State of Rhode Island
Department of Health
To build understanding of what affects public health in Southside Providence, Constitution Hill (Woonsocket), and Central Falls
Self-reported health behaviors and general health of adult residents age 18 and older in Southside Providence, Constitution Hill, and Central Falls compared to adults in core cities and statewide; characteristics of neighborhood street segments
2008-2011 for community data; 2008-2010 for core city and statewide data
Prior to 2012, six core cities were identified as Rhode Island communities in which more than 15% of the children live below the poverty threshold according to the 2000 Census. They included: Central Falls, Newport, Pawtucket, Providence, West Warwick and Woonsocket.
Source Community demographic data from the Neighborhood Health Check Survey Source Community data from the Neighborhood Health Check Survey.. State and core city data from combined 2008-2010 Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance Survey. Source Community data from the Neighborhood Health Check Survey Script. State and core city data from combined 2008-2010 Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance Surveys. Source Active Neighborhood Checklist Public recreational facilities include parks, off-road walking/biking trails, sports/playing fields, basketball/tennis/volleyball courts, playgrounds, and outdoor pools. Designated play areas include green spaces, schoolyards, and parks.Self-Reported Health Status
Self-Reported Adult Health Behaviors
Characteristics of Street Segments
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