[An urban health workgroup in northern Marseille: the experiment of a health and living environment network]

Abstract

The réseau santé cadre de vie (health and living environment network) was created in 2007 by the Atelier Santé Ville (Urban Health Workgroup) with the support of the CUCS in a run-down residential area of Marseille. Its aim is to improve the health of residents living in the private jointly-owned property of Kallisté by acting on factors determining lifestyle practices and the living environment. With the help of associations and institutions involved in the local network, a range of activities targeting local residents have been developed to promote access to healthcare and prevention and improve the living environment. The success of the project can be largely attributed to the involvement of the local social centre and institutional support. The development and continuity of cooperation (particularly between housing professionals and healthcare professionals) remain significant challenges in the effort to ensure the coherence and efficiency of the project.