The Community Themes and Strengths Assessment answers the questions: “What is important to our community?”  How is quality of life perceived in our community?” and “What assets do we have that can be used to improve community health?” This assessment results in a strong understanding of community issues and concerns, perceptions about quality of life and a map of community assets.

Directions

Read the example Community Description from Leon County. Using the Quality of Life Survey, and the List of Issues, Perceptions and Assets worksheet, list any issues or themes and group perceptions about the community that could influence the health status and quality of life for residents.