Defiance County Health Needs Assessment Survey 2005

In the fall and winter of 2005, an adult and a youth health needs assessment survey was completed in the county.  Coordinating this activity was Defiance County Health Partners – led by staff of the Defiance County Health Department.  The adult survey was distributed within the community, while the youth survey work was conducted in all county high schools as well as Four County Career Center. This report encompasses health beliefs, perceptions and practices of residents of Defiance County. The report is available for your review by clicking on the identified tab.  For any questions, contact the health department at 419-784-3818.

Hispanic/Latino Community Needs Assessment Survey 2003

In the fall of 2003, a community needs assessment survey was conducted within the Defiance County Hispanic/Latino community.  Work was coordinated by the Tobacco Free Coalition of Northwest Ohio with guidance from public health consultant, Kathy Snow MPH, RN.  The Defiance County Health Department was a member of this tobacco free coalition and supported this needs assessment work.  Survey work was completed at cultural festivals, religious settings, community events and neighborhoods.  Funding was provided by the Ohio Tobacco Use Prevention and Control Foundation through Women & Family Services, Inc. to identify health beliefs, perceptions and practices of the Hispanic community regarding tobacco use and other health issues. You may access this report by clicking on the identified tab.  For more information, contact the Defiance County Health Department 419-784-3818.