Rural health delivery system project in Haiti : evaluation of previous rural health projects in Haiti

Interviews with health program staff members and others knowledgeable about these programs, as well as written reports and articles, were employed to gain information regarding project goals, methodology, and achievements. Particular attention is given to ecological, social, and cultural factors affecting project implementation. Reviews pilot health programs, which use paraprofessionals to administer primary health care in rural areas and educate rural residents in preventive health care. Compares two such programs regarding (1) selection of health agent candidates, (2) theoretical and practical components of training program, (3) general implementation scheme and makes recommendations for efficient and effective health delivery system based on previous program experience. Also assesses organization and performance of the Community Health Program of Albert Schweitzer Hospital (Deschapelles) and the Integrated Program for Public Health and Population at Petit Goave, and lists recommendations based on their specific functions. Appendices include interview schedules used and proposed for use in field survey of the pilot programs and other data-gathering forms.