Community Assessment

CMCA conducts a triennial Community Needs Assessment to guide our work and to ensure we are providing services that align with the needs of our community. 

CMCA analyzes both qualitative and quantitative data related to income, employment, education, housing, health and nutrition, and selected social characteristics in each of the counties we serve.

We partner with local organizations to develop and distribute a survey in Audrain, Callaway, Cole, Cooper, Howard, Moniteau & Osage Counties. Results of the survey are shared alongside reliable, publicly available data through data walks held in each county in our service area.  During the data walks, participants review data relating to health, education, employment, income, housing, and selected social characteristics.  CMCA facilitated discussions about the data, leading to the identification and prioritization of needs within each county.  Electronic versions of the data walk posters can be found below.