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Annotation: The project provided training experiences to enable health professionals in schools to work together and with school colleagues to provide developmentally appropriate, comprehensive health care. This enhanced the healthy development and academic success of school children. Additionally, the project providef training ot enable school health professionals to serve as effective preceptors for future student professionals. Twenty Maryland schools with school-based health programs established interdisciplinary teams consisting of health and education professionals. Each school-based team identified a health need in its school and designed, implemented, and evaluated a team project. Process evaluation was implemented following key activities. Outcome evaluation focused on outcomes related to specific project objectives. [Funded by the Maternal and Child Health Bureau]

Contact: National Technical Information Service, O.S. Department of Commerce, 5301 Shawnee Road, Alexandria, VA 22312, Telephone: (703) 605-6050 Secondary Telephone: (888) 584-8332 E-mail: [email protected] Web Site: http://www.ntis.gov Document Number: NTIS PB97-121974.

Keywords: Adolescents, Interdisciplinary Approach, Professional Education in Adolescent Health, School Health Programs, State Staff Development

Annotation: The purpose of the project "Continuing Education in Maternal and Child Health to Increase Leadership Skills" was to respond to the expressed need of directors of State Title V programs through a national program of continuing education to improve administrative and leadership skills for state Title V staff members working in key program positions. The project offered a State Title V Program that was basic to the needs of program staff members in all Title V state programs and an Advanced MCH Institute which had a more specific focus for MCH program staff. The purpose was to offer continuing education that taught and reinforced the history and philosophy of Maternal and Child Health, emphasized interdisciplinary functioning in programs and trained participants in skills needed for improved administration of programs and leadership in the field of Maternal and Child Health. Three to five Institutes (usually two of each level) were held annually, each serving 35 or more trainees and provided materials that could be used to reinforce skills learned through the institute curriculum. [Funded by the Maternal and Child Health Bureau]

Contact: National Technical Information Service, O.S. Department of Commerce, 5301 Shawnee Road, Alexandria, VA 22312, Telephone: (703) 605-6050 Secondary Telephone: (888) 584-8332 E-mail: [email protected] Web Site: http://www.ntis.gov Document Number: NTIS PB96181508.

Keywords: Continuing Education, Interdisciplinary Teams, Leadership Training, State Staff Development

Annotation: In September 2022, AMCHP's Evidence and Implementation team reviewed the components of process evaluation and introduces the stages of practice implementation. In this video presentation, the team also demonstrates the uses of a PDSA (Plan Do Study Act) cycle in developing an implementation plan.

Contact: Association of Maternal and Child Health Programs, 1825 K Street, N.W., Suite 250, Washington, DC 20006-1202, Telephone: (202) 775-0436 Fax: (202) 478-5120 E-mail: [email protected] Web Site: http://www.amchp.org

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Keywords: Epidemiology, Staff development, Process evaluation, Program evaluation

Annotation: This June 2022 recording features AMCHP's Evidence and Implementation team demonstrating how organizations can leverage evaluation data to drive quality improvement initiatives, with particular emphasis on identifying underlying root causes of issues. The presentation introduces and provides practical demonstrations of two complementary root cause analysis methodologies—the Fishbone Diagram and the 5 Whys technique—showing not only how each works independently but also how they can be effectively used in tandem for comprehensive analysis. Viewers will gain enhanced understanding of the evaluation-improvement connection, appreciate the critical importance of root cause identification in solving organizational challenges, and learn the practical application of these analytical tools through clear explanations and comparative demonstrations.

Contact: Association of Maternal and Child Health Programs, 1825 K Street, N.W., Suite 250, Washington, DC 20006-1202, Telephone: (202) 775-0436 Fax: (202) 478-5120 E-mail: [email protected] Web Site: http://www.amchp.org

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Keywords: Staff development, MCH programs, Data analysis, Program evaluation, Quality assessment

Annotation: This presentation on building equity-centered evaluations from May 2022, was delivered by the AMCHP Equity, Epidemiology, & Evaluation Team. It introduces the Equitable Evaluation Framework, which aims to shift evaluation processes away from colonialism and White Supremacy toward participant ownership and equity. The presentation critiques traditional evaluation "orthodoxies" that center foundations and evaluators rather than communities, and provides practical examples through telehealth case studies. Key principles discussed include advancing equity through evaluation, ensuring multi-cultural validity and participant ownership, and examining how strategies affect different populations and systemic drivers of inequity. The material emphasizes the importance of building trust before implementation, selecting evaluators based on lived experience and cultural competence rather than just traditional credentials, and expanding definitions of credible evidence beyond just quantitative data and experimental research. Throughout, it advocates for including affected communities in evaluation development and interpretation, using culturally relevant practices, and examining fine-grained differences in how interventions impact different groups.

Contact: Association of Maternal and Child Health Programs, 1825 K Street, N.W., Suite 250, Washington, DC 20006-1202, Telephone: (202) 775-0436 Fax: (202) 478-5120 E-mail: [email protected] Web Site: http://www.amchp.org

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Keywords: Telemedicine, Epidemiology, Race, Program evaluation, Staff development

Annotation: This videorecording documents a multi-state roundtable discussion on telehealth applications for individuals with hearing impairments, drawing participation from 31 states and territories. The presenters—McVicar (Utah), Stone (Massachusetts), Kirschner (Montana), Culpepper (Georgia), and Messersmith (South Dakota)—share diverse perspectives on teleaudiology implementation within Early Hearing Detection and Intervention (EHDI) programs, including universal newborn screening initiatives. Their presentations highlight both successes and persistent challenges: while telehealth expands access to specialized audiological services, barriers remain including geographic isolation, transportation costs, equipment accessibility, parental hesitation to engage with public health systems, and technical limitations for certain procedures like cochlear implant testing. The interactive format allowed participants to pose questions directly to presenters, and concluded with the sharing of a comprehensive resource website to support ongoing telehealth advancement for hearing-impaired populations across diverse regional contexts.

Contact: Association of Maternal and Child Health Programs, 1825 K Street, N.W., Suite 250, Washington, DC 20006-1202, Telephone: (202) 775-0436 Fax: (202) 478-5120 E-mail: [email protected] Web Site: http://www.amchp.org

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Keywords: Telemedicine, Deafness, Developmental screening, Children with special health care needs, Youth with special health care needs, Utah, Massachusetts, Montana, Family support services, Georgia, South Dakota, Staff development

Annotation: This April 21, 2022 recording features subject matter experts from ACOG and the Louisiana and Florida Departments of Health presenting on the Alliance for Innovation on Maternal Health's (AIM) patient safety bundle designed specifically for perinatal individuals with substance use disorders. The webinar comprehensively outlines the critical implementation roles of public health agencies, perinatal quality collaboratives, and community organizations while introducing the bundle's framework and integration with maternal mental health initiatives. Through practical case studies from Florida and Louisiana, presenters share valuable implementation processes, best practices, and lessons learned for effectively deploying the safety bundle within hospital systems. The session particularly emphasizes strategies for establishing meaningful partnerships with community-rooted organizations to enhance implementation success, offering attendees concrete guidance on adapting these evidence-based approaches to address substance use disorders among perinatal populations in their respective states.

Contact: Association of Maternal and Child Health Programs, 1825 K Street, N.W., Suite 250, Washington, DC 20006-1202, Telephone: (202) 775-0436 Fax: (202) 478-5120 E-mail: [email protected] Web Site: http://www.amchp.org

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Keywords: Mental health, MCH programs, Louisiana, Florida, Public health, Perinatal health, Perinatal addiction, Substance abuse, Staff development, Pregnant women, Postpartum women,

Annotation: In March 2022, AMCHP's Evidence and Implementation team held this training session, delivering a comprehensive presentation on evaluation methodologies specifically tailored for program assessment. The session explores various evaluation plan types while emphasizing strategies to integrate equity principles throughout the evaluation process. Presenters review essential evaluation tools including logic models and aim statements, with particular attention to developing effective evaluation questions through a structured approach. The content also introduces measurement tables as practical instruments for planning and visualizing evaluation activities. The presentation balances theoretical frameworks with practical application, culminating in an interactive evaluation activity that allows participants to apply the concepts discussed. This resource serves as a reference for public health professionals seeking to implement equitable, evidence-based evaluation approaches within their programs.

Contact: Association of Maternal and Child Health Programs, 1825 K Street, N.W., Suite 250, Washington, DC 20006-1202, Telephone: (202) 775-0436 Fax: (202) 478-5120 E-mail: [email protected] Web Site: http://www.amchp.org

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Keywords: Program evaluation, Race, Assessment tools, Epidemiology, Staff development

Annotation: On March 2nd, 2022, AMCHP hosted a panel discussion featuring experts from Georgetown University's Center for Children and Families (CCF) addressing critical challenges surrounding the anticipated expiration of COVID-19 Medicaid continuous eligibility provisions. This recording of the session explores the implications of this policy change for maternal and child health populations and outlines strategic opportunities for state advocates to preserve the significant Medicaid coverage gains achieved during the pandemic. Panelists engage in timely analysis regarding the potential duration of the public health emergency declaration, its relationship to continuous eligibility requirements, and corresponding impacts on beneficiary coverage. The discussion provides valuable context and practical advocacy approaches for stakeholders working to maintain healthcare access for vulnerable populations during the transition away from pandemic-era coverage protections, offering insights particularly relevant to maternal and child health professionals seeking to mitigate coverage disruptions.

Contact: Association of Maternal and Child Health Programs, 1825 K Street, N.W., Suite 250, Washington, DC 20006-1202, Telephone: (202) 775-0436 Fax: (202) 478-5120 E-mail: [email protected] Web Site: http://www.amchp.org

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Keywords: Covid 19, Medicaid, MCH programs, Title V programs, Staff development

Annotation: AMCHP outlines its guidance on utilizing American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding for Maternal and Child Health initiatives in this report from 2022. It showcases innovative state-level programs funded through COVID-19 relief, particularly focusing on telehealth services, and includes examples from multiple states such as Alaska's Virtual Home Visiting Summit and Massachusetts' Community Telehealth Kiosk. The document also provides comprehensive resources from various organizations about ARPA implementation, including funding breakdowns, policy guidance, and strategic planning tools for maximizing the impact of federal relief funds on children and families.

Contact: Association of Maternal and Child Health Programs, 1825 K Street, N.W., Suite 250, Washington, DC 20006-1202, Telephone: (202) 775-0436 Fax: (202) 478-5120 E-mail: [email protected] Web Site: http://www.amchp.org

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Keywords: MCH programs, Staff development, Government financing, Covid-19, Telemedicine,

Annotation: This recording features the Association of Maternal and Child Health Programs' Evidence and Implementation Team discussing the critical role of clearly defined practices in successful evaluation and implementation planning. The presentation outlines fundamental tools for practice description, specifically focusing on aim statements and logic models, and demonstrates how these elements inform evaluation questions. it follows a structured agenda that begins with a topic introduction, provides detailed overviews of aim statements and logic models, includes a practical case study with breakout discussions, and concludes by exploring how these planning tools can be effectively translated into evaluation questions. Length: 48 miniutes, 53 seconds.

Contact: Association of Maternal and Child Health Programs, 1825 K Street, N.W., Suite 250, Washington, DC 20006-1202, Telephone: (202) 775-0436 Fax: (202) 478-5120 E-mail: [email protected] Web Site: http://www.amchp.org

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Keywords: Perinatal health, Staff development, MCH programs, Program evaluation, Goals, Epidemiology

Annotation: In this video presentation, AMCHP's Evidence and Implementation team discusses practical approaches for incorporating partners, families, and individuals with lived experience into program development and evaluation processes, with careful consideration of organizational resources and capabilities. Featured speaker Becky Burns, who serves as the Statewide Coordinator for Wisconsin Children and Youth with Special Health Care Needs, shares insights on implementing these engagement strategies effectively while working within the constraints of available organizational capacity.

Contact: Association of Maternal and Child Health Programs, 1825 K Street, N.W., Suite 250, Washington, DC 20006-1202, Telephone: (202) 775-0436 Fax: (202) 478-5120 E-mail: [email protected] Web Site: http://www.amchp.org

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Keywords: Children with special health care needs, Youth with special health care needs, Epidemiology, Program evaluation, Staff development, Family support services

Annotation: This presentation features Joy Burkhard and Kay Matthews, founders of 2020 Mom and Shades of Blue respectively, who outline strategies for strengthening the maternal behavioral health workforce through effective recruitment, funding, training, and retention approaches. Working with multidisciplinary teams from Nevada, Missouri, and Indiana, they aim to showcase best practices, explore diverse funding sources, and highlight innovative programs addressing maternal behavioral health needs. The speakers emphasize the critical nature of this work, noting that maternal mental health remains severely underserved with one-third of Americans living in mental health professional shortage areas, while primary care and obstetrical/gynecological services face similar resource gaps.

Contact: Association of Maternal and Child Health Programs, 1825 K Street, N.W., Suite 250, Washington, DC 20006-1202, Telephone: (202) 775-0436 Fax: (202) 478-5120 E-mail: [email protected] Web Site: http://www.amchp.org

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Keywords: Staff development, Work force, Behavioral medicine, Recruitment, Retention, Nevada, Missouri, Indiana, Texas

Annotation: In April 2021, Haley Moss, Esq., gave a Coffee Talk focusing on autism employment and transition. The presentation covers key topics including autism statistics (1 in 54 children, 2.2% of adult population), the business benefits of neurodiversity (citing SAP's $40 million cost-saving solution and 28% higher revenues for inclusive companies), employment challenges (including hiring biases and communication barriers), disclosure strategies (timing options and resources), interview preparation (accommodations and challenges), and self-advocacy in the workplace. The content emphasizes creating inclusive workplace cultures, practical accommodation strategies (noting most cost less than $500), and the importance of neurodiversity in leadership positions, with a strong focus on strengths-based approaches and the need for systemic change from top-down to create truly inclusive work environments.

Contact: Association of Maternal and Child Health Programs, 1825 K Street, N.W., Suite 250, Washington, DC 20006-1202, Telephone: (202) 775-0436 Fax: (202) 478-5120 E-mail: [email protected] Web Site: http://www.amchp.org

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Keywords: Autism, Work force, Staff development

Annotation: This poster presents findings from an evaluation of the Iowa Family Leadership Training Institute (IFLTI), a program that provides training to parents and primary caregivers of children and youth with special health care needs to develop leadership and advocacy skills. The poster describes the program's objectives, methodology, and results from interviews with 15 IFLTI graduates and pre/post-assessments. Key findings demonstrate that participants gained improved individual leadership skills (100% reported at least one leadership opportunity after completion), increased community impact (including better identification of community needs), enhanced system-level advocacy (73% reported increased involvement with legislators), and stronger partner collaboration.

Contact: Association of Maternal and Child Health Programs, 1825 K Street, N.W., Suite 250, Washington, DC 20006-1202, Telephone: (202) 775-0436 Fax: (202) 478-5120 E-mail: [email protected] Web Site: http://www.amchp.org

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Keywords: Children with special health care needs, Iowa, Title V programs, Staff development, Collaboration

Annotation: These guidelines were developed by a Curriculum Workgroup in June 2016, reviewed by FPSS Advisory in July 2016, and field-tested by FPSS practitioners and their supervisors in March 2017, with the program being administered through the University of Iowa Healthcare's Iowa Peer Support Training Program. This report outlines the comprehensive scope of practice for Family Peer Support Specialists (FPSS) in Iowa, organized into five main categories. It outlines comprehensive professional guidelines starting with core ethical responsibilities and professionalism, followed by family engagement strategies, teaching and support methods, advocacy and resource navigation, and additional optional training opportunities. Notable elements include maintaining confidentiality, utilizing personal lived experience, practicing trauma-informed care, providing documentation, supporting families through various systems, and offering practical assistance.

Contact: Association of Maternal and Child Health Programs, 1825 K Street, N.W., Suite 250, Washington, DC 20006-1202, Telephone: (202) 775-0436 Fax: (202) 478-5120 E-mail: [email protected] Web Site: http://www.amchp.org

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Keywords: Iowa, Children with special health care needs, Family support services, Staff development

Annotation: From the 2020 AMCHP/SPARC Peer to Peer Exchange, this presentation outlines the comprehensive training program for Family Peer Support Specialists (FPSS) in Iowa, detailing four key components: a 25-hour in-person skills training covering essential topics like cultural responsiveness, boundaries, and advocacy; specific training tools including active listening skills and the "assertion sandwich" technique for communication; supervisor training focusing on workforce management and best practices; and continuing education opportunities in areas such as ethics, mental health, and trauma. The slides also describe the development of a credentialing process through the Iowa Board of Certification, noting that Iowa is among the few states offering FPSS credentials, with the program's role including training verification and exam administration. This structured approach ensures that FPSS professionals receive comprehensive preparation for supporting families while maintaining professional standards and continuing professional development.

Contact: Association of Maternal and Child Health Programs, 1825 K Street, N.W., Suite 250, Washington, DC 20006-1202, Telephone: (202) 775-0436 Fax: (202) 478-5120 E-mail: [email protected] Web Site: http://www.amchp.org

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Keywords: Iowa, Children with special health care needs, Family support services, Staff development

Annotation: This presentation details the certification program for Family Navigators in Iowa, including its online curriculum covering 13 domains (from System of Care to Trauma-Informed Care), assessment methodology using a four-level proficiency scale (Aware to Proficient), and pilot project results showing significant growth in participant proficiency. The slides outline the program's formal certification and examination requirements, along with the reasons why certification (or recertification) should be sought. Positive outcomes of the program are also discussed, noting increased professional confidence and knowledge base among participants, while highlighting the Division's support through covering certification costs. This presentation was given at the 2020 AMCHP/SPARC Peer to Peer Exchange.

Contact: Association of Maternal and Child Health Programs, 1825 K Street, N.W., Suite 250, Washington, DC 20006-1202, Telephone: (202) 775-0436 Fax: (202) 478-5120 E-mail: [email protected] Web Site: http://www.amchp.org

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Keywords: Iowa, Children with special health care needs, Family support services, Staff development

Annotation: This video recording aims to explore comprehensive telehealth applications in maternal and child healthcare, particularly focusing on four key telehealth modalities and their potential to enhance care delivery. The content examines how various states have implemented telehealth solutions for both provider training and improving behavioral health services for maternal and child populations. Through comparative analysis of traditional care versus telehealth approaches and discussion of adoption factors, the presentation demonstrates practical strategies for state and territorial health agencies to effectively leverage telehealth technology in improving behavioral health outcomes for mothers and children.

Contact: Association of Maternal and Child Health Programs, 1825 K Street, N.W., Suite 250, Washington, DC 20006-1202, Telephone: (202) 775-0436 Fax: (202) 478-5120 E-mail: [email protected] Web Site: http://www.amchp.org

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Keywords: Telemedicine, Substance abuse, Maternal health, Infant health, Mental health, Staff development, Case studies, Substance abusing mothers, Montana, Connecticut, New Hampshire, South Carolina,

Annotation: This PowerPoint presentation discusses health equity considerations in autism spectrum disorder and developmental disabilities (ASD/DD) services, emphasizing the importance of understanding both how and why disparities affect different groups based on race, ethnicity, socioeconomic status, and geographic location. It presents two key takeaways: first, that prevalence data must be viewed through an equity lens using frameworks like the Equitable Evaluation Framework, and second, that solutions often already exist within communities and require input from compensated local context experts and impacted leaders. The presentation illustrates these points through Wisconsin's community-centered approach and emphasizes the value of community expertise in identifying and scaling up existing assets. The slides include embedded videos and links to additional resources.

Contact: Association of Maternal and Child Health Programs, 1825 K Street, N.W., Suite 250, Washington, DC 20006-1202, Telephone: (202) 775-0436 Fax: (202) 478-5120 E-mail: [email protected] Web Site: http://www.amchp.org

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Keywords: Title V programs, Autism, State CHSCN programs, Staff development, Health care system, Process evaluation, Data collection, Wisconsin