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Displaying records 41 through 60 (117 total).

Virginia Home Visiting Consortium. [2009]. Virginia home visiting logic model. [Richmond, VA: Virginia Home Visiting Consortium], 1 p.

Annotation: This fact sheet summarizes the model for developing and implementing the home visiting program in Virginia. It outlines resources/programs, system strategies for success, and goals for audiences and services.

Keywords: Families, Health promotion, Home care services, Home visiting, Infants, Models, Parent support services, Pregnant women, State programs, Strategic plans, Virginia, Young children

Robert Wood Johnson Foundation, Leadership for Healthy Communities. 2009. Action strategies toolkit: A guide for local and state leaders working to create health commuities and prevent childhood obesity. [Princeton, NJ]: Leadership for Healthy Communities, Robert Wood Johnson Foundation, 101 pp.

Annotation: This document, structured by the topics of active living and the built environment, and of healthy eating, offers evidence-based policy options to reduce childhood obesity. Subsections recommend targeted strategies based on the environmental setting, identify key stakeholders, outline policy and program options, provide directions on how to start programs, describe resources that can help inform the process, and include examples of how other states and localities have achieved progress.

Keywords: Adolescents, Children, Community programs, Model programs, Obesity, Public policy, State programs, Strategic plans, Youth

Ohio Department of Health, Bureau of Oral Health Services. 2009. Strategic and implementation plans of the Director of Health's Task Force on Oral Health and Access to Dental Care. [Columbus, OH]: Ohio Department of Health, Bureau of Oral Health Services, 31 pp.

Annotation: This report contains recommendations and plans for providing oral health services to individuals in Ohio to ensure good oral health. Topics include community-based and community-wide disease prevention, financial barriers, care delivery system (work force, safety-net programs, and primary care and other health professionals), public awareness, individuals with special health care needs, diversity and cultural competence, and partnership. Two appendices provide a summary of the regional meetings that describes the dominant themes and comments made by attendees, as well as presentations.

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Keywords: Access to health care, Children, Community based services, Culturally competent services, Ohio, Oral health, Oral health care, Special health care services, State initiatives, Strategic plans, Work force

New Jersey Oral Health Coalition, Pediatric Oral Health Committee. 2009. Pediatric oral health action plan for New Jersey's children ages 0-6. [Hamilton, NJ]: Center for Health Care Strategies, 8 pp.

Annotation: This document describes an action plan for improving the oral health of New Jersey’s infants and young children (from birth through age 6) with emphasis on those who are minorities or from families with low incomes. Topics include a review of the status of oral health in infants and young children and a summary of the pediatric oral health forum, held in May 2007, and its goals and recommendations. Action plan contents include addressing challenges and recommendations in (1) access to care, (2) education, (3) preventive services, (4) state leadership and advocacy, and (5) administrative structures to monitor the quality of services.

Keywords: New Jersey, Oral health, State programs, Strategic plans, Young children

O'Neal and Associates. 2009. Alabama 2008-2009 needs assessment survey results. Montgomery, AL: Alabama Department of Children's Affairs, 80 pp.

Annotation: This report presents findings from a needs assessment survey completed by Head Start and migrant and seasonal Head Start workers related to ten areas determined to be a top priority: health care, services for children experiencing homelessness, family/child assistance, child care, family literacy services, children with disabilities and their families, community services, partnerships with local education agencies, Head Start transition and alignment with K-12, and professional development. Individual sections addresses the levels of cooperation, coordination, or collaboration between the Head Start programs and service providers. The report includes an overview of Head Start programs in Alabama; a review of trends and their implications; and final recommendations. The report was used to provide direction for the development of a required strategic plan that will guide the Alabama Head Start State Collaboration Office to support Head Start grantees in meeting requirements of the Head Start Act.

Keywords: Alabama, Early Head Start, Head Start, Needs assessment, Reports, State programs, State surveys, Strategic plans

Davis L, Stone C, Morin J. 2009. Low birth weight outcomes and disparities in Connecticut: A strategic plan for the Family Health Section, Department of Public Health [rev. ed.]. Hartford, CT: Connecticut Department of Public Health, 20 pp.

Annotation: This strategic plan incorporates recommendations for addressing racial and ethnic disparitiies in low birth weight, and is a revision of the state of Connecticut's original strategic plan prepared in May 2008. The revised plan examines risk factors for low birth weight; examines racial and ethnic disparities; and provides recommendations to address disparities in low birth weight. The plan highlights evidence-based interventions and describes planned activities within Connecticut's Family Health Section to address the multiple health determinants and disparities associated with low birth weight in the state.

Keywords: Connecticut, Ethnic factors, Health status disparities, Low birthweight, Racial factors, State initiatives, Strategic plans

Rhode Island Asthma Control Coalition and Rhode Island Department of Health, Asthma Control Program. 2009. Reducing the burden of asthma in Rhode Island: Asthma state plan 2009-2014. Providence, RI: Rhode Island Department of Health, 58 pp.

Annotation: This report provides a detailed plan of action to reduce the burden of asthma in the state of Rhode Island. Included are descriptions of the state's goals and objectives to help improve asthma control among those in Rhode Island with asthma, reduce asthma-related hospitalizations and emergency department visits, and reduce disparities among priority populations (identified using asthma prevalence and hospitalization data). The purpose, mission, and framework of the state plan are explained in detail, and a logic model of the asthma state plan is provided at the end of the report.

Keywords: Asthma, Rhode Island, Risk management, State initiatives, Strategic plans

Ohio Department of Health. 2009. Developing a plan to address infant mortality and disparities in Ohio. [Columbus, OH]: Ohio Department of Health, 2 pp.

Annotation: This report summarizes Ohio's plan to address infant mortality and disparities within the state. It describes the state's plan to develop comprehensive, statewide recommendations with evidence-based interventions to address infant mortality and disparities; describes the state's task force that convened internal and external experts in the fields of preconceptual health, prenatal health, and postnatal health; and summarizes the meetings, communications strategy, and timeline for completing a statewide plan to address infant mortality and disparities. A chart summarizes each of the planned action steps, providing a brief description of each and the planned date for completion.

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Keywords: Health care disparities, Infant mortality, Ohio, State initiatives, Strategic plans

Smart Start Colorado, Office of Professional Development. [2008]. A plan to promote early childhood social and emotional health through professional development. [Upd. ed.]. Denver, CO: Smart Start Colorado, Office of Professional Development, 35 pp.

Annotation: This document presents a statewide strategic plan developed by early childhood stakeholders in Colorado that aims to help young children successfully build social and emotional health, skills and wellness. The document provides information about Smart Start Colorado's Office of Professional Development and discusses the plan development process, the scope of issues and proposed solutions, and goals.

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Keywords: Colorado, Early childhood development, Emotional development, Professional education, Social problems, Social skills, State initiatives, Strategic plans, Young children

[Association of State and Territorial Dental Directors]. [2008]. Oral health in Nebraska: A forum of families and professionals. [Sparks, NV: Association of State and Territorial Dental Directors], 25 pp.

Annotation: This report discusses the activities of stakeholders in developing an action plan to address the oral health care needs of children with special health care needs (CSHCN) in Nebraska. Report contents outline the planning process; the forum held on August 12, 2008; issues specific to CSHCN; and next steps to develop an action plan. [Funded by the Maternal and Child Health Bureau]

Keywords: Children, Children with special health care needs, Conferences, Nebraska, Oral health, State initiatives, Strategic plans

Florida State University Center for Prevention and Early Intervention Policy. 2008. Florida's strategic plan for infant mental health: Establishing a system of mental health services for young children and their families in Florida. (2nd rev. ed.). Tallahassee, FL: Florida State University Center for Prevention and Early Intervention Policy, 36 pp.

Annotation: This publication describes Florida's strategic plan to develop a system of mental health services for infants and young children and their families in Florida, add to the research base by piloting infant mental health projects, increase public awareness, advocate for appropriate state policies and programs, build work force capacity, and explore potential funding sources for training and services. The plan, which includes an executive summary, defines infant mental health, summarizes the research; and outlines accomplishments, changes and challenges. Eight goals of the plan are detailed and a chart highlighting service arrays is included.

Keywords: Families, Financing, Florida, Infant health, Mental health, Public policy, State programs, Strategic plans, Training

North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Public Health, Women's and Children's Health Section. 2008. North Carolina preconception health strategic plan: September 2008-September 2013. [Raleigh, NC]: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services, Women's and Children's Health Section, 35 pp.

Annotation: This report discusses the importance of preconception health and describes North Carolina's strategic plan to help ensure that women in the state receive quality preconception care. The report describes how the 5-year preconception health strategic plan will improve the health of women and babies, address health disparities, increase access to care, and decrease the financial burden to families and taxpayers as a result of preterm births and birth defects (the leading causes of infant mortality in North Carolina). The report explains how the strategic plan was developed and discusses its framework, goals, and strategies. It also describes state initiatives to improve women's health during their childbearing years and discusses the history of preconception health in North Carolina. The appendix provides both quantitative and qualitative data on women of reproductive age who reside in the state.

Keywords: Data, North Carolina , Preconception care, State MCH programs, State initiatives, Strategic plans, Women's health

Bach J. [2007]. Improving genetic health outcomes in Michigan through education, early identification, and enhanced integration of newborn screening information systems: 2002-2006 - Final report. Lansing, MI: Michigan Department of Community Health, 22 pp., plus appendices.

Annotation: This final report describes a project in Michigan from 2002-2006 to improve genetic health outcomes of Michigan residents by implementing portions of the state genetics plan. Objectives described include (1) increasing genetic literacy and improving family and health care provider access to information about resources and services for children with special health care needs; (2) expanding methods of early identification of children with special health care needs; and (3) integrating newborn screening with other maternal child health data and service delivery systems to promote linkage with intervention services including the medical home. Report contents include an overview of the project's original goals and objectives, methodology, accomplishments, evaluation, lessons learned, future plans and next steps, and plans for sustainability. Also included are a list of peer reviewed publications and presentations, products developed during the project, and appendices with samples of publications and presentations. [Funded by the Maternal and Child Health Bureau]

Keywords: Children with special health care needs, Early intervention, Final reports, Genetic counseling, Genetic screening, MCH services, Michigan, Neonatal screening, Program descriptions, Service integration, State programs, Strategic plans

[Manter M]. 2007. Optimum oral health for children with special health care needs: Oral Health Kansas and Partners. [Shawnee, KS]: Oral Health Kansas and Kansas Head Start Association, 12 pp.

Annotation: This report provides a brief history of oral health initiatives in Kansas since 2000 to improve oral health among children with special health care needs (CSHCN). Also included is a list of findings from national and state assessments from two CSHCN planning sessions, a summary of how to achieve optimal oral health for CSHCN written by Oral Health Kansas and Partners Long-Term Plan, the Oral Health Kansas CSHCN action plan for 2007, and the budget. [Funded in part by the Maternal and Child Health Bureau]

Keywords: , Access to health care, Children, Children with special health care needs, Conferences, Families, Kansas, Oral health, State initiatives, Strategic plans

Missouri Coalition for Oral Health. 2007. ASTDD - CSHCN report: Missouri Coalition for Oral Health [final report]. [Columbia, MO]: Missouri Coalition for Oral Health, 10 pp.

Annotation: This report summarizes the oral health forum held on July 21, 2006, in Columbia, Missouri, for children with special health care needs. Report contents include an overview of the planning process, a summary of the forum discussions, an outline of the forum evaluation comments, budget information, and notes on potential barriers to implementing the action plan. The action plan is attached as a chart outlining steps, goals, needs, activities, timelines, outcomes, partners, and implementation notes. Also attached is the forum agenda, a participant list, and discussion group outlines. [Funded in part by the Maternal and Child Health Bureau]

Keywords: Access to health care, Barriers, Children with special health care needs, Conferences, Missouri, Oral health, State initiatives, Strategic plans

IFLOSS Coalition. 2007. Oral health care in Illinois: Comprehensive care for children and families [Action plan for CSHCN]: The Illinois Oral Health Plan II. [Springfield, IL]: IFLOSS Coalition, 21 pp.

Annotation: This document presents a revised plan for improved oral health for children with special health care needs in Illinois based on the results of a statewide steering committee meeting and town hall meetings held in the summer of 2006. The document outlines five oral health policy goals; lists priorities, recommendations, and strategies for achieving the goals; and briefly describes outcomes from the first oral health plan. A companion document, Illinois CSHCN Oral Health Final Report, is available. [Funded in part by the Maternal and Child Health Bureau]

Keywords: Access to health care, Barriers, Children with special health care needs, Conferences, Illinois, Oral health, State initiatives, Strategic plans

Maryland Department of Health and Mental Hygiene, Dental Action Committee. 2007. Access to dental services for Medicaid children in Maryland: Report of the Dental Action Committee. Baltimore, MD: Maryland Department of Health and Mental Hygiene, Dental Action Committee, 134 pp.

Annotation: This report presents recommendations developed by the Maryland Dental Action Committee to help guide the Maryland Department of Health and Mental Hygiene in increasing access to oral health services for children enrolled in Medicaid. Contents include an executive summary, a purpose statement, topic area summaries, an evaluation and oversight section, and a conclusion. Topics include Medicaid rates and alternate models; public health strategies; education and outreach for parents and other caregivers; and provider participation, capacity, and scope of practice. Committee recommendations, subcommittee reports, Medicaid data, and background materials are included as appendices.

Keywords: Access to health care, Advisory committees, Children, Maryland, Medicaid, Oral health, State programs, Statewide planning, Strategic plans

Cecil J. 2007. Kentucky oral health collaborative systems grant: Final report. Frankfort, KY: Kentucky Department for Public Health, Oral Health Program, 17 pp.

Annotation: This final report summarizes Kentucky's efforts to improve the oral health of the state's population with funding from the State Oral Health Collaborative Systems grant program for the period September 1, 2004, to August 31, 2007. The report is divided into the following sections: introduction, purpose, goals, progress toward goals, Kentucky oral health program staff changes, presentations, impact, partnerships, considerations for improvement, non-federal funding support, and materials and publications. Selected topics include developing and implementing a 5-year oral health strategic plan and a child oral health surveillance system and developing a supply and demand dental work force study for Kentucky. The Kentucky Strategic Plan is included as an appendix. [Funded by the Maternal and Child Health Bureau]

Keywords: Children, Final reports, Kentucky, Oral health, Population surveillance, Program descriptions, Public private partnerships, Statewide planning, Strategic plans, Systems development, Work force

Washington State Board of Health. 2007. 2007 five-year strategic plan: Final. Olympia, WA: Washington Sate Board of Health, 17 pp.

Annotation: This strategic plan provides information about the Washington State Board of Health's mission and goals for the 5 years beginning on November 2007. Goals include strengthening the public health system, increasing access to preventive services, reducing health disparities, encouraging healthy behaviors, and promoting healthy and safe environments.

Keywords: State agencies, Access to health care, Health promotion, Preventive health services, Public health, Safety, Strategic plans, Washington

Adams CJ. 2007. Children with special health care needs (CSHCN) oral health forum. [Anchorage, AK]: Children with Special Health Care Needs Division, Alaska Department of Health and Social Services, 38 pp.

Annotation: This report describes a forum held on February 23, 2007, in Anchorage, Alaska, to discuss the oral health service needs of children with special health care needs (CSHCN). Contents include a summary of the sessions; the priority areas and actions plans relating to financial issues; access to dental services; and education of parents, caregivers and providers. In addition, notes are also included from the discussion session to brainstorm on preventive services, surveillance, provision of dental services, dental workforce and training issues, and potential solutions. [Funded by the Maternal and Child Health Bureau]

Keywords: Alaska, Children, Children with special health care needs, Meetings, Oral health, State initiatives, Strategic plans

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