Community Health at Johns Hopkins Howard County Medical Center

Community health focuses on improving health outcomes of families and communities by encouraging them to practice healthy lifestyles.

At Johns Hopkins Howard County Medical Center, we offer a variety of activities, programs and services, including health education, health screenings, and care support and management, aimed at improving the health of our Howard County community.

Survey requestFeedback Survey on the 2022 Community Health Needs Assessment

Please complete this survey by Jan. 31, 2025 to help Howard County Medical Center gather community feedback on health issues and opinions on the previous 2022 Community Health Needs Assessment. Thank you for your time and feedback in helping us care for our community.

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Featured ProgramChildbirth & Parenting Education

Johns Hopkins Howard County Medical Center offers birth and baby classes that are designed to prepare expectant couples for their labor, delivery and beyond. There are also resources available to help you after your baby is born.

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Community Support Programs

Community Care Team

Ensuring patients have a smooth transition from our hospital to home and learn to manage their illness.
Journey to Better Health

Free services to help community members identify and manage their health conditions.
Support Groups

Johns Hopkins Howard County and community-sponsored groups.
Cancer Resource Center

Offers hope and support to cancer patients, families and caregivers.

Community Impact Report

The purpose of a community health needs assessment (CHNA) is to identify the top health issues facing the community that the hospital serves and develop a collaborative plan to improve the health of its residents. The implementation strategy will help the hospital plan the best way to deliver community benefits that are targeted toward the highest priority health needs of the population.

Learn about the Community Needs Assessment and Implementation Plan Read the 2022 Report (PDF)