Roles of Community Health Workers The roles and activities of community health workers (CHWs) are tailored to meet the unique needs of the communities they serve. A CHW's role depends on factors such their education, training, lived experience, and experience working with specific populations. CHWs may perform the following roles: Create CONNECTIONS between vulnerable populations and healthcare providers Help patients navigate healthcare and social service systems Manage care and care transitions for vulnerable populations Reduce social isolation among patients Determine eligibility and enroll individuals in health insurance plans Ensure cultural competence among healthcare providers serving vulnerable populations Educate healthcare providers and stakeholders about community health needs Provide culturally appropriate health education on topics related to chronic disease prevention, physical activity, and NUTRITION Advocate for underserved individuals or communities to receive SERVICES and resources to address health needs COLLECT data and relay information to stakeholders to inform programs and policies Provide informal counseling, health SCREENINGS, and referrals Build community capacity to address health issues Address social determinants of healthExplanation: