
Community
Collaborations
MAPP
MAPP Vision
MAPP
Vision
MAPP's
vision for DeKalb County is:
"Healthy
people living in healthy communities..."
Because:
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Our
community is informed and proactive;
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Diverse
and appropriate economic development assures equal opportunity
for good jobs and sustains a quality of life for all;
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Community
systems address current needs and future growth by providing
high quality services that ensure health and safety;
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Equitable,
accessible, affordable and comprehensive health services provide
primary care for all with a focus on prevention, health maintenance
and education;
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An
environmentally safe and sound county provides green space,
clean air and water, and safe sidewalks, trails and roads;
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Life-long
learning and intergenerational programs foster health choices
throughout life and promote respect for self, others and the
community;
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Residents
of all ages engage in health enhancing behaviors;
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Public
mass communication and media messages positively impact our
community; and
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Progress
in health outcomes erases disparities in health status and establish
positive trends.