Zenon Park Community Wellness Assessment March 2010

ZENON PARK COMMUNITY WELLNESS SURVEY
The purpose of the Zenon Park Primary Health Care survey was to determine what the
residents of Zenon Park identified as possible needs in relation to the delivery of
potential health information. The survey was mailed to all households of Zenon Park
which totalled 139. The survey was sent in a French and an English version creating
the potential for each household to send back 2 surveys. However, that disadvantage
was outweighed by the fact that the community is French based and that many
residents value French delivered information.
Survey Results
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48 out of 139 households responded to the survey for a 34.5% response rate. It
is important to note that 6 households returned two surveys (one English version
and one French version) for a total of 54 surveys received. All 54 surveys were
used in the survey analysis.
Age Demographics
The survey asked respondents to give their age category and the chart below
illustrates the results. The highest response rate was from those persons aged
between 50 and 59 (22.22%); followed equally by age range 40 - 49 (16.67%) and
age 70 - 79 (16.67%).
Gender Demographics
The following chart indicates the gender demographics of the respondents. The
survey indicated that females (62.38%) were more likely than males (25.93%) to fill
out the survey. 3.70 % did not indicate a gender while 7.41% check both boxes on
the survey possibly indicating that a couple filled out the survey together and marked
both boxes.
Language
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The following chart indicates the number of surveys sent back in English
(76.92%) as compared to French (26.92%)
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Potential Health information needs
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Please refer to the chart on the next page for a visual understanding of the
results of this survey.
Top ten identified topics of health information
1.
Heart health (53.70%)
2.
Walking program (44.44%)
3.
Weight loss group (37.04%)
4.
Stroke prevention (37.04%)
5.
Men’s health information (35.19%)
6.
Women’s health information (33.33%)
7.
Seniors wellness information (29.63%)
8.
Sleep apnea (24.07%)
9.
Alternative health practices (24.07%)
10. Depression information (24.07%)
Healthy Living Programs
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40.74% of respondents indicated interest in the Lifestyle Balance Program
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33.33% of respondents indicated interest in the Living with Chronic Conditions
Program
Preferred time for potential informational sessions
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7.41% of respondents indicated morning as a preferential time
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33.33% of respondents indicated afternoons as a preferential time
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46.30% of respondents indicated evenings as a preferential time
Discussion
With a near 35% response rate for this survey it is evident that residents of Zenon Park
are interested in health related information. There was a good variation in the age of
the respondents with women more likely than men filling out the survey. However, it is
important to note that the interest in men’s health information (35.19%) was nearly
equal to the interest in women’s health information (33.33%) which may indicate that
men are equally concerned about obtaining information specific to their gender. Heart
health information had the highest interest at 53.70% followed by the establishment of a
walking group (44.44%). Formation of a weight loss group and stroke prevention were
third at 37.04% respectively. These top three health concerns are in some respects
related to each other, hence a program that incorporates information related to all of
these concerns would be ideal. The Lifestyle Balance Program would be a great
starting point to deliver this information. With 40.74% of respondents interested in this
program a good number of participants could be expected to attend if one should be
offered in the community of Zenon Park. The Living Well With Chronic Conditions
Program also had a high interest at 33.33% and could also be considered for this
community.
Gender related health information and senior wellness information were also in the top
ten results. Information on these topics could be offered through group meetings
scheduled in the evenings for those working during daytime hours. Senior wellness
information may be offered in the daytime at a common meeting place for seniors.
The community is currently in the process of setting up a community run gym facility in
the cultural building (AFZP) which will include a treadmill and other exercise equipment.
This facility will be a good place to provide pamphlets and other literature on healthy
living including topics discussed in this survey.
Currently seniors exercises are done on a weekly basis and this time can also be used
to provide senior wellness information.
Overall, this survey has given some valuable insight into the health needs of Zenon
Park, as viewed by its community members. The information obtained will help direct
resources to where they will be most utilized and provide the most benefit to the
residents of the community.
This information was compiled by:
Wendy Howse, BSN, RN
Zenon Park Primary Health Care
Zenon Park Primary Health Care
Zenon Park, Saskatchewan
Box 171 S0E 1W0
Phone: (306) 767-2522
Community Wellness Questionnaire Hello! My name is Wendy Howse and I am the new Registered Nurse at the Zenon Park Wellness Clinic. In an effort to determine the wellness needs of Zenon Park and surrounding area, I am conducting a survey. By completing and returning this questionnaire by November 9 2009, you will assist me in determining health related topics to be addressed within your community. Your response is confidential, so please do not sign this survey or provide your name or address. Please select your age range: 18 ‐ 29 30 ‐ 39 40 ‐ 49 50 ‐ 59 60 ‐ 69 70 ‐ 79 80 ‐ 89 ≥ 90 Female Please select your gender Male The following are ideas for informational sessions, pamphlet packages or programs that could be provided by Zenon Park Primary Health Care. Please check those that you would find informative: Adolescent and teenage concerns Alcohol or drug abuse Alternative health practices Care giver support groups Dementia (example: Alzheimer’s disease) Men’s health information (example: prostate health) Parenting information Senior wellness information Sleep apnea Smoking cessation Depression Stress management Diabetes education Stroke prevention Healthy child development Women’s health information (example: menopause) Heart health information (blood pressure, heart attack) Walking group Weight loss group A Division of the Kelsey Trail Health Region
Regional Office, P.O. Box 1780 Tisdale, Saskatchewan S0E 1T0
Phone: (306) 873-6600
Fax: (306) 873-6605
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The following programs were developed by Kelsey Trail Health Region and can be provided in your community if there is enough interest. Each program runs weekly for approximately 6 weeks. Please check one or both if you would be interested in attending. Lifestyle Balance Program Goals of the program are: discuss healthy eating; encourage an active lifestyle; and promote emotional well‐being •
Living Well with Chronic Conditions™ Is a program that helps individuals learn to live with a chronic illness in a healthy way (self‐management of Heart Disease, Arthritis, Diabetes, Asthma, Bronchitis, Emphysema and others) •
What time would be best to offer the above programs or other informational sessions in your community? Please check one and put desired time. Morning (time:_______) Afternoon (time:______) Evening (time:_________) If you have any suggestions for other information sessions, pamphlet packages or programs that were not listed, please specify: Thank you for your time and consideration for completing this questionnaire! Your input is a great contribution towards improving the wellness of your community! Sincerely, Wendy Howse, BScN, RN Zenon Park Primary Health Care
Zenon Park, Saskatchewan
S0E 1W0
Phone: (306) 767-2522
Sondage Communautaire De Santé Bonjour, je me nomme Wendy Howse et je suis la nouvelle infirmière enregistrée à la clinique de Zenon Park. Dans un effort pour connaître les besoins en matière de santé à Zenon Park et dans les environs, j’ai créé un sondage. Complétez et retournez le questionnaire avant le 9 novembre 2009. Vous m’aiderez ainsi à déterminer les réels besoins en santé pour la communauté. Votre réponse est confidentielle, alors s.v.p. ne signez pas et n’identifiez pas ce sondage. S.V.P. sélectionnez votre niveau d’âge : 18 ‐ 29 30 ‐ 39 40 ‐ 49 50 ‐ 59 60 ‐ 69 70 ‐ 79 80 ‐ 89 ≥ 90 S.V.P. identifiez votre sexe : Masculin Féminin Les suggestions suivantes sont pour avoir une idée des besoins au niveau des sessions informatives, des besoins en brochures et différents programmes: Abus d’alcool et de drogues Groupe de marche Apnée du sommeil Groupe de perte de poids Arrêts du tabagisme Groupe de support pour aidants naturel Démence (exemple: maladie Information de santé masculine Alzheimer) Information parentale Dépression Information ‐ santé des aînés Développement de la santé infantile Information ‐ santé du cœur Éducation des diabètes Information ‐ santé féminine Enfance et Adolescence Pratique de santé alternative Gérer le stress Prévention des maladies cardiaque A Division of the Kelsey Trail Health Region
Regional Office, P.O. Box 1780 Tisdale, Saskatchewan S0E 1T0
Phone: (306) 873-6600
Fax: (306) 873-6605
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Les programmes suivants ont été développés par Kelsey Trail Health Region et seront fournie dans votre communauté s’il y a assez d’intérêt. Chaque programme est d’une durée de 6 semaines à compter d’une rencontre par semaine. S.V.P. informez‐nous si un ou plusieurs des programmes offerts vous intéressent. Programme d’un Style de vie Équilibré Les buts du programme sont : discuter d’une alimentation saine; encourager un style de vie actif; promouvoir un sain équilibre de vie. •
Bien Vivre Avec Une Maladie Chronique • C’est un programme qui aide les personnes à vivre avec une maladie chronique de façon saine. (savoir gérer soi‐même une maladie du cœur, l’arthrite, le diabète, l’asthme, la bronchite, l’emphysème … ) Quel temps serait le mieux pour offrir les programmes suivants ou toutes autres sessions informatives dans votre communauté? S.V.P. regardez et cochez le temps désiré. Matin (heure:___ __) Après‐midi (heure:___ _ __) Soirée (heure:___ _ __) Si vous avez des commentaires ou des suggestions pour une autre session, brochures ou programme non‐fourni S.V.P. spécifiez : Merci de votre considération et de votre temps pour avoir complété ce questionnaire! Vos choix sont une grande contribution à l’accès aux soins de santé dans votre communauté! Sincèrement, Wendy Howse, BScN, RN