Identify a vulnerable subpopulation within your aggregate setting and assess their needs as well as their strengths and weaknesses. 1. Characteristics of Subpopulation

Secondary Data Collection: Needs Assessment and Data Collection Project Requirements Use the checklist below, number 1-4, to write this section of the paper. This Phase logically justifies why you should do your particular intervention and why you should intervene with a specific method. Please use APA format Identify a vulnerable subpopulation within your aggregate setting and assess their needs as well as their strengths and weaknesses. 1. Characteristics of Subpopulation a. demographic: age, gender, race/ethnicity, educational background, income / poverty level, occupational status b.environmental: location / proximity to hazards as well as resources; psychological, sociocultural and built environments 2. Health Status of Subpopulation a. rates of mortality, morbidity and healthcare utilization b.overall physical health and individual behaviors (diet, smoking, substance abuse) 3. Suprasystem Influences on Subpopulation a. existing services / resources available to improve the health of this subpopulation. 4 Strengths and weaknesses. The project is based in Boston, MA. The subpopulation I will use is African American Women or African American population with substance abuse. Please address each area according to the direction.