2020-2022 Community Health Priorities
Mental & behavioral health services as well as ACEs comprise a common priority. ACEs are types of abuse (verbal, sexual, physical), neglect (emotional, physical, educational) & other potentially traumatic experiences that happen to those under age 18. READ MORE
More than 1-in-7 children in the region have been diagnosed with asthma. Common triggers include: dust, pets, mold, cigarettes, poor air quality, illness, exercise and stress. READ MORE
In Ohio, more than 7 babies per 1,000 live births die before their first birthday, making Ohio's infant mortality rate the 8th highest in the country. READ MORE
Community Health Needs Assessment Reports
Provides a description of the assessment process, as well as a data review and overview of the results. The summary and data index are combined beginning with the 2022 report.
Executive Summary Reports
Provides a description of the assessment process, as well as an overview of the results.
Detailed Data Appendix
An extensive review of the data results from the assessment.
Implementation Strategy Report
Outlines how implementation teams at Akron Children's Hospital are working across hospital disciplines and collaborating with community partners to address priority needs from the CHNA.
