Document Type
Thesis
Date of Degree Completion
Fall 2015
Degree Name
Master of Science (MS)
Department
Nutrition
Committee Chair
Rebecca Pearson
Second Committee Member
David L. Gee
Third Committee Member
Nicole Stendell-Hollis
Fourth Committee Member
Dana Ogan
Abstract
Trends in qualitative community nutrition research demonstrate a powerful, emerging perspective in the midst of a field historically dominated by quantitative methods of inquiry. For this qualitative study, ten key respondents were purposively selected and interviewed using the Community Readiness Model (CRM) to capture community knowledge of food insecurity issues and strategies. Data were analyzed using anchored rating scales, revealing readiness at a stage three, characterized by a vague awareness of local food insecurity. The purpose of this study is to report on the strengths and challenges of the CRM experienced when utilizing the model to address food insecurity. The data gathered will add to the literature on how this model can function to support community nutrition interventions.
Recommended Citation
Houser, Whitney E., "Community Readiness Assessment: Applications for Community Nutrition Research" (2015). All Master's Theses. 272.
https://digitalcommons.cwu.edu/etd/272
Language
English
Included in
Community Health and Preventive Medicine Commons, Human and Clinical Nutrition Commons, International and Community Nutrition Commons