Promising Practices
The Promising Practices database informs professionals and community members about documented approaches to improving community health and quality of life.
The ultimate goal is to support the systematic adoption, implementation, and evaluation of successful programs, practices, and policy changes. The database provides carefully reviewed, documented, and ranked practices that range from good ideas to evidence-based practices.
Learn more about the ranking methodology.
Note: This practice has been Archived.
Filed under Effective Practice, Community / Crime & Crime Prevention, Teens, Urban
The goal of this program is to reduce Philadelphia's homicide rate and put violent youthful offenders on the path toward a productive majority.
Note: This practice has been Archived.
Filed under Good Idea, Economy / Poverty
The goal is to provide welfare recipients with life skills courses to aid them in their path towards self-sufficiency. Life skills are topics that are often not covered in academic or technical training courses but can be just as important for ensuring a successful and stable lifestyle.
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Filed under Good Idea, Economy / Housing & Homes, Older Adults, Urban
The goal of Planning for Elders in the Central City is to improve the quality of life of seniors, adults wtih disabilties and care providers in San Francisco and beyond through community organizations, advocacy and education activities.
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Filed under Effective Practice, Health / Children's Health, Children, Teens
To increase social competence and decrease substance abuse among sixth and seventh grade students.
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Filed under Effective Practice, Health / Immunizations & Infectious Diseases, Racial/Ethnic Minorities
The goal of the POSSE program is to increase STD awareness, prevention skills, and testing among racial and ethnic minorities.
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Filed under Good Idea, Health / Adolescent Health, Teens
Project A.S.K. seeks to raise youth self-efficacy, improve knowledge of health issues, highlight math and science concepts tested in school, build leadership qualities, and improve the sense of community.
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Filed under Effective Practice, Health / Older Adults, Women, Older Adults
The goal of Project Healthy Bones is to educate older individuals about osteoporosis and improve strength, balance, and flexibility through strength training exercises.
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Filed under Effective Practice, Health / Alcohol & Drug Use, Children
The goal of this program is to prevent alcohol, tobacco and drug use.
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Filed under Effective Practice, Community / Crime & Crime Prevention
The goal or this program is to help those who have been incarcerated find employment.
Note: This practice has been Archived.
Filed under Good Idea, Health / Children's Health, Children
To increase prosocial behavior among elementary school aged children.