Stark County Community Health Improvement Plan 2026-2028
The 2026-2028 Stark County Community Health Improvement Plan (CHIP) provides a strategic framework for public health, healthcare, behavioral health, education, government, and social service organizations to improve population health and quality of life for its residents. Based on findings from the 2025 Community Health Assessment, the plan prioritizes Mental Health and Community Conditions. Key strategic goals for Mental Health include reducing substance use, strengthening suicide prevention and reducing barriers to services, and promoting mental well-being and social connection across the lifespan. For Community Conditions, the plan aims to strengthen the care coordination network by reducing access barriers and advancing coordinated, equitable conditions that support health, stability, and social connectedness. The plan emphasizes collective action and continuous improvement to achieve equitable health outcomes for all residents.