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In 2001, United Way of Adams County, University of Illinois Extension, and the Adams County Health Department initiated a comprehensive Community Assessment for Adams County, Illinois. This collaborative effort expanded in 2010 when Blessing Health joined following the enactment of the Affordable Care Act, mandating non-profit hospitals to have a community health improvement plan.
In 2021, United Way of Adams County received the R3 – Restore, Reinvest, Renew – Assessment and Planning Grant to further assess community needs and develop a plan for addressing economic development, violence prevention, re-entry, youth development, and civil legal aid services. This assessment process involved collecting and analyzing data from various public and private entities, including government agencies, faith-based organizations, educational systems, nonprofits, and health services. The resulting data highlighted critical issues such as mental health, poverty, housing, transportation, and infrastructure, while also recognizing strengths like social service agencies, cultural amenities, and collaborative development.
Ongoing efforts aim to leverage this data to inform and implement community-wide initiatives and strategies for improving the overall well-being of Adams County residents. The 2024 Adams County community needs assessment update builds upon the progress made, revisits the identified challenges, and ensures continuing efforts for sustainable outcomes for the Adams County community.