What are the characteristics of a healthy community?  What is meant by the concept of community as client?

Healthy communities are those that provide a supportive and safe environment to their members. They also have access to the resources they need to flourish. Healthy communities have many characteristics, including but not limited: affordable housing, well-maintained infrastructure and public spaces, access to education, training, and employment programs, social support, vibrant civic engagement, etc. These characteristics can be used to ensure that all members of the community have the elements they need for success.

The concept of “community as client” refers to the idea that when it comes to providing healthcare or other services – the community itself should be seen as a single entity in need of assistance. It means that all the factors which contribute to a certain area, such as demographics and cultural influences are taken into consideration so any intervention can be tailored in a way that has maximum impact for those living there. By treating “the community” as an individual client (rather than just individuals within it) it allows those responsible for providing services more insight into how best serve them based on their unique needs.

Overall, having a healthy community requires taking into account all factors which contribute towards its well being while also approaching service provision from an holistic perspective – ultimately allowing interventions or initiatives be tailored specifically towards its needs in order achieve optimal results.