Community Health Reports

The Access to Care Assessment was developed in coordination with the Ozarks Health Commission’s 2025 Regional Community Health Needs Assessment. Findings from the Regional Community Health Needs Assessment highlighted two key health priority focus areas: Behavioral Health (including mental health and substance use) and Chronic Health Conditions (including but not limited to heart health and diabetes). For the purposes of this assessment, access to primary and behavioral health care was examined to identify upstream health factors that contribute to mental health and chronic health conditions.

The Ozarks Health Commission (OHC) region includes 33 counties across three states. These counties make up seven different communities, who each develop reports based on their community-level data. Hospital systems, local public health agencies (LPHAs) and other health care partners in the greater Ozarks work together to release comprehensive Community Health Needs Assessments (CHNAs) every three years.  Information about data collection can be found in the OHC Regional Report.  

This report aims to be a valuable resource for health care partners, civic organizations and people who live, work and seek health care in the region. Our Branson community report includes information about Stone and Taney counties collectively.  

The Taney County Health Department (TCHD) and community partners worked together in 2022 to complete the Community Health Assessment (CHA) process. One of the goals of this project was to identify areas where the community’s health needed to improve. Through ranked-choice voting, the community chose three areas for health improvement. They are Obtainable Housing, Substance Use, and Mental Health. These overarching priorities helped guide TCHD and community partners in setting objectives and activities to improve health in these areas. The priorities, objectives, goals, activities, timeframes, and participating community organizations are outlined in this report.

Our Annual Report highlights the key achievements, programs, and initiatives from the past year, showcasing our commitment to improving public health in Taney County. From vital community health services to new outreach efforts, the report provides an in-depth look at our impact and progress. Stay informed about how we’re working to keep our community healthy and safe.

The CHA is completed to identify health priorities and  determine the health status of the county and community at large.  Information gleaned from the assessment is used by the Taney County Health Department to guide strategic planning, inform decision making, and inform community efforts and initiatives.

The Taney County Partnership recognized the need for housing across all price points and types and took proactive action by conducting a comprehensive housing needs assessment. This effort demonstrates a strong commitment to the county’s future. With the assessment in hand, communities are now positioned to set policy and strategic goals that enhance demographic diversity, economic prosperity, and overall quality of life in Taney County.