[Answered]: The “New Horizons” program is a comprehensive…

The “New Horizons” program is a comprehensive community-based initiative that has been operating for 3 years in Acorn City to combat the opioid epidemic. The program includes medication-assisted treatment clinics, naloxone distribution, community education on opioid risks, and support services for individuals in recovery and their families. The Acorn City health department wants to determine if the program has been effective in reducing opioid-related deaths and hospitalizations, improving the quality of life for individuals in recovery, and changing community attitudes toward opioid use and treatment. Which type of evaluation would be most appropriate for assessing the overall effectiveness of the “New Horizons” program after 3 years of implementation? a.) Formative evaluation b.) Needs assessment c.) Process evaluation d.) Summative evaluation