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Washington State Department of Health. 2018. Washington state telehealth capacity assessment: Family/caregiver perspectives on telehealth in Washington. [Tumwater, WA]: Washington State Department of Health, 2 pp.

Annotation: This report from the Washington State Department of Health provides insights into how telehealth can improve access to services for children with autism spectrum disorder and other developmental disabilities, particularly in underserved and rural areas. Funded by the AS3D (Autism Spectrum Disorders and Other Developmental Disabilities) federal grant, the goal of this initiative is to increase early diagnosis and service entry for these populations by leveraging telehealth. To better understand how families access and use telehealth, a survey was conducted in 2017, focusing on caregiver access to technology, interest in telehealth, and the barriers they face. The survey analyzed responses from 118 caregivers, with 94.4% being mothers and 42% on Medicaid insurance. Survey respondents discuss barriers and benefits of telehealth care, their child’s engagement with telehealth compared to in-person visits, insurance coverage, and their desire for more information on various topics. Overall, this assessment underscores the potential of telehealth to bridge gaps in service access for children with special health care needs, while highlighting the importance of addressing caregiver concerns about technology, security, and insurance coverage to ensure broader telehealth adoption.

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

Keywords: Telehealth, Washington, Autism, State CHSCN programs, Surveys, Family support services, Children', s health

Washington State Department of Health. 2018. Creating connections: Addressing the needs of children with autism and other developmental disabilities using telehealth. [Tumwater, WA]: Washington State Department of Health, 6 pp.

Annotation: This 2017 report from Washington State's AS3D (Autism Spectrum Disorders and Other Developmental Disabilities) Initiative examines the potential for expanding telehealth services for children with autism spectrum disorders and other developmental disabilities. The assessment, which included provider capacity surveys, key informant interviews, and family/caregiver feedback, the reveals significant barriers to telehealth implementation. Despite these challenges, both providers and caregivers expressed interest in telehealth and the document highlights the benefits that can be achieved by the successful implementation of a telehealth program.

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

Keywords: Telehealth, Washington, Autism, State CHSCN programs, Surveys, Family support services, Children', s health
   

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