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WIN Network: Detroit would love to answer your questions about all things women's health, including pregnancy, maternal and infant health, and more! Currently, our program provides enhanced group prenatal care for Black women in the Detroit and Dearborn area. If you are seeking a resource for yourself or your family, please check out our "Resources" section for helpful links, websites, and organizations. If you need immediate help with a resource, we suggest calling United Way of Southeast Michigan at 2-1-1, where 24-7 operators can connect you to what you need.
  • Ask Winnie is for your questions about all things women's health, including pregnancy, maternal and infant health, and more! If you are seeking a resource for yourself or your family, please check out our "Resources" section for helpful information, links, websites, and organizations. If you need immediate help with a resource, we suggest calling United Way of Southeast Michigan at 2-1-1, where 24-7 operators can connect you to what you need.
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What are Community Health Workers?

Community health workers (CHWs) help connect healthcare providers and underserved communities, playing an important role in providing emotional support and resources for social and clinical needs.

WIN Network: Detroit’s Community Health Workers help make our group prenatal care session more personalized. They provide one-on-one support to moms. Moms and their CHWs work together to make sure mom’s needs are met.

CHWs are more than just caregivers; they are supporters, educators, and navigators. CHWs are able to connect with communities, provide health education, and help navigate healthcare systems and resources.

 

Roles of CHWs include:

  1. Health Education and Promotion: CHWs create health education activities and talk about disease prevention, healthy habits, family planning, and nutrition.
  2. Advocacy: CHWs provide extra support to people with little access to healthcare. They advocate for their community’s health needs, making sure that their questions and concerns are heard by healthcare organizations.
  3. Support and Navigation: CHWs serve as navigators, guiding and teaching you about access to healthcare, appointments, and resources. CHWs guidance help overcome struggles such as language, transportation, and cultural differences.
  4. Finding Illness Early: Meeting with CHWs daily and talking about your concerns will help CHWs identify health concerns early and suggest that you see your provider.

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