HERKIMER, N.Y. — Herkimer County HealthNet, in partnership with Bassett Medical Center Research Institute, is calling on residents of Herkimer and Dolgeville to participate in a community health survey.
The survey is designed to gather “comprehensive, confidential” information to assess the community’s health status and needs, per the announcement.
A total of 300 randomly selected households in Herkimer and Dolgeville will receive a postcard with a unique QR code to access the survey. The effort seeks to increase participation, particularly among smartphone users, and reduce survey costs by encouraging online responses. The survey will be open from Jan. 20 to Feb. 28.
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Community members aged 18 and older who receive the postcard may also call to request a paper survey or to complete the survey by phone. Participants who complete the survey will receive a $15 gift card for their time, Herkimer County HealthNet noted.
The organization will use the results to develop and evaluate future diabetes-prevention efforts. Questions cover a range of important topics, including access to health care, chronic disease prevention, mental health, and social factors that influence well-being.
“The Community Health Survey is a vital tool that helps us understand the pulse of our community and better address its needs,” Elyse Enea, director of Herkimer County HealthNet, said in the announcement. “We strongly encourage each resident to share their voice so the community can gain a deeper understanding of our collective health and work toward creating solutions around diabetes prevention that align with the community’s assets and strengths.”
