MIT Health and Medical Discussions

Discussion 1 U2dis1- (word document attached)———–Using the Riverbend City: Strategic Planning for Community Needs media piece you completed in this unit’s study, focus on the public health issues and challenges each character described. The community is clearly at a critical inflection point where strategic approaches should be enacted to address the community’s pressing public health challenges. But where and how should the director of the local public health department begin?

Drawing from key learnings in your readings, identify and describe three of the six approaches to planning you feel the director of the local public health department should consider. Specifically, reference the community members’ concerns in your response. For each approach, provide a definition, the condition(s) for which it is best applied, and why you selected the approach.

Discussion 2—-(document attached )

GOALS AND OUTCOMES IN CONTEXT

In the Riverbend City: Community Health Needs Assessment media piece you completed as part of this unit’s study, you had the opportunity to prioritize the public health issues voiced by the citizens. Now, apply what you have learned to a real-life community based on the Hennepin County Medical Center Community Health Needs Assessment, linked in the Resources.

Utilize the Initial List of Health Needs for Consideration section of the Hennepin County Medical Center Community Health Needs Assessment (pages 14–21) to complete the following:

DISCUSSION 3—-Chapter 5 of your textbook discussed the public health pyramid (Figure 1-2). At each level of this pyramid, health problems, relevant theories, and targeted interventions are delivered.

For this discussion post, do the following:

Community Health Needs Assessment
August 2015
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Letter from the CEO ……………………………………………………………1
River Bend Hospital’s Mission ………………………………………………3
Community Health Needs Assessment
Executive Summary ……………………………………………………………5
Service Area……………………………………………………………………..7
Conducting the Assessment ……………………………………………….9
Key Findings …………………………………………………………………..12
National, State, and County Trends …………………………………….26
Conclusion …………………………………………………………………….38
Implementation Strategy ………………………………………………….39
Attachments
Available Community Resources ………………………………………..43
Demographic Data …………………………………………………………44
Survey Questions …………………………………………………………….82
Citations ………………………………………………………………………..92
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LETTER FROM THE CEO
To Our Community Members:
River Bend Hospital is committed to addressing acute inpatient psychiatric care, and to enhancing the quality
of life for individuals, families, and communities in our ten-county service area. Our goal for the attached
Needs Assessment is to better understand the range of issues affecting community health needs. River Bend
Hospital is pleased to present this comprehensive assessment of mental health care needs in our community.
We look forward to working with you to optimize community health and continue meeting the River Bend
mission through high-quality mental health services.
Additionally, North Central Health Services (NCHS) provides financial support primarily for capital grants to notfor-profit organizations who share our commitment to health and the development of healthy communities.
It was our privilege this year to witness the implementation of new and ambitious community-driven projects;
the expansion of established, high-impact programs; and the realization of NCHS-initiated special projects. In
2014 alone, NCHS awarded grants to 35 organizations totaling more than $2 million, bringing total NCHS
grantmaking since 1999 to over $48 million. To highlight a few grants, Mental Health America (MHA) of
Tippecanoe County was awarded a grant for building renovation and equipment to assist in the MHA of
Tippecanoe merge with the Lafayette Crisis Center. MHA also received funds to present a Child Psychiatric
Conference designed for professionals who care for children, including including physicians, nurses, school
personnel, juvenile justice personnel, and therapists. Historic Five Points Fire Station Educational Center,
Inc. received continued funding for an NCHS-initiated project to provide equipment for the Tippecanoe
County smoke detector outreach program to reduce fire deaths and injuries associated with residential
fires, particularly in underserved areas and for vulnerable populations. The United Way of Lafayette was the
recipient of an NCHS Food and Family Request for Proposals grant to launch 15 Born Learning Academies,
a collaborative program to provide family skills training to 1,500 families, including nutrition education and
parent education.
The significance of better understanding our community’s needs was highlighted by the Patient Protection
and Affordable Care Act requirements passed in March 2010. New requirements for tax-exempt hospitals
were added to the Internal Revenue Code, mandating hospitals to conduct a community health needs
assessment and to adopt an implementation strategy to address at least some of the applicable needs
detected during the assessment process.
During 2015, a Community Health Needs Assessment was conducted by River Bend Hospital for the residents
of Benton, Carroll, Clinton, Fountain, Jasper, Montgomery, Newton, Tippecanoe, Warren, and White counties.
River Bend Hospital has developed an implementation strategy based upon the applicable needs identified in
the assessment – the results are summarized in the attached report.
Stephanie Long, FACHE
Chief Executive Officer
August 2015
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RIVER BEND HOSPITAL’S MISSION
River Bend Hospital exists to make available acute inpatient
psychiatric care to the adult population of Mid-North Indiana.
We are committed to achieving this purpose in a therapeutic
environment with appropriate facilities and valued staff.
Expertise, compassion, and professionalism are the cornerstones
of our purpose and success.
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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
On behalf of River Bend Hospital (the Hospital) and North Central Health Services, Inc. (NCHS), a community
health needs assessment (CHNA) was conducted in 2015 primarily to identify the major mental health needs,
both met and unmet, within the surrounding community. The community’s geographic area is comprised
of the following 10 counties: Benton, Carroll, Clinton, Fountain, Jasper, Montgomery, Newton, Tippecanoe,
Warren, and White. The chief objectives of the CHNA were to: 1) identify major behavioral health needs
within the community in an effort to ultimately improve the health of the area’s residents and facilitate
collaboration among mental health providers, and 2) voluntarily satisfy the federal guidelines within the
Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (PPACA) of 2010.
Data for this CHNA was collected from primary and secondary data sources to identify key findings and gaps
that may exist between mental health needs and services provided within the community. Three methods
of collection for primary data were used: 1) online survey, 2) focus groups, and 3) personal interviews.
Several secondary data sources were reviewed to identify key findings with strategic implications and for
benchmarking of the Hospital’s service area.
Highlighted subsequently are important findings identified through the data collection, analysis, and
assessment process:
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Access to mental health services is limited, particularly for various at-risk populations; therefore, the
offering of new or expanded mental health services is needed to more effectively reach selected atrisk populations.
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The community suffers from a shortage of mental health professionals, particularly qualified
psychiatrists, psychologists, social workers and primary mental health care providers.
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The delivery of mental health services in the community is fragmented, with minimal coordination
and collaboration among providers.
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Financial resources and funding for mental health and related social services are significantly limited,
thus inhibiting providers from meeting most, if not all, of the identified unmet mental health needs
in the community.
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There are increased efforts being made to break the cycle of homelessness in the community, and this
is viewed very positively. However, the perception is that homelessness leads to behavioral issues and
increases the need for mental health, alcohol and addiction care.
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There continues to be a stigma about mental illness, including care and treatment, though it has
improved somewhat over the past several decades.
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The deinstitutionalization of the chronically mentally ill/seriously mentally ill (SMI) population in the
state has placed significant strains on existing community resources.
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There are lengthy wait times, in some cases up to several months, in order to see a provider for initial
and renewal medication prescriptions, as well as for diagnosis and treatment services.
Finally, it is important to note that our data collection did not include a statistically representative sample
of the community, in that members of disadvantaged populations were less likely to participate via a webbased survey. These individuals may include immigrants, refugees, the homeless, as well as individuals with low
education attainment and income levels. Focus groups were conducted with community leaders and others
who work directly with members of disadvantaged populations in order to consider broad interests of the
community served.
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ORGANIZATIONAL BACKGROUND
North Central Health Services, Inc.
NCHS was incorporated as a not-for-profit organization in 1984 under the laws of the State of Indiana and is
a not-for-profit organization as defined by Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. It is governed by a
volunteer board of individuals and has a long tradition of successfully providing medical services, originally via
Lafayette Home Hospital. In January 2010, its primary responsibilities became the ownership and operation
of Wabash Valley Hospital in West Lafayette, Indiana. The private inpatient psychiatric hospital, licensed and
certified by the Indiana Department of Mental Health, was then renamed River Bend Hospital.
River Bend Hospital
The Hospital provides inpatient care to adults by behavioral medicine specialists including psychiatrists,
psychologists, social workers, activity therapists and nurse professionals. They are well supported by others
in the health profession and together create a therapeutic environment designed for short-term intervention
and mental health enhancement. The hospital is committed to pursuing its mission, addressing acute inpatient
psychiatric care, and enhancing the quality of life for individuals, families, and communities in its 10-county
service area. The Hospital accepts patients throughout North Central Indiana and works cooperatively with
others in behavioral health organizations to create a competent, caring environment for improving and
restoring the mental health of our community and its citizens.
NCHS and the Hospital support not-for-profit organizations and agencies that share a similar commitment to
health and healthy communities, primarily through grants for capital projects. The understanding of complex
delivery systems, and recognizing opportunities to enhance and further develop those systems, continues
to drive our objectives to provide and award grants to other organizations that provide services of high
quality in an efficient and cost-conscious manner. NCHS and the Hospital prefer to fund projects that have
significant potential for positive impact on the community.
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SERVICE AREA
SERVICE AREA AND COMMUNITY OF THE HOSPITAL
During 2015, the CHNA was conducted by the Hospital for the 377,357 residents of Benton, Carroll, Clinton,
Fountain, Jasper, Montgomery, Newton, Tippecanoe, Warren, and White counties located in Indiana.
The Hospital’s service area includes both urban and rural areas covering over 4,400 square miles, with the
local economy and surrounding areas focused on agriculture, industrial, and academic activities of the local
university. Population per square mile is significantly lower when compared to Indiana’s average population
per square mile (approximately 86 per mile vs. 183 per mile, respectively). Tippecanoe County represents
48% of the total service area population. Median age in the service area is 37.4 years, with 9% of the
population non-white and 50% female. Approximately 12% of the service area population lives below the
poverty level, while the unemployment rate is 4.6% as of June 2015. Persons from age 45 to 64 represent
the largest population range (26.4%) for the service area. The smallest age range is children under the age
of four, comprising 5.95% of the service area population.
SERVICE AREA MAP
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SERVICE AREA POPULATION BREAKDOWN BY COUNTY
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CONDUCTING THE ASSESSMENT
OVERVIEW
NCHS contracted Blue & Co., LLC (Blue) to assist the Hospital in conducting a CHNA and analyzing the
data for the CHNA requirements set forth in section 9007 of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care
Act (PPACA) of 2010. Blue is a Certified Public Accounting firm that provides, among other services, tax
consulting and compliance to the healthcare industry. The Hospital provided all of the financial support for
the assessment process.
The CHNA requirements were effective starting taxable years beginning after March 23, 2012. On
December 29, 2014 the Treasury Department and the IRS published the final regulations for section 501(r)
located in 26 CFR parts 1, 53, and 602. The Hospital is licensed by the Indiana Department of Mental
Health and not licensed, registered or recognized by the state of Indiana as a hospital facility. River Bend is a
private psychiatric facility that provides inpatient care to adults by behavioral medicine specialists including
psychiatrics, psychologists, social workers, activity therapists and nurse professionals. The organization is not
required to comply with Internal Revenue Code 501(r) per the definition defined in section 501(r)(2)(A)(i)
for Hospital facility. The Indiana Administrative Code Section 16-18-2-179(b) specifically excludes from the
definition of Hospital “institutions included to diagnose, care, and treat individuals with a mental illness.”
However in the best interest of the community, River Bend’s management wanted to have an assessment
conducted in a good faith effort to support and improve the health of the community it serves.
The assessment was developed to identify the significant mental health needs in the community and gaps
that may exist in services provided. It was also developed to provide the community with information to
assess essential mental health care, preventive care, and treatment services. This endeavor represents NCHS’s
and the Hospital’s efforts to share information that can lead to improved mental health care and quality of
care available to the community, while reinforcing and augmenting the existing infrastructure of services and
providers.
COMMUNITY HEALTH NEEDS ASSESSMENT GOALS
The assessment had several goals which included identification and documentation of:
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Community health needs, specifically relating to mental health,
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Mental health services offered in the Hospital’s service area,
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Significant gaps in mental health needs and services offered, and
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Barriers to meeting any needs that may exist.
Other goals of the assessment were:
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Strengthen relationships with local community leaders, healthcare leaders and providers, other health
service organizations, and the community at large, and
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Provide quantitative and qualitative data to help guide future policy, business, and clinical programming
decisions.
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INFORMATION GAPS
The data collection process did not include a statistically representative sample of the community, in that
members of disadvantaged populations were less likely to participate via a web-based survey. Blue was able
to speak with community leaders and others who work directly with members of disadvantaged populations.
In addition, participant responses provided can contain biases due to individuals’ views. Finally, a challenge
encountered was the inconsistency in years available for statistical data collection. The most current statistical
data has been used where available and the years available have been documented throughout the report.
PROCESS & METHODOLOGY
Documenting the mental health care needs of a community allows healthcare organizations to design and
implement cost-effective strategies that improve the mental health of the population served. A comprehensive
data-focused assessment process can uncover key health needs and concerns related to education, prevention,
detection, diagnosis, and treatment. Blue used an assessment process focused on collection of primary and
secondary data sources to identify key areas of concern.
Blue conducted focus group conversations with community leaders as well as medical, social services, clinical
and professional staff. Blue also obtained input from local physicians, hospital employees, mental health
professionals, public health experts, and community leaders and officials. In addition, online surveys were
used to solicit feedback from various members of the community. The community outreach data collection
strategy was targeted at engaging a cross-section of residents from the community as discussed above.
Once data had been collected and analyzed, meetings with hospital leadership were held to discuss key
findings as well as refine and prioritize the comprehensive list of community needs, services and potential
gaps.
PRIMARY DATA COLLECTION METHODS
The primary data was collected, analyzed, and presented with the assistance of Blue. Focus groups were
facilitated by Blue personnel. The Hospital provided listings with contact information of local officials, public
health experts, mental health providers, and other key informants.
Three methods of collection for primary data were used: 1) online survey, 2) focus groups, and 3) personal
interviews.
Online Survey
An online survey was developed and used as a method to solicit perceptions, insights and general
understanding from community members and special expertise regarding mental health. The online
“Community Input 2015” survey (see Attachment C) was made available on the website of NCHS
(www.nchsi.com). A total of 70 surveys were completed.
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The survey comprised nineteen questions total. The first ten questions related to the current and previously
conducted community health needs assessment; the last nine regarded demographics. Community members
were asked to identify the top five health needs, top three mental health needs, top three social issues, and
top three healthcare challenges in the community. The top five health needs and top three mental health
needs questions provided eleven topics to identify from highest to lowest priority. The top three social issues
and top three healthcare challenge questions provided nine topics to identify from highest to lowest priority.
Each question provided the option to write in issues that were not listed. Participants were also asked to
identify the primary transportation used to attend a doctor’s appointment and primary source for obtaining
information about healthcare. The results of the survey can be found in the Key Findings section of the
report.
In addition to soliciting comments regarding the current needs of the community, participants were asked to
comment on the most recently conducted CHNA and most recently adopted implementation strategy, which
were conducted in 2012. The responses received are provided in the Survey Results section.
Focus Groups
Two focus groups were conducted by Blue, with 7 and 11 participants attending the sessions. Each session
lasted approximately one hour. These focus groups were conducted with members representing the
communities being served by the Hospital including community leaders, health experts, public officials,
physicians, hospital employees, and mental health professionals including those associated with the Hospital.
The primary objective of the focus groups was to solicit perceptions regarding behavioral health and substance
abuse needs and services offered in the community, along with any opportunities or barriers that may exist to
satisfy needs. The individuals participating in the meetings were able to provide insight regarding members
of disadvantaged populations.
Personal Interviews
Personal interviews were conducted face-to-face and via telephone with two key individuals in the community
using a structured questionnaire (See Attachment C for content).
Secondary Data Sources
Blue reviewed secondary data sources including the American Hospital Association 2015 Environmental
Scan and Deloitte 2012 Survey of Health Care Consumers in the United States to identify health factors with
strategic implications. The health factors identified were supported with information from additional sources
including: America’s Health Rankings United Health Foundation; Behavioral Health Barometer; Centers for
Disease Control and Prevention (MMWR); County Health Rankings; Indiana Coalition Against Domestic
Violence; Indiana Drug Control Update; Indiana Housing & Community Development Authority (IHCDA);
Indiana National Alliance on Mental Illness; Indiana State Department of Health; National Mental Health
Services Survey (N-MHSS); Suicide in Indiana Report; and Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services
Administration (SAMHSA) data. (See Attachment D for a complete list of citations.)
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KEY FINDINGS
AREAS OF CONCERN
The following represent key responses obtained from the data collection and analysis process.
Access to Mental Health Services
Access to mental health services is limited, particularly for various at-risk populations; therefore, the offering
of new or expanded mental health services is needed to more effectively reach selected at-risk populations.
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Although services are provided for at-risk populations, these services are limited. This is especially
true as it relates to services for the SMI (seriously mentally ill/chronically mentally ill), detox, adult
alcohol and drug abuse, co-occurring disorders, geriatric, child and adolescent psychiatric, and child
and adolescent alcohol and drug abuse populations.
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Hospital emergency departments are viewed as a less-than-ideal entry point, are not well-equipped
to handle mental health emergencies, and are overused to access mental health services. Hospital
emergency rooms were indicated as significant points of entry during mental health crises with
limited numbers of beds and professional resources available. A better entry or access point with
abilities to prescribe and provide medications and evaluations, such as a psychiatric emergency room,
could be equipped to reach at-risk populations and reduce the burden faced by traditional hospital
emergency departments.
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Although the Lafayette community boasts an outstanding bus system for mass transportation,
significant limitations in transportation for mental health services still exist, particularly in the more
rural communities of the 10-county service area.
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There are differing opinions as to the adequacy of mental health services available for the Hispanic
population, including the effect that language may have on access.
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Determining the entry point into the mental health system can be confusing for potential clients,
particularly for low-income/at-risk populations. Waiting periods for appointments and services were
noted as a barrier to access.
Community Perception of Accessibility of Mental Health Providers
There is a perception the community suffers from a shortage of mental health professionals, particularly
psychiatrists, psychologists, social workers and primary mental health care providers.
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Attempts to employ and maintain well-trained, educated, mental health professionals in the
community are limited by funding resources and the overall inadequate supply locally, in the state,
and nationally.
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There is a perceived high turnover rate weakening reliability and trust in mental health professionals.
Some professionals do not provide notice to the public, patients, healthcare providers or other
organizations prior to their departure from the community.
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Patients experience lengthy wait times, up to several months, in order to see a prescriber for diagnosis,
initial and renewal medication prescriptions, and other treatment.
Delivery of Mental Health Services
The delivery of mental health services in the community is, overall, fragmented, with limited coordination
and collaboration among providers.
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There is a sense that greater coordination and collaboration among providers could produce a more
efficient and effective use of limited resources.
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There is a perceived need for greater provider collaboration to improve discharge planning, aftercare, referral, and the continuum of care provided.
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There is a sense that most mental health providers are not knowledgeable about available resources
from other organizations and providers, including their service capabilities, policies, and practices;
this leads to redundancies, inefficiencies and fragmentation in providing mental health services.
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Social services and mental health treatment services are closely linked for a segment of the lowincome, at-risk population. Greater coordination and collaboration of services and service providers
may enhance service delivery efficiency and effectiveness.
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There is perceived difficulty in communication among providers who use automated menu phone
systems. Individuals, family members, and other healthcare practitioners and providers are unable to
contact professionals in times of emergency.
Financial Resources and Funding
Financial resources and funding for mental health and related social services are significantly limited, inhibiting
providers from meeting most, if not all, of the identified unmet mental health needs in the community.
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Governmental health insurance programs are viewed as being unrealistically restrictive and inadequate.
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Inadequate Medicaid reimbursement is a principal driver of the underfunding of mental health services.
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Patients with private insurance have access to private mental health services in the community and
therefore are able to meet their mental health treatment needs more often than those without
private insurance. However, restrictions and limitations with private health insurance coverage and
reimbursement does have a limiting effect on access to treatment for those privately insured.
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The indigent population is significantly at risk for not having access to mental health care or alcohol
and addiction care treatment services.
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An expansion of access and addition of mental health care services for at-risk populations is perceived
to only create greater financial burdens, subsidies and potential insolvency within the mental health
provider community.
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Mental health services needed may be terminated (i.e. Crisis Intervention Team, housing, Assertive
Community Treatment, access to psychiatric medications and crisis services) due to the discontinuance
of funding.
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Certain transportation, specifically for individuals amidst mental crisis, is vital, however, is provided
by police department personnel at the risk of depleting department financial resources and officers’
service availability.
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Not all mental health providers have a sliding-fee scale based upon the patient’s ability to pay for
services rendered.
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It is common for mental health treatment services, including medication treatments, to be skipped or
even stopped completely when private or public funding sources cease.
Efforts Made to Break the Cycle of Homelessness in the Community
There are increased efforts to break the cycle of homelessness in the community; this is viewed very positively.
However, there is a perception that homelessness leads to behavioral issues and increases the needs for
mental health, alcohol and addiction care services.
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Homeless shelter services are viewed as underfunded, as a result of the closure of the Mental Health
America day shelter.
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There is a perceived need for additional transitional housing for mental health and recovering patients,
with a greater need for more collaborative efforts among community providers.
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There is a need for temporary placement for individuals in crisis. There is a high usage of jails as
temporary holding cells for individuals better cared for with supervision by a mental health provider.
Mental Illness Awareness and Education
There continues to be a stigma about mental illness care and treatment, despite improvement over the past
several decades.
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Attempts to promote mental health education and awareness in the community are limited and
fragmented. There is a general belief that additional emphasis on education and awareness might be
better achieved through a collaborative, community-wide initiative.
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Additional resources are needed to teach coping skills as an alternative to medication in less severe
mental health diagnoses.
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There is a perceived need for adolescent suicide awareness and prevention.
Deinstitutionalization of the Chronically Mentally Ill/SMI Population
The deinstitutionalization of the chronically mentally ill/SMI population in the state has placed significant
strains on existing community resources.
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There is a common perception that it is unrealistic to expect that all SMI patients can function
independently or even be treated appropriately or effectively in the community versus
institutionalization.There is no assisted housing available for chronically mentally ill individuals in the
community.
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SMI populations heavily rely on family support; however, families are not adequately equipped
to provide the necessary support. There is a need for educational classes and support for families
providing care to SMI patients.
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Homeless shelter services are viewed as inadequate and underfunded.
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There is a perceived need for additional transitional housing for mental health and recovering patients.
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There is a need for temporary placement for individuals in crisis. There is a high usage of jails as
temporary holding cells for individuals better cared for with supervision by a mental health provider.
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SURVEY RESULTS
The following represent the responses obtained during the data collection and analysis process.
Top Five Health Needs in the Community
Participants were instructed to select the top five most significant health needs in the community, with one (1)
being the most important and five (5) being the least important, from the topics listed, with the option to provide
a write-in response. The responses were given a weighted score and rank. The top five ranked responses are
considered primary needs; the remainder of the needs are considered secondary.
NEEDS IN THE COMMUNITY – TOP 5 HEALTH NEEDS
Primary Needs Based on Response Percentage
Percent of Responses
Programs and resources for mental health improvements
25%
Programs and resources for substance abuse
19%
Access to healthcare
19%
Programs and resources for obesity prevention
9%
Programs and resources for chronic disease
8%
Secondary Needs
Access to dental/oral healthcare
6%
Access to prenatal healthcare
4%
Other*
3%
Resources for hearing/vision issues
2%
Programs and resources for infant mortality prevention
2%
Resources for injury prevention
1%
Programs and resources for Asthma awareness and prevention
1%
* Participants were given the opportunity to specify other needs not listed. Other responses included:
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All of these needs especially for the low income/working poor
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Emergency mental health assessment
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Facility for patients who don’t “fit” in a
nursing home, group home, etc.
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Availability of public health services
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Child/adolescent mental health
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Low cost exercise and nutrition counseling
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Children’s health resources; dietary
consulting
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Mental health
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Mental health help, treatment, inpatient
services
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Coverage for care
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Diabetes
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Mental health, nutrition counseling, physical
therapy, exercise options
•
More community based in-home case
management programs for mental illness
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Programs and resources for senior living
•
Programs and resources to support
incarcerated individuals get back on their feet
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Programs for primary or secondary traumachild witness to crime, sexual assault and
domestic long-term trauma
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Wellness and nutrition
Top Three Mental Health Needs in the Community
Participants were instructed to select the three most significant mental health needs in the community, with
one (1) being the most important and three (3) being the least important, from the topics listed, with the
option to provide a write-in response. The responses were given a weighted score and rank. The top three
ranked responses are considered primary needs; the remainder of the needs are considered secondary.
NEEDS IN THE COMMUNITY – TOP 3 MENTAL HEALTH NEEDS
Primary Needs Based on Response Percentage
Percent of Responses
Increase number of treatment facilities
15%
Increase continued care and collaboration with after care treatment plans
15%
Increase awareness for mental health services and resources
14%
Secondary Needs
Increase substance abuse programs and resources
14%
Increase mental health screenings by doctors
9%
Increase programs for depression prevention and awareness
8%
Increase programs for other mental health prevention and awareness
8%
Increase programs for suicide prevention and awareness
7%
Increase programs for domestic abuse prevention and awareness
4%
Increase programs for anxiety prevention and awareness
4%
Other*
4%
* Participants were given the opportunity to specify other needs not listed. Other responses included:
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Availability of emergency care for mental
health crisis
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Give mental health/substance abuse services
to those who can’t afford it
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Housing for mentally ill; emergency psych
services; access to psychiatrists
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Programs for youth suicide prevention
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Psychiatric ER; better psych services in the ER
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More treatment options midway between
outpatient and inpatient; group homes,
supervised apartments; adolescent/child
mental healthcare
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Top Three Social Issues in the Community
Participants were instructed to select the three most significant social issues in the community, with one (1)
being the most important and three (3) being the least important, from the topics listed, with the option
to provide a write-in response. The responses were given a weighted score and rank. The top three ranked
responses are considered primary needs; the remainder of the needs are considered secondary.
NEEDS IN THE COMMUNITY – TOP 3 SOCIAL ISSUES
Primary Needs Based on Response Percentage
Percent of Responses
Poverty
24%
Health
18%
Public safety
11%
Secondary Needs
Housing
10%
Transportation
10%
Hunger
10%
Education
8%
Other*
6.5%
Environment
2%
Pollution (clean, safe air quality)
0.5%
* Participants were given the opportunity to specify other needs not listed. Other responses included:
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Drug abuse prevention and education
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Initiative to want to work and hold a job
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Drug prevention programs and treatment
centers
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Lack of mental health institutions; substance
abuse and alcohol abuse
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Gangs; social pressures
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Life skills so that people are employable
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Homelessness
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Local veteran’s resources
Top Three Healthcare Challenges in the Community
Participants were instructed to select the three most significant healthcare challenges in the community, with
one (1) being the most important and three (3) being the least important, from the topics listed, with the
option to provide a write-in response. The responses were given a weighted score and rank. The top three
ranked responses are considered primary; the remainder of the needs are considered secondary. There was
a significant number of responses (41%) that selected “do not have any challenges receiving healthcare”
which has been listed as the last item.
NEEDS IN THE COMMUNITY – TOP 3 HEALTHCARE CHALLENGES
Primary Needs Based on Response Percentage
Percent of Responses
Limited hours at doctors’ offices / clinics
15%
Co-pay costs
15%
Other*
9%
Secondary Needs
Lack of doctors who accept specific insurance
7%
Lack of insurance
4%
Unable to find a specialist
4%
Unable to find a doctor
3%
Language barriers
1%
Lack of transportation
1%
Do not have any challenges receiving healthcare
41%
* Participants were given the opportunity to specify other needs not listed. Other responses included:
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Access to care is available, but with long
waits for [primary care physicians] and
specialists
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Lack of quality specialized providers in
community
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Coordination of care; each [medical doctor]
is [compartmentalized]
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Length of time for doctor’s appointments
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Measure of quality; availability
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Have to go out of county for services
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My health insurance incentivizes me to go
out of my county for health[care]
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Home assistance for aging parents and the
elderly
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Specialist over an hour away from residence
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Understanding Medicare
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Primary Transportation Taken to Doctor’s Appointments and Other Healthcare
Treatment
Participants were instructed to select the primary transportation from the following: personal vehicle, public
transportation, taxi, family/friend, walk, I am unable to make it to appointments due to lack of transportation,
or other transportation. Of the responses, 99% used a personal vehicle, while only 1% responded friend.
Primary Source for Information About Healthcare
Participants were instructed to select the primary source for information about healthcare from the following:
doctor’s office or clinic; family, friend, co-workers, or neighbor; school clinic or nurse; community center;
church; internet; media (radio, TV, magazines, newspapers); I do not receive information about healthcare;
or other sources. Of the responses, 60% received information from the doctor’s office or clinic; 24% used
the internet; 6% received information from family, friends, co-workers, or neighbors; 4% used media i.e.
radio, TV, magazines, or newspapers; 4% used other sources; and only 1% did not receive information about
healthcare.
General Comments: Current Needs, 2012 Solicited Comments, and River Bend
Hospital (RBH) Awareness
Participants were asked to provide any additional comments regarding needs in the community. The following
comments were received.
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Access to any kind of service is always an issue in Warren County. The only “public transportation”
is MAC Van, which is only available to a portion of our population.
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Access to healthcare for the underinsured.
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Affordable mental health counseling and just psychiatrists period.
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All decent doctors are booked and not accepting new patients.
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Am I correct in that there are no longer any counselors available in our local schools? Particularly at
the elementary and middle school levels, counselors provided a vital link between the school and
available mental health services. Are case workers still involved in the schools? I’ve been involved in a
mentoring program for the past six years (have followed the same student) and have seen and heard
more horror stories from elementary students — parents in jail, bullying, total lack of physical and
emotional support, just to name a few — than I could ever imagine. Resources are key!
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I believe there are a lot of governmental, non-profit and individual people that have help for those in
need and many people don’t know who or how to contact them. A website would be great outlining
all of the social services that are offered in a community. A one stop shop that each organization can
update daily.
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I think the community needs to continue to invest in education, health, and wellness programs and
facilities to help fuel our growth. In very short order, our existing facilities can become maxed out
without strategic investment today.
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In Fowler we try to provide a network of drivers who will take patients to appointments in Lafayette,
but sometimes that still is a problem.
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Increasing incidence of drug use and crime.
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Mental health services is low everywhere. As an employee of a hospital, we spend hours trying to
find [inpatient] help and bed [availability] for our patients that come to our Emergency Department.
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More access to psychiatrists and therapists without such long waits.
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Our community needs a facility that can care for mentally ill patients and provide them with emotional
support. Patients should not be told that they have to be treated in the ED to be admitted to the
facility of their choice.
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People who struggle with substance abuse and mental disorders need better access to treatment
and housing.
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[River] Bend could work closely with other mental [health providers] to assist more people.
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The community needs easier access to inpatient treatment facilities for mental health and addictions.
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There is a huge need for people who slip through the cracks. There aren’t enough case managers
to help new folks, unless they are DCS cases. We don’t have a good place to house & care for folks
that are not self-sufficient, need more help than a group home, but still have mental illness & don’t
qualify for nursing home care. Others who have been hard to place: traumatic brain injury, borderline
personality disorder, Alzheimer’s patients. Indiana, specifically the [Lafayette]/[West Lafayette] area,
really doesn’t have adequate facilities for them. Could definitely use a borderline program in this
area. Also seeing lots of meth & heroin use. Need more help addressing that issue.
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There is an overall lack of continuity of care for behavioral healthcare. The outpatient isn’t coordinated
with inpatient, and there is no communication with family practice physicians.
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We are grateful to have access to the information.
Participants were asked to respond to the following question: “How do you characterize the community’s
overall awareness of River Bend Hospital and its services? Is there anything that could be done to improve
awareness about the contributions the Hospital is making to the community?” The following comments
were received.
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A majority of people in our community have never heard of River Bend and the services provided at
the facility.
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A representative needs to visit the community and speak at civic organizations, non-profits, churches,
governmental boards and other community needs organizations.
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Above average.
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Advertisement. More community involvement.
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As a community I’m not certain there is full understanding or awareness of services offered by River
Bend to [patients]. Is there any collaboration between River [Bend] and Sycamore Springs? What is
collaboration between River Bend and [primary care physicians] or specialists?
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Because of my job I know what River Bend does, however, I’m not sure that the population I serve
(low income) is always aware of services offered.
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Community awareness is low. Unless you used the facility and [are] aware of its ability to help others
and the [community].
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Community awareness of what services, number of beds, number of social workers in the field, etc.
would be useful for River Bend’s image.
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First I’ve heard of it.
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General lack of awareness by general population; much more so by health care provider population
and those clients within the mental health system
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General public not aware of the resources and the value added by this hospital source. Many assume
it serves only those “in trouble” with law, etc.
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Generally there is not a positive perspective of River Bend’s services.
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Honestly, I have never heard of any services reaching out to Warren County. Having said that, I am
not in the mental health field, but I still think there is a lack of awareness.
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I am aware of River Bend, but do not see it as part of [our] community in Crawfordsville.
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I am not exactly sure what River Bend does – have seen commercials. Would be interested in knowing
more about what they can do, where they are located and what they cannot handle.
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I am only aware of their services because of our work with NCHS.
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I believe an awareness campaign is needed by River Bend to assist the community in understanding
the services and increase the awareness of the resources available at River Bend.
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I believe that overall the community is unaware of River Bend and its services. For those who are
aware, I think there is a good perception.
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I believe that River Bend is well known in the community for the inpatient side of things – but I think
more information and media attention to outpatient services would help.
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I don’t know what it is. I doubt that people even know it exists and what services [are] offered.
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I don’t think our community knows anything about River Bend. I know very little about it. Maybe
social media, or attend community events.
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I don’t think people know that there is more care than just “hospitalization.” Advocates/case workers
need to be publicized so the community knows there are many levels of care available.
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I don’t think the community fully understands what River Bend offers. It seems like mental health
should somehow be added to the title or tagline.
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I doubt that any people at all in [Benton] County are aware of your services. I am a member of Rotary,
and anyone who would like to be a guest at our meeting and make a presentation would be warmly
welcomed!
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I feel the community doesn’t understand mental health as a biological illness, therefore doesn’t
understand the contributions River Bend gives to the healthcare of our community members.
Promoting awareness of mental health conditions, symptoms and how common the disorders are is
needed.
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I have not heard anything negative regarding River Bend Hospital and/or the services provided.
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I know the community is aware of [River Bend] hospital, however the Hospital doesn’t have a good
reputation with patients after treatment. [M]any of the [people] I have taken care of request not to
return to River Bend for additional treatment after discharge.
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I only know what I hear from the media regarding River Bend Hospital…. Not in my community.
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I see the overall awareness as a Hospital that serves a purpose in the community, but needs to
advertise its existence more.
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I think the community is on a learning curve about the difference between RBH [River Bend Hospital]
and Wabash Valley, often thinking they are the same. RBH is still struggling under a bad impression
left by Wabash Valley — formerly the dumping ground of several counties.
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I think there is limited awareness and lack of understanding of the important role River Bend Hospital
plays in the region. Connecting with area primary health care providers could help.
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I think there is very little knowledge among the general population regarding River Bend Hospital.
Billboards, radio, and television ads would help. Mailings to local provider practices and brochures
that can be left with providers would be helpful. Sponsoring educational programs for the general
public at different locales and times within Montgomery County could also assist in improving
knowledge of RBH.
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I work in healthcare and am not sure of all the services that are provided. I think you could start by
ensuring that local healthcare is aware of your services and how to make referrals and why some of
our patients are refused or not eligible for treatment.
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I would suggest that very few people in Benton County, outside of those who have visited/been
treated at River Bend, are aware of its services. Increasing awareness could be most likely be attained
through newspaper articles in our local paper, direct mail, involvement in community events and
networks.
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In general there is a lack of awareness. The assumption is that River Bend is a last resort facility, but
very few even know it exists, primarily because of location and lack of widespread advertising.
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In my 6 months in Greater Lafayette, I have heard a lot about River Bend Hospital.
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It seems to be well known. Not everyone knows the new name.
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Limited access to care. I don’t believe the general public knows of River Bend services. More likely to
know it as an emergency mental health option.
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Limited inpatient services.
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Living in a community outside of Lafayette, I don’t honestly think most people are aware of River
Bend — how someone might make contact, what services it provides, etc. We only know it as we
drive along River Rd and see it up on the hill…isolated. Are there outreach programs in the counties
surrounding Tippecanoe? If so, they are not well known.
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Low. Maybe advertising.
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Many individuals believe River Bend is Wabash Valley Alliance.
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More media/advertisement. Many people still refer to the hospital as Wabash Valley or are unaware
of us in general.
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No awareness, any advertisement.
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Not aware. How about getting a regular mental health spot on the noon or evening news? They do
adopt a pet; surely mental health issues/ substance abuse are more important.
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Not sure they are aware of the services offered. Limited awareness.
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Not very aware, gets confused with WVA [Wabash Valley Alliance].
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Not very aware.
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Overall the community is not well informed to the limitations that the hospital has.
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Pass out brochures to agencies.
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People believe River Bend is still Wabash Valley Hospital. In addition, the community believes RBH has
a legal obligation to accept every patient that is referred.
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People do not know where they are located or what services they provide. They need to be out in the
public more: fairs, health wellness events, etc.
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Promote to the doctors’ offices more.
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River Bend is known in the community as a psych hospital. Advertisement might help improve
awareness.
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Still confused with WVH [Wabash Valley Hospital] and WVA [Wabash Valley Alliance]. Still not aware
that we are no longer state subsidized. Maybe more involvement in community forums.
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Still much confusion over RBH versus the old WVH and how things are different—not just a different
name.
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Still totally confused with WVA. Still seen as a “public” agency and not a private concern. Need to
continue to clarify the separation, lack of direct government funding.
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Stressing the collaborations that exist and how these can be used together to address current and
future needs.
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The public knows about River Bend but is not quite sure of their services.
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The biggest barrier I see with River Bend is the hurry up and wait. I have not made a referral there
in a while and process may have changed but I had patients not wanting to go and sit waiting in
line. They preferred an appointment. I do realize likely there are significant no shows but maybe a
combination of the two would work.
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The community believes that River Bend helps all persons that have severe mental illness–which is
not the case.
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The community does not know about River Bend Hospital. I have lived here locally all my life and
never knew about River Bend until applying. Marketing could increase community awareness.
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The community does not understand that we are no longer part of Wabash Valley, that we are acute
care and that we cannot solve housing problems-more PR [public relations].
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The community has limited awareness of River Bend Hospital partly due to its “recent” name change.
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The community seems to be aware of RBH and its purpose from what I have experienced.
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There is confusion about services provided at River Bend, ie, inpatient or outpatient.
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Unaware of River Bend Hospital.
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Within healthcare relatively well known but not always fully understood as far as devices available. In
the community not positive the resources are known or understood. More marketing?
Of the responses received, 49% of the participants were aware the 2012 Community Health Needs Assessment
was available to the public. Participants were given the opportunity to provide comments, questions, and any
changing circumstances for the 2012 Community Health Needs Assessment (available at http://www.nchsi.
com/communityhealthneedassessment.cfm) and the following comments were received.
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Ever increasing need for outpatient and eldercare services.
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Have not read 2012 assessment. However, there are new and expanding opportunities to partner
with homeless services and housing programs–both for intake and exit planning.
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Many more low income, poor that need help, both mental & substance.
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Planned opening of additional outpatient behavioral healthcare services.
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Since 2012 the Montgomery County Free Clinic has opened and HIP 2.0 has taken effect, both
with improved access to health care for our poorest citizens. In general though, health care in this
community is too expensive, even for those with insurance.
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The needs seem very similar.
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NATIONAL, STATE AND COUNTY TRENDS
NATIONAL HEALTHCARE TRENDS SYNOPSIS
Healthcare spending continued to slowly grow at the national level from 2011 to 2013. The following data
was obtained from the National Health Expenditures 2013 Highlights provided from the Center for Medicare
& Medicaid Services.
2011 Health Expenditures
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Total health expenditures increased 3.9% to $2.7 trillion from 2010.
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Healthcare represents 17.4% of the Gross Domestic Product (GDP).
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Health expenditures reached $8,428 per capita.
2012 Health Expenditures
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Total health expenditures increased 4.1% to $2.8 trillion from 2011.
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Healthcare represents 17.4% of the Gross Domestic Product (GDP).
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Health expenditures reached $8,996 per capita.
2013 Health Expenditures
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Total health expenditures increased 3.6% to $2.9 trillion from 2012.
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Healthcare represents 17.4% of the Gross Domestic Product (GDP).
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Health expenditures reached $9,255 per capita.
As a nation, there has been a strong awareness on the impact our lifestyles have on our health. The following
data obtained from America’s Health Rankings 2014 Edition highlights the improvements and challenges in
healthcare factors for 2014 from the past year.
2014 National Health Improvements
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Smoking has decreased 3% for those who smoke regularly.
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Immunization coverage among adolescents has increased 5%.
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Infant mortality has decreased 4%.
2014 National Health Challenges
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Infectious disease, specifically Pertussis (whooping cough), has increased 154%.
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Adult obesity has increased from 7% to 29.4%.
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Deaths due to drugs have increased 7% to 13.0 deaths per 100,000 population.
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Physical inactivity increased 3% to 23.5% of adults.
In Indiana, the overall health ranking has steadily declined in the American’s Health Ranking report over the
past several years to 41st as reported in the 2014 report. The strengths for the state are low incidence of
infectious disease, low percentage of children in poverty, and high immunization coverage among teens. The
challenges faced by the Indiana population are high prevalence of obesity and physical inactivity, and high
levels of air pollution.
2014 Indiana Improvements
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Smoking has decreased by 14% in the past two years to 21.9% of adults.
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Binge drinking decreased by 6% in the past year to 15.0% of adults.
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Children in poverty decreased by 40% in the past year to 14.7% of children.
2014 Indiana Challenges
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31.8% of adults are obese.
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15.1 drug deaths per 100,000 population.
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28.3% of adults are physically inactive.
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11.7 particles per cubic meter ranking Indiana 48th among the nation in high levels of air pollution.
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Deloitte Center for Health Solutions provided the following national health related data:
Consumers & Health Care System 2012 Survey Results
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62% of consumers believed that 50% or more of the money spent on health care was wasted.
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25% felt that the best value was obtained for the money spent in health care.
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80% of consumers reported having a primary care provider.
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75% of consumers sought medical care in the last year.
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Overall satisfaction with their primary care providers was 76%.
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More than 40% had received care at a hospital in the last year, with 23% outpatient, 19% ER, and
8% inpatient.
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35% of consumers having received care at a hospital were dissatisfied with the care, reporting the
causes of dissatisfaction as cost-related, customer services issues, and access/availability issues.
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88% of prescription medication users believe they are aware of how their medicine works, 87%
believe they understand the risks and side effects, and 86% have confidence in the effectiveness of
their medicine.
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14% of people stated they switched medications in the last year because of ineffectiveness or side
effects.
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34% of those using prescription medicines switched to generics.
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80% reported almost always taking prescription medications per their doctor’s instruction.
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31% reported that their household’s spending on health care as a proportion of total household
spending increased in comparison with the previous year.
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46% of people who did not seek care from their doctor when sick or injured did so because of cost
related reasons.
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14% used social media to discuss prescription side effects and to learn more about prescription
medications.
•
26% would be interested in utilizing a smart phone app that would remind them to take medication
at the right time and in the right dose.
•
32% of consumers say they would choose an innovative treatment (with greater chance in working
but less tested) over a standard treatment.
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58% would be willing to take a cost-free diagnostic test that could predict the likelihood of developing
certain diseases.
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57% of people would like to customize their health plan knowing that cost will reflect the benefits
and features they chose.
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46% are open to seeing a nurse practitioner or physician assistant if the MD is unavailable.
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26% reported preferring providers that utilize alternative approaches and natural therapies.
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Healthcare is viewed as being intensely personal by consumers.
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Consumers are increasingly concerned with the costs for which they are responsible.
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Approximately one third of adults are not comfortable with safeguards for personal information;
security and privacy issues are a main concern regarding personal health information.
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Many do not feel they understand what impact the Affordable Care Act will have, with most concern
being expressed by seniors.
HEALTHY PEOPLE 2020
HealthyPeople.gov provides 10-year national objectives for improving the health of all Americans by 2020. The
topics are the result of a multi-year process with input from a diverse group of individuals and organizations.
Eighteen federal agencies with the most relevant scientific expertise developed health objectives to promote
a society in which all people live long, healthy lives.
The 2020 topics are organized into 39 areas with measurable and developmental objectives maintained by
the Office of Disease Prevention and Health Promotion within the U.S. Department of Health and Human
Services. Two objectives related to mental health care include improving mental health status and expansion
of treatment services. The objectives are to increase prevention and access to appropriate, quality mental
health services with an overall 10% improvement goal for the following:
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Reduce the suicide rate.
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Reduce suicide attempts.
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Reduce the proportion of adolescents who engage in disordered eating behaviors in an attempt to
control their weight.
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Reduce the proportion of persons who experience major depressive episodes.
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Increase the proportion of primary care facilities that provide mental health treatment onsite or by
paid referral.
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Increase the proportion of children who receive treatment of their mental health problems.
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Increase the proportion of juvenile residential facilities that screen admissions for mental health
problems.
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Increase the proportion of persons who receive treatment for co-occurring substance abuse and
mental disorders.
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Increase depression screening by primary care providers.
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Increase the proportion of homeless adults who receive mental health services for their mental health
problems.
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STATE HEALTHCARE TRENDS SYNOPSIS
State Mental Health Funding
Funding varies from year to year for mental health services; however, budgeted funding for Mental Health
and Addiction Services in Indiana remained static between fiscal year 2012 and 2013. For fiscal year 2014,
there is a budgeted decrease in appropriations of approximately $8 million from the general fund. Funding
reductions provide a challenge each year for mental health providers across the state. Lack of financial
resources and funding for mental health services is one of the most prevalent findings from our primary
data collection process. Lack of funding continues to be a significant barrier to meeting the needs of the
community.
Community and Social Services Occupational Employment
According to historical data from the Indiana Department of Workforce Development for May 2014 and
2013, the total individuals employed in community and social service occupations for the United States were
1,930,750 and 1,890,410, respectively. Indiana comprises nearly 2% of the total. Indiana’s service category
shows an increase between years; substance abuse and behavior disorder counselors decreased 18% while
mental health and substance abuse social workers increased 25%.
COMMUNITY AND SOCIAL SERVICE OCCUPATIONS
Total Community and Social Services Occupations in Indiana
Substance Abuse and Behavioral Disorder Counselors
Educational, Vocational, and School Counselors
Marriage and Family Therapists
Mental Health Counselors
Rehabilitation Counselors
Counselors, All Other
Child, Family, and School Social Workers
Medical and Public Health Social Workers
Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers
Social Workers, All Other
Health Educators
Probation Officers and Correctional Treatment Specialists
Social and Human Service Assistants
Community Health Workers
Community and Social Service Specialists, All Other
Clergy
Directors, Religious Activities and Education
Religious Workers, All Other
2014
32,910
1,070
3,820
680
1,690
1,020
180
5,320
3,830
2,010
600
1,520
2,370
4,990
1,190
1,240
940
300
130
Source: Indiana Department of Workforce Development – Research and Analysis, 2015.
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2013
31,360
1,260
4,240
660
1,210
1,190
170
4,920
2,990
1,600
760
1,640
2,310
4,580
1,040
1,410
930
300
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EPIDEMIOLOGIC SYNOPSIS: HEALTH, MENTAL HEALTH AND
ADDICTIONS CARE
Mental Health
In Indiana, approximately 5.3% or 264,000 adults live with serious mental illness (SMI), which translates
into approximately 15,300 adults being affected in the service area. This is a 1.75% increase since 2010.
About 398,000 adults suffer with any mental illness (AMI). However, only 41.8% of those 398,000 received
treatment in the last year. In 2013, 47,644 children and adolescents used public mental health services.
Approximately 12% of children in Indiana (164,911) have emotional behavioral developmental issues,
ranking it the 6th highest state in the United States.
The Indiana State Department of Health reported an increase of 1% of Indiana students in grades 9 through
12 reporting they felt sad or hopeless almost every day for at least two weeks during the past 12 months in
2011. The report indicated there was a 3% increase in Indiana adolescents that had attempted suicide to
11%, compared to 9% in 2009. Furthermore, this report found that 19% of Indiana adolescents thought
seriously about suicide, a 2% increase over the past 3 years.
Source: Indiana State Department of Health, 2013.
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Substance Abuse
Alcohol is the most frequently used substance in Indiana; nearly half of all Hoosiers 12 years and older report
current alcohol use in the past month. Of those, nearly a quarter engaged in binge drinking. The age range
with the highest rates of current alcohol use in Indiana is 18 to 25 years, with nearly 6 out of 10 young
adults reporting usage. Of those reporting, slightly over 40% reported binge drinking. However, rates for
heavy drinking in Indiana were nearly 1% below the US average. Binge and heavy drinking are consumption
patterns that have been proven problematic in many ways. Another concern in Indiana is underage drinking.
Approximately 33% of Indiana high school students currently drink alcohol, while nearly 20% engaged in
binge drinking. In Indiana, a little over 38% of substance abuse related admissions are due to alcohol, which is
1% less than the national average.
The prevalence rate for current illicit drug use in Indiana is almost 8%. The 18-to-25-year-old group displays the
highest rate of use, slightly over 18%. Marijuana is the most frequently consumed illicit substance; about 6.2%
Hoosiers that are 12 years and older reported current use. Of those Hoosiers that reported use, over 16.8% are
18 to 25 years old (Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, 2013). Among Indiana high
school students, 20% report currently using marijuana, 2.3% state current use of cocaine, 2.8% used heroin
once, and 3.9% reported using methamphetamine at least once during the student’s lifespan.
The three most commonly abused types of prescription medicines are pain relievers (opioids), central nervous
system depressants (sedatives, tranquilizers, hypnotics), and stimulants (for attention deficit disorder, narcolepsy,
and weight loss) (Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, 2013). Among Hoosiers 12
years old or older, 2.7% reported current abuse of prescription drugs while 7.6% abused them in the past year,
and 20.7% abused them at least once in their life.
Polysubstance abuse is a pattern of using two or more drugs at a time. Among the Indiana treatment population,
60.9% reported use of two or more drugs (Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, 2013).
The most common drug combinations in Indiana are alcohol and marijuana; alcohol and a drug; or alcohol,
cocaine, and marijuana. The diagram below shows that the polysubstance abuse of three substances has
increased over the last few years.
Percentage of Indiana Treatment Episodes with Reported Use of Two Substances and Three Substances
(Treatment Episodes Data Set, 2000-2011)
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Co-occurring Disorders
Roughly half of individuals who are seriously mentally ill (SMI) are affected by substance abuse; 37%
of alcohol abusers and 53% of drug abusers also have at least one serious mental illness. Of all people
diagnosed as mentally ill, 29% abuse either alcohol or drugs (National Alliance on Mental Illness, 2003).
Approximately 8.4 million adults in the United States have co-occurring disorders. Individuals with
co-occurring disorders tend to have multiple health and social problems, and many are at increased risk for
homelessness and incarceration. However, co-occurring disorders may be difficult to diagnose and treat. In
many cases, one disorder is addressed while the other disorder remains untreated (SAMHSA National Survey
on Drug Use and Health, 2012).
The prevalence among adults with SMI and a co-occurring disorder, i.e., SMI and chronic addiction, is
estimated to be 23.2% in Indiana, which equates to approximately 4,666 individuals 18 years and older
affected in the Hospital’s service area (Indiana Family and Social Services Administration, n.d.)
SECONDARY SOURCE HEALTH DATA: HEALTH FACTORS
Population Synopsis
The citizens of the Hospital’s service area are predominantly white (91%), with a median age of 41.3. The
median age is almost 4 years greater than the state average of 37.4. The ten-county service area’s combined
high school graduation rate is 91.0%, slightly higher than Indiana’s 87.0%, with 35.7% of Tippecanoe
County residents holding a bachelors and/or a master’s degree. The service area’s residents with higher
education degrees is 15.8%, considerably less than the state’s average of 23.8% and national average of
31.96%. The median household income for the service area is $50,104, above the state level of $47,508 and
only slightly below the national median of $51,474. The service area reported 18% of the children in poverty
versus 22% in Indiana and 13% nationally. Children in the service area living in single-parent households
is 27% versus 33% in Indiana and 20% nationally. Approximately 12% of the service area population lives
below the poverty level. The unemployment rate is 4.6% as of June 2015.
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Health Status Synopsis
After reviewing secondary data for the service area, it was noted that the area’s Health Outcomes ranking
has not changed. The median county ranking in Indiana is 46; the service area ranks in the upper half of the
92 counties, at 39. The Health Factors ranking has slightly increased to 37 from two years ago and it remains
in the top half of the median of Indiana counties at 37. On average, the national and state benchmark data
is still better than the service area.
SERVICE AREA ANALYSIS
Service Area
State of
(Average)
Indiana
Health Outcomes
Length of Life
Premature Death
Quality of Life
Poor/Fair Health
Poor physical health days
Poor mental health days
Low birth weight
Health Factors
Health Behaviors
Adult smoking
Adult obesity
Physical inactivity
Excessive drinking
Sexually transmitted infections
Teen birth rate
Clinical Care
Uninsured adults
Primary care physicians
Preventable hospital stays
Diabetic screening
Mammography screening
(Source: www.countyhealthrankings.org)
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National
Benchmark
7,627
7,528
5,200
17%
3.9
3.8
6.72%
16%
3.6
3.7
8.20%
10%
2.5
2.3
5.9%
25%
32%
28%
16%
266
38
23%
31%
27%
16%
451
39
14%
25%
20%
10%
138
20
17%
4,634:1
75.3
85%
63%
17%
1,518;1
70
84%
61.4%
11%
1,045:1
41
90%
70.7%
HEALTH OUTCOMES (COUNTY HEALTH RANKING 2015 DATA)
Illustrated below is the county ranking for the overall health outcome. The 92 counties in Indiana have been
ranked from 1 to 92, with 1 representing the best and 92 representing the least healthy county. Health
outcomes represent the health of the county by measuring the years people live and how healthy people
feel. Data is provided on premature death, poor health, poor physical health days, poor mental health days,
and low birth weight. Overall, the service area contains five counties ranked in the top half above the median
rank of 46. Additionally the overall service area ranks in the top best of the counties at 39. (See Appendix B).
POOR MENTAL HEALTH DAYS (COUNTY HEALTH RANKING 2015
DATA)
Illustrated below is the number of days on average an adult reported their mental health was not good. The poor
mental health days represent the number of responses to the question, “Thinking about your mental health,
which includes stress, depression, and problems with emotions, for how many days during the past thirty days
was your mental health not good?” Overall, the 10-county area reports poor mental health approximately 13%
of the month (3.8 days out of 30) versus 12% in Indiana and 8% nationally. (See Appendix B).
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HEALTH BEHAVIORS (COUNTY HEALTH RANKING 2015 DATA)
Illustrated below is the county ranking for overall health behaviors. The 92 counties in Indiana have been
ranked from 1 to 92, with 1 representing the best and 92 representing the county with the least healthy
influences. Health factors represent how the county’s health is influenced by health behaviors, clinical care,
social and economic factors, and physical factors. Data is provided on tobacco use, sexual activity, diet and
exercise, alcohol use, quality of care and access to care. Overall, the service area contains five counties ranked
in the top half above the median rank of 46. Additionally, the service area ranks in the best counties at 39
with Tippecanoe ranked at 5. (See Appendix B).
MENTAL HEALTH PROVIDER (COUNTY HEALTH RANKING 2015 DATA)
Illustrated below is the population per mental health provider. The providers include psychiatrists, clinical
psychologists, clinical social workers, psychiatric nurse specialists, and marriage and family therapists who
meet certain qualifications and certifications. Overall, the 10-county area has on average 3,619 people per
mental health provider — significantly higher than Indiana overall and the national average. (See Appendix B).
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UNINSURED (COUNTY HEALTH RANKING 2015 DATA)
Illustrated below is the percentage of adults under age 65 without health insurance coverage. Approximately
17% of the 10-county area is uninsured, slightly above the national average. (See Appendix B).
COULD NOT SEE DOCTOR DUE TO COST (COUNTY HEALTH RANKING
2015 DATA)
Illustrated below is the percentage of adults unable to see a doctor due to the cost for services. The percentage
represents the number of adults who reported in the past 12 months they needed to see a doctor but could
not due to cost. Approximately 15% of the 10-county area could not see a doctor due to the cost. (See
Appendix B).
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CONCLUSION
COMMUNITY RESOURCES IDENTIFIED
The assessment identified a number of strong community assets (see Attachment A) including the Hospital
and its community benefit programs.
In addition to the Hospital, community resources identified were a community clinic, primary care physicians,
a public school system with active home and school associations, and numerous religious congregations.
OVERALL OBSERVATION
Priorities for the key areas will be assessed by the NCHS Board of Directors and documented in the implementation
strategy report.
Overall priorities determined to be significant:
•
Expanding/increasing inpatient mental health and substance abuse inpatient capacity and services,
•
Increasing substance abuse prevention services,
•
Increasing mental health educational awareness programs,
•
Increasing the number of mental health care providers and professionals,
•
Increasing/expanding collaboration among mental health organizations and providers,
•
Improving access to mental health care for uninsured and under-insured.
CONTACT
This assessment summary is published on the website of River Bend Hospital, www.nchsi.com. A copy may
also be obtained by contacting the Hospital’s Administrative Office at (765) 423-1604.
38
39
40
ATTACHMENTS
41
42
ATTACHMENT A: AVAILABLE COMMUNITY
RESOURCES
43
ATTACHMENT B: DEMOGRAPHIC DATA
SERVICE AREA ANALYSIS
Health Outcomes (State Rank)
Tippecanoe
18
Benton
31
Carroll
15
Clinton
53
Fountain
66
Length of Life
Premature death
Quality of Life
Poor or fair health
Poor physical health days
Poor mental health days
Low birthweight
16
6,380
26
16%
3.2
3.9
0.07
56
8,084
12
18%
5.1
2.6
0.051
6
5,937
36
20%
3.5
3.3
0.072
59
8,115
48
15%
3.9
4.1
0.075
87
9,848
18
15%
4.0
3.4
0.065
11
5
15.0%
26.0%
6.4
25%
73%
17%
32%
37
63
28.0%
34.0%
8.2
34%
56%
9%
18
26
26.0%
31.0%
8.3
28%
71%
15%
17%
34
18
19.0%
29.0%
8.1
30%
63%
12%
29%
66
48
27.0%
31.0%
8.2
32%
62%
13%
13%
497
25
18
0.17
1,479
2,310
748
65
85%
64.8%
227
33
63
0.18
2,935
4,384
4,384
74
85%
62.9%
169
27
33
0.16
5,024
2,511
2,009
58
84%
65.7%
297
49
50
0.18
3,669
2,743
2,992
64
87%
64.1%
257
47
79
0.15
4,280
4,220
2,110
107
81%
66.7%
Health Factors (State Rank)
Health Behaviors
Adult smoking
Adult obesity
Food environment index
Physical inactivity
Access to exercise opportunities
Excessive drinking
Alcohol-impaired driving
deaths
Sexually transmitted infections
Teen births
Clinical Care
Uninsured
Primary care physicians*
Dentists*
Mental health providers*
Preventable hospital stays
Diabetic monitoring
Mammography screening
This chart displays demographic data and other related characteristics of the population in each county of the
Hospital’s service area, as compared to the total service area and state of Indiana. See pages 50-81 for graphical
depictions and additional explanation of select charted data above. (Sources: http:quickfactscensus.gov and
http:county healthrankings.org )
44
Jasper
46
Montgomery
50
Newton
67
Warren
6
White
36
Service
Area
38.8
57
8,099
32
15%
4.6
0.067
52
7,953
51
16%
3.5
4
0.078
80
9,038
49
24%
4.1
5
0.058
3
5,327
19
19%
4
3.7
0.059
36
7,493
33
14%
3.7
3.3
0.077
45.2
7,627
32.4
17%
3.9
3.79
0.0672
43
49
27.0%
33.0%
8.3
26%
56%
15%
30%
31
51
23.0%
35.0%
7.5
25%
63%
16%
20%
85
92
42.0%
36.0%
8.2
28%
57%
25%
18%
14
6
19.0%
29.0%
8.5
26%
41%
35
31
22.0%
32.0%
8.0
27%
37%
11%
14%
37.4
38.9
24.8%
31.6%
7.97
28%
58%
16%
19%
188
34
66
0.15
2,091
3,710
2,782
84
83%
53.0%
280
46
24
0.17
2,250
2,246
1,232
63
87%
65.5%
185
36
80
0.18
14,044
14,087
14,087
73
85%
57.7%
216
33
38
0.15
8,342
8,415
344
47
71
0.18
2,221
3,058
2,224
86
87%
59.6%
266
37.7
52.2
0.167
4,634
4,768
3,619
75.3
85%
63.2%
9%
79
87%
71.6%
Indiana
National
7,528
5,200
16%
3.6
3.7
0.082
10%
2.5
2.3
0.059
23.0%
31.0%
7.2
27%
75%
16%
26%
14.0%
25.0%
8.4
20%
92%
10%
14%
451
39
138
20
0.17
1,518
1,973
750
70
84%
61.4%
0.11
1,045
1,377
386
41
90%
70.7%
* Ratio to 1 healthcare provider
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Social & Economic Factors
High school graduation
Some college
Unemployment
Children in poverty
Income inequality
Children in single-parent
households
Social associations
Violent crime
Injury deaths
Physical Environment
Air pollution – particulate
matter
Drinking water violations
Severe housing problems
Driving alone to work
Long commute – driving alone
Demographics
Population
% below 18 years of age
% 65 and older
% Non-Hispanic African
American
% American Indian and
Alaskan Native
% Asian
% Native Hawaiian/Other
Pacific Islander
% Hispanic
% Non-Hispanic white
% not proficient in English
% Females
% Rural
46
Tippecanoe
36
86.0%
70.6%
6.8%
19.0%
5.3
30%
Benton
20
98.0%
51.0%
7.5%
18.0%
3.8
22%
Carroll
16
93.0%
52.7%
7.1%
16.0%
3.8
24%
Clinton
53
89.0%
43.6%
7.1%
21.0%
3.9
33%
Fountain
67
92.0%
52.4%
9.7%
19.0%
3.7
28%
10.1
274
44
50
13.5
18.2
14.5
210
64
33
13.5
13.4
73
8
13.5
14.9
87
58
24
13.5
0%
20%
76%
13%
0%
9%
79%
33%
0%
10%
82%
48%
0%
13%
81%
30%
3%
10%
81%
39%
180,174
20.60%
10.20%
4.50%
8,767
24.80%
15.90%
0.70%
20,086
23.60%
17.20%
0.40%
32,916
26.00%
15.40%
0.50%
16,880
23.10%
18.70%
0.30%
0.40%
0.20%
0.30%
0.40%
0.30%
6.80%
0.10%
0.20%
0.00%
0.20%
0.00%
0.30%
0.00%
0.30%
0.10%
7.90%
78.90%
2.10%
48.90%
14.50%
5.40%
92.70%
0.90%
50.40%
100.00%
4.00%
94.40%
1.40%
50.00%
81.40%
14.50%
83.90%
3.80%
50.80%
49.80%
2.50%
95.60%
0.70%
50.10%
66.00%
80
39
13.6
Jasper
31
90.0%
56.2%
8.2%
15.0%
3.2
25%
Montgomery
30
98.0%
48.6%
7.2%
19.0%
3.9
28%
Newton
66
83.0%
50.6%
8.4%
17.0%
3.7
29%
Warren
32
93.0%
50.6%
7.6%
16.0%
3.7
21%
White
33
88.0%
56.7%
7.1%
19.0%
3.6
28%
Service
Area
38.4
91.0%
53.3%
7.7%
17.9%
3.86
27%
16.4
11.4
131
90
36
13.4
9.6
74
26
13.3
14.4
168
77
20
13.6
64
18
13.6
14.3
129
70
25
13.4
1%
11%
85%
42%
0%
10%
83%
27%
0%
11%
85%
45%
0%
8%
85%
32%
33,389
24.80%
15.30%
0.80%
38,177
23.20%
16.30%
0.90%
14,087
22.30%
17.30%
0.60%
0.30%
0.40%
0.40%
0.10%
5.70%
92.00%
0.50%
50.10%
68.00%
Indiana
National
87.0%
60.2%
7.5%
22.0%
4.3
33%
71.0%
4.0%
13.0%
3.7
20%
13.72
166.5
69.4
27.9
13.49
12.7
334
62
22
59
50
13.5
9.5
0%
12%
83%
32%
0%
11%
82%
34%
4%
14%
83%
30%
0%
9%
71%
15%
8,415
22.20%
18.30%
0.30%
24,466
23.60%
18.40%
0.40%
377,357
23.42%
16.30%
0.94%
0.40%
0.20%
0.60%
0.35%
0.40%
1.90%
0.60%
0.00%
0.30%
0.10%
0.50%
0.10%
0.40%
0.10%
1.00%
0.06%
1.90%
0.10%
4.00%
0.40%
4.70%
92.50%
1.20%
49.70%
52.80%
5.80%
92.30%
0.50%
49.30%
100.00%
1.20%
97.10%
0.00%
50.20%
77.10%
7.70%
90.20%
1.40%
50.40%
68.00%
5.94%
90.96%
1.25%
49.99%
67.76%
6.40%
80.70%
1.60%
50.70%
27.60%
11.20%
69.70%
2.80%
50.60%
25.90%
6,570,902 316,128,839
24.10%
23.10%
13.90%
14.40%
9.20%
11.00%
47
Tippecanoe
Benton
Carroll
Clinton
Fountain
Health Outcomes
Diabetes
HIV prevalence
Premature age-adjusted mortality
Infant mortality
Child mortality
9.0%
73
333.6
6.9
48.7
13.0%
81
401.8
—
—
11.0%
317
—
—
13.0%
65
409.8
6.7
65.2
13.0%
34
461
—
79
Health Behaviors
Food insecurity
Limited access to healthy foods
Motor vehicle crash deaths
Drug poisoning deaths
17%
10%
8
11
13%
0%
31
—
12%
2%
13
10
13%
1%
17
14
13%
1%
30
9
Health Care
Uninsured adults
Uninsured children
Health care costs
Could not see doctor due to cost
Other primary care providers *
19.0%
8.0%
$9,667
12%
1,917
22.0%
10.0%
$9,660
—
4,384
20.0%
9.0%
$10,394
16%
5,022
22.0%
11.0%
$9,488
15%
10,972
18.0%
8.0%
$10,163
14%
8,440
Social & Economic Factors
Median household income
Children eligible for free lunch
Homicides
$47,808
37%
1
$49,318
37%
$52,587
35%
$47,279
43%
$42,732
36%
* Ratio to 1 healthcare provider
48
Jasper
Montgomery
Newton
Warren
White
Service
Area
Indiana
National
12.0%
61
377.7
—
56.1
12.0%
101
387.3
7.3
68.4
12.0%
—
420.3
—
—
12.0%
—
283.5
—
—
11.0%
78
385.4
—
67.8
11.8%
70
377.7
7.0
64.2
11.0%
159
380.8
7.7
60.1
9.6%
289
343.7
6.8
55.7
12%
2%
22
12
15%
4%
15
24
14%
0%
34
—
12%
1%
20
—
13%
3%
21
12
13.4%
2.4%
21.1
13
16%
6%
12
14
15.2%
6.2%
13.4
12.9
18.0%
8.0%
$10,698
—
2,385
20.0%
9.0%
$9,337
13%
3,471
20.0%
10.0%
$9,507
20%
2,817
17.0%
8.0%
$10,001
—
8,415
21.0%
11.0%
$10,269
14%
3,495
19.7%
9.2%
$9,918
15%
5,132
20.0%
9.0%
$10,079
14%
1,840
19.00%
6.9%
$9,108
13%
1,635
$53,757
31%
$50,889
38%
$53,715
38%
$53,623
29%
$48,581
36%
$50,104
36%
1
$47,508
40%
5
$51,474
40%
5.26
This chart displays data relating to the general healthcare status of the population and several
factors impacting it by county as compared to the Hospital’s total service area and the state of
Indiana. See pages 50 – 81 for graphical depictions and additional explanation of selected charted
data above. (Sources: http://quickfacts.census.gov and http://www.countyhealthrankings.org)
49
2015 Population Distribution by Age
This graph displays the total population of the Hospital’s service area by age cohort. (http://quickfacts.census.gov)
2015 Population Estimates by Race
This graph displays the total population of the Hospital’s service area by race. (http://quickfacts.census.gov)
50
2015 Educational Attainment
This graph displays the highest level of educational attainment of the population in each county in the
Hospital’s service area as compared to the total service area and state of Indiana. (http://quickfacts.census.gov)
2015 HEALTH OUTCOMES
Health Outcomes is a County Health Ranking representing how long people live and how healthy people feel
while alive. The health outcomes represent the health of the county by measuring the length and quality of
life within each county. 92 counties in Indiana have been ranked from 1 to 92, with 1 representing the best
and 92 representing the least health county. (Source: www.countyhealthrankings.org)
51
2015 LENGTH OF LIFE
The length of life ranking is the first of two weighted scores used in calculating a county’s overall health
outcomes. (Source: www.countyhealthrankings.org)
2015 Premature Death
The premature death ranking measures the years of potential life lost before age 75 per 100,000 population.
It is the only measure which goes into the (Source: www.countyhealthrankings.org)
52
2015 QUALITY OF LIFE
The quality of life is made up of Poor or fair health, poor physical health days, poor mental health days and
low birthweight measures. The 92 counties in Indiana have been ranked from 1 to 92, with 1 representing
the best quality of life and 92 representing the worst quality of life. (Source: www.countyhealthrankings.org)
2015 Poor or Fair Health
The poor or fair health (overall health) represents self-reported health status based on survey responses to
the question, “In general, would you say that your health is excellent, very good, good, fair, or poor?” The
value reported for each county is the percent percentage of adults reporting poor or fair health.
(Source: www.countyhealthrankings.org)
53
2015 Poor Physical Health Days
The poor physical health days represents self-reported health status based on survey responses to the question,
“Thinking about your physical health, which includes physical illness and injury, for how many days during the
past 30 days was your physical health not good?. The value reported for each county is the average number
of days adult respondents report their physical health was not good. (Source: www.countyhealthrankings.org)
2015 Poor Mental Health Days
The poor mental health days represents self-reported health status based on survey responses to the question,
“Thinking about your mental health, which includes stress, depression, and problems with emotions, for
how many days during the past 30 days was your mental health not good?” The value reported for each
county is the average number of days adult respondents reported that their mental health was not good.
(Source: www.countyhealthrankings.org)
54
2015 Low Birthweight
Low birthweight (LBW) represents maternal exposure to health risks and an infant’s current and future
morbidity which is an indcator for premature mortality and/or morbidity. The value reported for each county
is the percent of live births with LBW (

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