The Together! Healthy Linn (T!HL) collaborative is pleased to announce the official release of the 2025–2027 Linn County Community Health Improvement Plan (CHIP). The CHIP provides a roadmap to improve the health and well-being of Linn County residents over the next three years. “Together, we can create a stronger, healthier Linn County,” said Pramod Dwivedi, Health Director at Linn County Public Health. “The CHIP is not just a document—it’s a call to action for our entire community.”
Developed through a highly collaborative and data-informed process, this plan reflects the voices of 835 community members and 43 organizations who engaged in identifying the most pressing health needs in Linn County.
The CHIP builds upon the 2024 Community Health Assessment and aligns with state and national frameworks, including the Healthy Iowans State Health Improvement Plan and Healthy People 2030.
2025–2027 Focus Areas
The CHIP identifies three priorities to drive health improvement efforts over the next three years:
• Healthcare Access – Improving insurance coverage, affordability, and navigation for underserved populations.
• Chronic Illness Prevention & Management – Promoting screenings, physical activity, and culturally relevant chronic disease education.
• Supporting Mental Health – Reducing stigma, expanding peer-led interventions, and increasing community-based support.
Additionally, the plan integrates areas of focus that intersect with the main priorities: inclusive health access, housing, transportation, diverse voices, and economic stability.
A dedicated policy workgroup will also support system-level change across these areas through advocacy and policy development.
How to Get Involved
The success of this plan depends on broad community engagement. Residents and organizations are encouraged to:
• Read the full CHIP online: Reports and Publications | Linn County, IA – Official Website.
• Join an action team focused on healthcare access, chronic illness, or mental health
• Share the plan with colleagues, neighbors, and networks
• Connect with us to receive updates or attend a presentation by emailing: [email protected]