To engage community members in community health assessment to identify health problems and prioritize strategies to impact and improve health, develop and implement health programs, & evaluate progress toward health improvement.
about the coalition
Laurel County Health Department began partnering with Saint Joseph London in May 2011 to begin the process of completing a community health assessment.
In October 2011, the Laurel County Community Health Needs Assessment Coalition was established. LCHD and Saint Joseph London pursued community partners and representatives from the community to serve on the coalition in efforts to obtain a wide perspective of voices while planning the first Laurel County Community Health Assessment (CHA) and subsequent Community Health Improvement Plan (CHIP).
Laurel County Health in Motion utilizes the Mobilizing Action Through Planning and Partnership’s (MAPP) model to complete a CHA/CHIP process every 3 - 5 years.
In an effort to give the coalition a better identity in the community, the name Laurel County Health in Motion Coalition was established in 2014 at the initiation of the second cycle of the MAPP Process.
As of 2023, the coalition has administered 4 cycles of the CHA/CHIP process.
ASSESSMENTS & REPORTS
Community coalitions raise awareness of an issue, bring people together around a common goal or project, create solutions that serve the entire community, and seek new partners to participate in that goal.
Mission
A healthier community that promotes participation of community partners and its residents who engage in willful cooperation aimed at improving the safety, access to resources, health, well-being, and knowledge of the community.
Vision
Brandi Gilley, MPH, RDN, LD
Email: brandin.gilley@ky.gov
Phone: 606-864-5187 Ext 238
Coalition Facilitator
PHOTOVOICE
Photovoice is a research method where people can identify, represent, and enhance their community through capturing and submitting photographs. It provides the opportunity for community members to creatively document their concerns and act as catalysts for change in their community. Additionally, it brings about interest in important topics that are relevant within a community and allows the community to express themselves through photography.
A Photovoice Project can be implemented on a variety of topics with health and wellness being a common choice.
Laurel County Health in Motion Coalition, in conjunction with Laurel County Health Department, is implementing Photovoice as part of its 2026 Community Health Assessment. We want the community to express their thoughts through photography by using the following prompting statements:
Something in your community that helps you, your family or others live well.
Something that makes your community a good place to live.
Something that you think impacts our community’s health and safety in a positive way.
Something that you think impacts our community’s health and safety in a negative way.
Find additional prompting statements in the Instructions for Participating in Photovoice document below.
IMPORTANT LINKS AND RESOURCES
(if photographing other individuals based on ethical considerations below)
Elementary-Age Project
Ethical Considerations when taking Photos
The concept of a photovoice project is simple and may seem harmless, but there are several ethical considerations when participating in Photovoice.
1. Informed Consent - there are some instances in which consent must be given (from the person being photographed) in order for us to be able to utilize photographs. It’s important to ask yourself, “Is it invading someone’s privacy?”. We have provided consent forms you may use if needed. Please note, if a photo is submitted that requires informed consent, you must submit a signed consent with the photo or we will not be able to use it for this project.
Taking a picture of someone who is recognizable (faces, tattoos, or markings)
Taking a picture of minors (under 18 years)
Taking a picture of personal belongings and/or personal property.
Taking a picture of public figures
Taking a picture of the environment or public settings
Taking a picture of people who cannot be specifically identified
2. Participant Safety - Your safety is important to use and we ask that you please refrain from entering dangerous spaces/situations to take photos. Think not only about danger to physical harm, but also emotional harm, harm to an individual’s reputation, or potential financial harm, among others.
ASK YOURSELF? Will it harm me or others? Is it dangerous?
3. Protect the Community - It is important to protect others by abstaining from taking pictures that may harm the reputation, safety, or individual liberty-of another.
ASK YOURSELF? Will it put a person’s employment, status in the community, etc… in jeopardy?
4. False Light - It is necessary to make sure that situations in the community are reflected accurately. Necessary steps must be taken to accurately portray the community and to avoid taking photographs of images that could be taken out of context.
ASK YOURSELF? Is it truthful? Does it accurately represent the situation?
EXAMPLE FROM PHOTOVOICE OF PHOTO AND NARRATIVES
There’s no specific length required for your photo narrative. The best narrative is one that clearly and concisely explains the photo and why it was submitted for this project.
Current Programs, Events, and Initiatives
London in Motion Walking Program
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Appalachian Community Health Days
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Parent Academy
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2023 Substance Use Disorder Regional Conference
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2025 Professional Dev Series - SUD and Behavioral Health
London in Motion Walking Program 〰️ Appalachian Community Health Days 〰️ Parent Academy 〰️ 2023 Substance Use Disorder Regional Conference 〰️ 2025 Professional Dev Series - SUD and Behavioral Health
Past Initiatives
Previous Assessments and Improvement Plans
London In Motion
Walking Program
A 4-8 walking program focused on residents of Laurel County in an effort to encourage increased moderate physical activity.
Participants can register as an individual, family or as part of a team. If you’re registering as a team, be creative and provide a team name. The team with the most votes will be awarded.
This program is brought to you by the Laurel County Health In Motion Coalition, Laurel County Health Department, and Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield.
No scheduled Events at this time. Please check back.
Your Steps Count for Good Health!
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As a participant of the program, you must report your steps weekly. There are two options for reporting your steps:
Option #1: Reporting Steps Online
Option #2: Reporting Steps Using the Printable Paper Log – Take a picture of your log for the week and email the picture to londoninmotionwalkingprogram@gmail.com
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Individuals/teams with the greatest number of steps walked and measured health improvements will be eligible to win prizes for recognition of achievement. More information about prize criteria will be shared here.
The school with the most steps will also be awarded.
Give Us Your Feedback!
We would love your feedback on our current community health assessment and community health improvement plan that you can download/view above. Use the form below to tell us what you think!