Chronic Disease Action Team meets on the first Thursday of the month from 3—4:30 pm at the Henderson County Department of Public Health. Chair: Katrina McGuire

The Chronic Disease Action Team is a group of community agencies, organizations and individuals that work collaboratively towards healthy living, and healthy aging as the norm for everyone in Henderson County.  The Community Health Assessment data indicators that identify chronic disease as a community health priority is the baseline used to guide the work of this action team.

Chronic Diseases are the leading causes of illness, disability, and death nationally and locally.  It also represents a significant portion of healthcare costs and reduces quality of life. This priority stems from the ability to prevent and manage many chronic conditions through public health initiatives and community efforts that promote healthy behaviors and policies, improve access to care, and address social determinants of health like food insecurities, unhealthy diets and lack of physical activity.

The Henderson County Housing Coalition aims to build a comprehensive understanding of the local housing landscape, ensuring that gaps and opportunities are clearly identified.

Collaboration will be at the heart of this work. The coalition seeks to raise awareness, engage stakeholders, and offer practical ideas for how individuals and organizations can contribute. Through identifying barriers, developing solutions, and recognizing the interconnectedness of housing with broader health and well-being priorities, the coalition will work to create a localized, coordinated approach that strengthens housing stability and affordability across Henderson County.

Chronic Disease Action Team meets on the first Thursday of the month from 3—4:30 pm at the Henderson County Department of Public Health. Chair: Katrina McGuire

Chronic Diseases are the leading causes of illness, disability, and death nationally and locally.  It also represents a significant portion of healthcare costs and reduces quality of life. This priority stems from the ability to prevent and manage many chronic conditions through public health initiatives and community efforts that promote healthy behaviors and policies, improve access to care, and address social determinants of health like food insecurities, unhealthy diets and lack of physical activity.

Chair Pauline Carpenter; Vice Chair Milton Butterworth; Secretary DeLaina Lewkowicz; Treasurer Elizabeth Williams; Past Chairs Stacy Nash & Lauren Wilkie; Coordinator Juliana Whitaker

The Henderson County Housing Coalition aims to build a comprehensive understanding of the local housing landscape, ensuring that gaps and opportunities are clearly identified.

Collaboration will be at the heart of this work. The coalition seeks to raise awareness, engage stakeholders, and offer practical ideas for how individuals and organizations can contribute. Through identifying barriers, developing solutions, and recognizing the interconnectedness of housing with broader health and well-being priorities, the coalition will work to create a localized, coordinated approach that strengthens housing stability and affordability across Henderson County.

Chronic Disease Action Team meets on the first Thursday of the month from 3—4:30 pm at the Henderson County Department of Public Health. Chair: Katrina McGuire

Chronic Diseases are the leading causes of illness, disability, and death nationally and locally.  It also represents a significant portion of healthcare costs and reduces quality of life. This priority stems from the ability to prevent and manage many chronic conditions through public health initiatives and community efforts that promote healthy behaviors and policies, improve access to care, and address social determinants of health like food insecurities, unhealthy diets and lack of physical activity.

Chair Pauline Carpenter; Vice Chair Milton Butterworth; Secretary DeLaina Lewkowicz; Treasurer Elizabeth Williams; Past Chairs Stacy Nash & Lauren Wilkie; Coordinator Juliana Whitaker

Join us for the 2026 Henderson County Behavioral Health Conference as we explore our theme, Connected for Impact, and guide participants through a fun National Parks–inspired journey of learning, connection, and collaboration.

This full-day, community-wide conference focuses on improving mental health, substance use, and behavioral health outcomes in Henderson County. Participants will engage with evidence-based practices, practical skills, and collaborative strategies aligned with the Community Health Improvement Plan.

https://www.hendersoncountync.gov/health/page/henderson-county-behavioral-health-conference

The Henderson County Housing Coalition aims to build a comprehensive understanding of the local housing landscape, ensuring that gaps and opportunities are clearly identified.

Collaboration will be at the heart of this work. The coalition seeks to raise awareness, engage stakeholders, and offer practical ideas for how individuals and organizations can contribute. Through identifying barriers, developing solutions, and recognizing the interconnectedness of housing with broader health and well-being priorities, the coalition will work to create a localized, coordinated approach that strengthens housing stability and affordability across Henderson County.

Chronic Disease Action Team meets on the first Thursday of the month from 3—4:30 pm at the Henderson County Department of Public Health. Chair: Katrina McGuire

Chronic Diseases are the leading causes of illness, disability, and death nationally and locally.  It also represents a significant portion of healthcare costs and reduces quality of life. This priority stems from the ability to prevent and manage many chronic conditions through public health initiatives and community efforts that promote healthy behaviors and policies, improve access to care, and address social determinants of health like food insecurities, unhealthy diets and lack of physical activity.

Chair Pauline Carpenter; Vice Chair Milton Butterworth; Secretary DeLaina Lewkowicz; Treasurer Elizabeth Williams; Past Chairs Stacy Nash & Lauren Wilkie; Coordinator Juliana Whitaker

The Henderson County Housing Coalition aims to build a comprehensive understanding of the local housing landscape, ensuring that gaps and opportunities are clearly identified.

Collaboration will be at the heart of this work. The coalition seeks to raise awareness, engage stakeholders, and offer practical ideas for how individuals and organizations can contribute. Through identifying barriers, developing solutions, and recognizing the interconnectedness of housing with broader health and well-being priorities, the coalition will work to create a localized, coordinated approach that strengthens housing stability and affordability across Henderson County.

Chronic Disease Action Team meets on the first Thursday of the month from 3—4:30 pm at the Henderson County Department of Public Health. Chair: Katrina McGuire

Chronic Diseases are the leading causes of illness, disability, and death nationally and locally.  It also represents a significant portion of healthcare costs and reduces quality of life. This priority stems from the ability to prevent and manage many chronic conditions through public health initiatives and community efforts that promote healthy behaviors and policies, improve access to care, and address social determinants of health like food insecurities, unhealthy diets and lack of physical activity.

If you are aware of people that would like to join our Coalition meetings or receive updates, please invite them to sign-up here:

https://forms.office.com/g/SDfwg5DuGb

Interested in presenting?  Email Melissa Witmeier directly at mwitmeier@hendersoncountync.gov

Chair Pauline Carpenter; Vice Chair Milton Butterworth; Secretary DeLaina Lewkowicz; Treasurer Elizabeth Williams; Past Chairs Stacy Nash & Lauren Wilkie; Coordinator Juliana Whitaker

Contact Melissa Witmeier if you are interested in joining the HCBHC, planning committee, and/or sponsorship for the annual conference.

Chronic Diseases are the leading causes of illness, disability, and death nationally and locally.  It also represents a significant portion of healthcare costs and reduces quality of life. This priority stems from the ability to prevent and manage many chronic conditions through public health initiatives and community efforts that promote healthy behaviors and policies, improve access to care, and address social determinants of health like food insecurities, unhealthy diets and lack of physical activity.

The Henderson County Housing Coalition aims to build a comprehensive understanding of the local housing landscape, ensuring that gaps and opportunities are clearly identified.

Collaboration will be at the heart of this work. The coalition seeks to raise awareness, engage stakeholders, and offer practical ideas for how individuals and organizations can contribute. Through identifying barriers, developing solutions, and recognizing the interconnectedness of housing with broader health and well-being priorities, the coalition will work to create a localized, coordinated approach that strengthens housing stability and affordability across Henderson County.

The Henderson County Housing Coalition aims to build a comprehensive understanding of the local housing landscape, ensuring that gaps and opportunities are clearly identified.

Collaboration will be at the heart of this work. The coalition seeks to raise awareness, engage stakeholders, and offer practical ideas for how individuals and organizations can contribute. Through identifying barriers, developing solutions, and recognizing the interconnectedness of housing with broader health and well-being priorities, the coalition will work to create a localized, coordinated approach that strengthens housing stability and affordability across Henderson County.