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.
Filed under Effective Practice, Health / Alcohol & Drug Use, Adults
The goal of the San Francisco Sobering Center is to reduce the burden of alcohol-dependent people on hospital emergency departments by providing a space for intoxicated individuals to sober and receive health care services.
Filed under Good Idea, Community / Crime & Crime Prevention, Children, Teens, Urban
The mission of The San Francisco Wraparound Project is to prevent violent injury and break the cycle of violence by addressing root causes and risk factors.
Filed under Effective Practice, Community / Transportation, Urban
The goals of the study was to assess the benefits of using multiple and systematic strategies to reduce traffic congestion in three metropolitan areas in the U.S.
Filed under Effective Practice, Community / Public Safety
The goal of this program is to increase the proper use of seat belts and car seats.
Filed under Good Idea, Health / Adolescent Health, Teens, Urban
The goal of this program is to educate high-risk youth in San Bernardino about issues such as gangs, violence, and substance abuse. The program encourages participation by appealing to the low rider bike subculture, which neighborhood teens readily relate to.
Filed under Effective Practice, Health / Immunizations & Infectious Diseases, Teens, Urban
The goal of the progarm is to use online-based modules to promote protected sex and prevent HIV transmission among teens.
Filed under Good Idea, Health / Physical Activity, Children, Teens, Families
The goal of The Zombie Solution is to teach youth to eat healthy and learn coping skills to deal with stress via games.
Filed under Good Idea, Community / Public Safety
The goal of the program was to improve child passenger safety.
Filed under Good Idea, Community / Community & Business Resources, Children, Teens, Adults, Older Adults, Families, Racial/Ethnic Minorities, Rural
The Thoreau Community Center provides resources and special programs focused on health/well-being, education, and recreation in order to inspire hope, joy, and progress within Thoreau and neighboring communities.
Filed under Good Idea, Economy / Government Assistance
The goal of this program is to raise awareness of available government benefits among employees, their families, and their friends.