Improving social connections for caravan park communities on the Mornington Peninsula

Abstract

The aim of this project was to provide assertive outreach to the residents of two caravan parks on the Mornington Peninsula; to identify issues impacting on their health and work with them to address these. A developmental health promotion approach was taken to connect with proprietors and residents, to enable Peninsula Community Health Service (PCHS) staff to work in partnership with them in their own environment. Multiple strategies were identified and utilised by the communities to assist in improving their health. This paper describes this process, which benefited both caravan park residents and PCHS staff.