When considering a public health approach to mental health, many groups and communities need to make a shift to using population approach. This has implications for services and supports, workforce development, as well as policy and funding implications. Forming a picture of the population being served, including dimensions of positive health, as well as conditions in the social and physical environment that impact is important. The Map Room of the Community Commons has a useful tool that allows users to create maps and reports that identify assets and potential disparities in your region related to community health and well-being.
