Community Assessments

The Planning Council has conducted all types of Needs Assessments since its inception.  These assessments provide an in-depth understanding of the most important needs of that group or community and guide future action.  Needs assessments look at resources, capacity, and gaps in services or care. Typically, the most vital needs are prioritized for the community to address.

Mobilizing for Action through Planning and Partnerships (MAPP) is a community-wide strategic planning tool for improving community health and is utilized when working with hospitals, health departments, and community agencies looking to identify strategic issues in their communities that need to be addressed.  Most recently, The Planning Council conducted Community Readiness Assessments around Marijuana Use and Problem Gambling to assist cities and counties in preparing for expanded opportunities around the legalization of recreational marijuana and sports betting. Each assessment builds on all community collaboration to assess the public health system and prioritize issues while identifying resources to address them.