N4465 Population and Community Nursing
COMMUNITY ASSESSMENT, ANALYSIS, and NURSING INTERVENTION
Modules 1-3 (Weeks 1 – 3) Assignment Template
Clinical Experience: Windshield Survey and Key Informant Interviews
Student Name: _______________________________Dates: _________________
Name of Community or Zip Code: _____________________
Module One (Week One): Part One Windshield Survey and Key
Elements Descriptors
Physical Environment Make sure you address fully what you observed and NOTE if something was not found within your community area.
● Boundaries What defines the boundaries? Roads, water, railroads. Is the area known for a particular name? What area is this community located in?
The New Braunfels community is situated in the Texas state’s center region, between San Antonio and Austin. I am particularly interested in a region on the east part of a major highway that cuts the area in half. It is bordered by the Guadalupe River and two distinct farm-to-market highways.
● Housing and Zoning What is the age of the houses? Describe type of construction material, appearance, and general condition. Do you see single family housing? Multi-family housing?
This is a new area in New Braunfels that comprises high-end houses and apartments. Some houses are single family housing that have recently been constructed or are in the process of being constructed. Houses in bad condition that have been there for over 30 years are found nearer to the highway.
N4465 Population and Community Nursing
● Common Meeting Places Where do people in the neighborhood hang out? Who hangs out there and what hours of the day?
At 6 pm, individuals with children and pets are seen roaming around their area. One of the residential buildings has a lovely swimming pool where residents meet to grill and play music. Residents can also be spotted grilling with their friends and family by the river.
● Indicators of Growth or Decline Is this a “thriving” community or does it look “run down?” Is there new or ongoing construction? Businesses and Industries coming to the area? Are buildings, roadways, and public areas clean and well-kept? Do you see dirt, trash, or graffiti?
This is unquestionably a thriving, developing neighborhood. The only portion that seems to be run-down and filthy is the mobile home area, which is sadly located close to the highway. I believe the community will eventually do away with them since they are valuable property and can generate revenue for the community. There is a shopping complex that has installed a minimum of thirty stores, including retail and restaurants. The region is maintained very tidy, and there is also a man-made river flowing through it.
● Employment Opportunities What places for employment are there is this area? Name the businesses and industries in this area.
A shopping center with 35 distinct buildings was constructed, including eateries, health centers, retail stores, and a standalone emergency room. In this neighborhood, there is also a local hospital that was established five years ago and is a key source of employment.
● Transportation How to people get from one place to another? Is public transportation available? How timely is it? Personal autos? Bikes? Walking?
Personal vehicles are used to go about. Buses and cabs are not present. There are not many people strolling about, and it’s mostly limited to apartments and houses.
People Make sure you address fully what you observed and NOTE if something was not found within your community area.
● Race and Ethnicity What is the majority racial group represented? What is the majority ethnic group represented? Describe the distribution of gender, approximate ages, single families, multiple families, generational families?
This neighborhood is mostly made up of Hispanic and Caucasian households with individuals ranging in age from babies to the aged. I mostly see women and their children in public places, such as shopping centers and walking around their community.
● Cultural Characteristics What cultural similarities or differences do you observe? Languages spoken? Clothing? Ethnic eating places? Culturally based celebrations? Signs in languages other than English?
The majority of the people in this community speaks English. Only a few speak Spanish. It is a largely Americanized region with minimal ethnic diversity. There is one Spanish eatery otherwise, it’s mostly chain eateries as found in suburbs.
●Lifestyle Healthy Behaviors What healthy lifestyle behaviors do you observe? Do you see people exercising, wearing helmets when biking, seat belt usage, using trash cans for garbage disposal, healthy eating practices?
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