Assessment 3: Planning for Community and Organizational Change

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Planning for Community and Organizational Change

Jessica Ramos

Capella University

FPX 6218: Leading the Future of Health Care

Dr. Donna Ryan

November 28, 2021

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Change Proposal

Considering the healthcare issues affecting Jordan town and its surroundings, there is a

need for critical stakeholders to foster corporate social responsibility (CSR). For the change

proposal, some stakeholders will participate directly in decision-making while others will engage

through policy formulation. The change proposal will encompass the establishment of an

enthusiastic community health personnel to coordinate precise outreach, targeted check-up

initiatives, and home visits to educate the residents about quality care service provisions. There

must be an appropriate assessment of the healthcare system in the rural region (Adler, 2012). Most

people do not have access to quality healthcare services, cannot afford education and care services,

and lack access to high-quality and safe basic facilities such as food and other essential services

(Winterton et al., 2014). Hence, the central role of the project staff would be identifying healthcare

concerns among the vulnerable groups and adopting the appropriate measures to address them,

such as drafting policies to improve social and economic statuses in the region.

Summary

Benefits and Implications

Based on the organizational change, community health components will only work in

collaboration and correlation. The coordination of facets will warrant that the financial resources

allocated for the area to address the healthcare issues will be utilized effectively and for the

residents' benefits, including students (Winterton et al., 2014). Some of the core benefits in

managing the social and economic matters collectively are using the resources effectively and

prioritizing primary issues. There will be proper chronic disease diagnosis of various health

concerns and increased mental health awareness and education in several schools (Adler, 2012).

Markedly, innovation and collaboration are core principles in handling healthcare issues in low

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socioeconomic areas like Jordan city (Capella University, 2021). Effectual implementation of the

community change will set a cornerstone for other federal initiatives and programs by eradicating

fallacies, including healthy lifestyles (Stroh, 2015). Some other benefits attributable to community

improvement entail reducing healthcare costs, improving education facilities, and re-opening

shopping centers.

Potential Barriers to Change

In implementing community and organizational change, there is a likelihood of resistance

to the proposed change. Invention and creativity would be the initial barriers to change in Jordan

city. The area lacks essential facilities and technology that might facilitate the appropriate

implementation of the project. The high poverty rate in the region has deterred technological

advances, and people cannot afford installing essential equipment for appropriate education

facilities (Capella University, 2021). While the government might provide the resources through

the city council, modern technology for effective implementation is lacking. The field staff will

face challenges since access to healthcare services and products such as pharmaceuticals is limited.

Other potential hindrances might emanate from social drawbacks because the society seems

conservative on its beliefs. Indeed, the community seems not to embrace diversity. As a result, the

people have not been supporting appropriate changes and growth initiatives (Capella University,

2021). Some political hitches might occur within the city council staff in financial resource

allocation leading to halting the entire change proposal (Adler, 2012). To successfully overcome

any possible barriers, all stakeholders must coordinate and collaborate in all change steps. Varies

social entities such as schools and other public facilities will be utilized in sensitizing the

community.

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Stakeholder Communications

Proper and successful implementation of the organizational change must incorporate all

stakeholders (Silvius, & Schipper, 2014). The critical stakeholders involved in the efficient

implementation of the community change include Jordan city council officials, Vila Health, the

business people within and around the city, the entire population, learning institutions, and other

social service and care centers (Stroh, 2015). Religious groups must also be incorporated to give

their views concerning the community change. Proper communication channels must be set for all

stakeholders to warranty consistency and efficacy in all steps involved. Collaboration and effective

communication among stakeholders are imperative to eradicate potential friction and conflict of

interest (Adler, 2012). There will be a need for experts to gather relevant statistics and conduct

structured interviews and case studies encompassing community members for decision-making

processes.

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References

Adler, N. E. (2012). Assessing health effects of community development. Investing in What Works

for America's Communities, 275-283.

https://www.frbsf.org/community-development/files/adler.pdf

Capella University (n.d.). (2021). Villa Health: Environmental Analysis and Windshield Survey.

Silvius, A. J., & Schipper, R. P. (2014). Sustainability in project management: A literature review

and impact analysis. Social Business, 4(1), 63-96.

https://www.ingentaconnect.com/content/westburn/sb/2014/00000004/00000001/art0000

Stroh, D. P. (2015). Systems thinking for social change: A practical guide to solving complex

problems, avoiding unintended consequences, and achieving lasting results. Chelsea Green

Publishing.

Winterton, R., Hulme Chambers, A., Farmer, J., & Munoz, S. A. (2014). Considering the

implications of place-based approaches for improving rural community wellbeing: The

value of a relational lens. Rural Society, 23(3), 283-295.

https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/abs/10.1080/10371656.2014.11082071

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Appendix A: Grant Proposal

Need Statement

The proposed community change will address the limited access to social services,

including healthcare and schools. The change will assist in detecting chronic disorders, including

diabetes, and educating the community on disease awareness to improve their social well-being. It

will first deal with around 250 community members with psychological complications. According

to a Jordan middle school teacher, a middle school kid committed suicide before graduation. There

is a need to have a facility for discussing mental health issues (Capella University, 2021). Some

barriers might include financial constraints and community resistance. Different interviews and

social briefings enabled the collection of essential information regarding the need for change.

Some NGOs, religious groups, and the city municipality have set initiatives to address the social

issue.

Program Description

This is typically community healthcare and social outreach, which focuses on civil

education, disease screening, and lifestyle improvement. The initiative will be implemented by

competent public and community health officials, including physicians and nurses in specific

regions such as learning institutions and social gatherings. There will also be counseling for the

drug addicts and rehabilitation services.

Goals and Objectives

The community and organizational change aim to improve the social and economic statuses

of the residents living in Jordan city. This will be fostered by enhancing the social and economic

standards of the community through enhanced disease diagnoses, prevention of disorders,

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counseling, and education on lifestyle changes. Thus, the change goal entails encouraging a healthy

lifestyle and overall community improvement.

Program Evaluation

The proposed change initiative will be assessed in alignment with the regular community

and organization social practices. The project manager will oversee the entire evaluation process,

which will be done primarily through a quarterly assessment report. The evaluation report will then

be presented to the organization committee board for further analysis.

Summary

The community and organizational change initiative will prevent potential social

complications from unhealthy behaviors and practices like poor eating styles, avoiding regular

medical screening, and refraining from physical exercise. The funding organization's goals are

preventing poor care services, minimizing medical costs through preventive care, which aligns

with the change initiative. More thanks to the funding agency for considering and financing the

change initiative suitable for community improvement.

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Appendix B: Project Budget

Table directions:

1. Add table rows, as needed, for each budget category.

2. Enter the information (startup, first-year budget figures, other sources of revenue, and justification) for each budget category line

item in columns 2–5.

Categories Startup 1st Year Other Sources

of Revenue Justification

Salary and Wages Non-governmental agencies

 Project Manager $ 135,500 $ 135,500

 Support Staff $55,000 $ 55,000

 Other $ 42,699 $ 45,000

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Fringe Benefits $ 45,000

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Consultation or Contract Services $ 18,500

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Categories Startup 1st Year Other Sources

of Revenue Justification

Equipment $30,500

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Materials $36,700

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Travel $ 28,944

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Miscellaneous or Other $39,000

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Total Expenses $ 233,199 $ 434,144