Social determinants of health or SDOH models help treatment providers understand where their clients are beginning from, and professionals can use them as tools to gauge progress. There are five categories inside most standard SDOH model.
Finances
Part of assessing an individual’s social health is determining their financial stability. It is crucial that they are able to bring in enough cash or assistance to pay for adequate housing, food, and healthcare.
Education
Studies show that the more education a person receives, the better off they become. In order to learn more, people need to be able to get to learning centers or schools and have the tools necessary to do the work.
Healthcare
Preventative care is one way to stay healthy. To get that treatment, people need medical coverage and doctors, which means they either need transportation to a healthcare facility or live close to services. In the event the individual needs advanced care, it is helpful if they have access to support groups.
Environment
Living in a healthy environment means having a place to safely walk or play, clean air, and low crime. Community leaders help achieve these things through the planning and building department, and the leaders often work hand in hand with first responders to keep neighborhoods safe.
Social
A social or support network is the last piece to a Value Based Care Model. Individuals who have positive and regular interactions with their peers, family, or community tend to be healthier and happier. For more information on this work and tools available. For more information follow us on Facebook.
