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Needs and Resource Assessment Tools

State Report

• Pennsylvania Substance Use and Problem Gambling Prevention Needs and Resource Assessment

Template and Manual

• Needs & Resource Report Template
• Needs & Resource Assessment Manual

PART 1

Additional Tools:

• Data Discussion & Analysis Worksheet

Samples:

• Needs & Resource Assessment Report Sample

Resources:

• Data Book Supplement – PAYS Participation Data
• Risk & Protective Factors List

PART 2

Additional Tools:

• Community Conversation Notes Worksheet
• Prevention Program Inventory
• Resources-Readiness Assessment Tool
• Selecting Your Final Priorities-Prioritization Worksheet

Samples:

• Sample Community Sector Survey
• Sample Focus Group & Interview Questions
• Prevention Program Inventory Sample
• Resource-Readiness Assessment Sample
• Selecting Your Final Priorities Sample

Resources:

• DC Community Conversations Workbook
• Focus Group Tip Sheet
• Focus Groups as Data Collection Methods
• Completion Checklist