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Annotation: This final report describes the school readiness project that took place between March 2009 and February 2014 to integrate the Reach Out and Read program into Washington's state and local school readiness efforts so that vulnerable children are better prepared to learn when they enter kindergarten. The report describes the need for the program, the goals and objectives, methodology, evaluation, results, outcomes, future plans, and sustainability of the project. It also discusses the collaboration that took place and the partnerships formed. [Funded by the Maternal and Child Health Bureau.]

Contact: Maternal and Child Health Library at Georgetown University, E-mail: [email protected] Web Site: https://www.mchlibrary.org Available from the website.

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Keywords: Early childhood development, Medical home, Reading, School readiness, State programs, Washington

Annotation: This webinar series focuses on efforts to integrate museums and libraries into statewide early childhood systems. Contents include presentations (in .pdf) and recordings on the following topics: tools and methodologies for leveraging strategic connections to local library systems, state government, and early learning organizations and standards; how museums and libraries can be learning resource centers for young children and their families and caregivers; the scope, roles, and functions of state early learning and development systems; and ways to strengthen and work with museums and libraries in intentionally supporting the growth and development of young children and their families and caregivers. State-specific examples from Washington are included.

Contact: Build Initiative, 89 South Street, Suite 700, Boston, MA 02111, Telephone: (617) 523-6565 E-mail: [email protected] Web Site: http://www.buildinitiative.org Available from the website.

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Keywords: Communities, Early childhood development, Early childhood education, Families, Integrated information systems, Learning disabilities, Libraries, Public health, Public private partnerships, Service delivery systems, State programs, Statewide planning, Washington, Young children

Annotation: This fact sheet outlines state and safety net provider policies and practices that support early entry into prenatal care using the patient-centered medical home (PCMH) as a conceptual framework. It is one in a series of fact sheets that showcase state policies and programs in four states -- California, Illinois, Massachusetts, and Washington -- that support improvement in early entry into prenatal care.

Contact: National Academy for State Health Policy, 10 Free Street, Second Floor, Portland, ME 04101, Telephone: (207) 874-6524 Secondary Telephone: (202) 903-0101 Fax: (207) 874-6527 E-mail: [email protected] Web Site: http://www.nashp.org Available from the website.

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Keywords: California, Community health centers, Early intervention, Illinois, Massachusetts, Medical home, Perinatal services, Pregnant women, Prenatal care, Program improvement, Public policy, State programs, Washington

Annotation: This toolkit describes strategies used to restore the Medicaid adult dental program in Washington. Topics include adapting advocacy materials to suit local needs, working with state policymakers, initiating a media campaign, and using social media tools.

Contact: Medicaid | Medicare | CHIP Services Dental Association, 4411 Connecticut Avenue, N.W., #104, Washington, DC 20008, Telephone: (202) 855-3993 Fax: (202) 248-2315 E-mail: [email protected] Web Site: http://www.medicaiddental.org Available from the website.

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Keywords: Adults, Advocacy, Coalitions, Communication, Information networks, Media campaigns, Medicaid, Oral health, Policy development, Public private partnerships, State programs, Washington

Annotation: This report describes a 2008-2013 project to identify and improve the social and emotional development of vulnerable children in Cowlitz County in Washington State, from pre-birth to age six, so that they were better prepared to learn when they entered school. Contents of the report include a description of the purpose of the project, goals and objectives, methodology, evaluation, results and outcomes, publications and products developed during the project, dissemination and utilization of results, and future plans and sustainability. The appendices include charts, articles, the logic model, and presentations. [Funded by the Maternal and Child Health Bureau]

Contact: Maternal and Child Health Library at Georgetown University, E-mail: [email protected] Web Site: https://www.mchlibrary.org Available from the website.

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Keywords: Final reports, Infants, Mental health, Psychosocial development, School readiness, Vulnerability, Washington, Young children

Annotation: This document provides guidance to hospitals, health care providers and affiliated professionals about maternal drug screening, laboratory testing, and reporting of drug-exposed newborns delivered in Washington State. Contents include indicators for testing, hospital policy, newborn and maternal risk indicators, consent issues for testing, newborn drug testing, management of a newborn with positive drug toxicology, and reporting to Children's Administration. Appendices include references and resources, guidelines for obtaining consent, a sample letter, neonatal abstinence syndrome scoring system, and information on Washington's Children's Administration prenatal substance abuse policy.

Contact: Washington State Department of Health, P.O. Box 47890, Olympia, WA 98504-7890, Telephone: (800) 525-0127 Secondary Telephone: (360) 236-4030 Web Site: http://www.doh.wa.gov Available from the website.

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Keywords: Drug use during pregnancy, Guidelines, Hospital services, Infant health, Neonatal abstinence syndrome, Neonatal screening, Newborn infants, State initiatives, State social service agencies, Substance abusing pregnant women, Substance use screening, Washington

Annotation: This final report describes a 2007–2011 oral health program in Washington to bring partners together to collaborate in a systemic way to address oral health disparities in children with special health care needs. Topics covered include partnerships; assessment activities; fact sheet and curriculum development, training, presentations, and dissemination; evaluation and sustainability of grant activities; and grant activities analysis. [Funded by the Maternal and Child Health Bureau]

Contact: National Maternal and Child Oral Health Resource Center, Georgetown University, Washington, DC 20057, E-mail: [email protected] Web Site: https://www.mchoralhealth.org Available from the website.

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Keywords: Children with special health care needs, Collaboration, Final reports, Oral health, State initiatives, Washington, Young children

Annotation: This slide presentation about infant mortality among preterm infants by race and ethnicity provides statistics about infant mortality in the United States and in Washington state in graphical form. Methods, results, and a discussion are also presented. [Funded by the Maternal and Child Health Bureau]

Contact: University of Washington, School of Public Health, Box 357230, Seattle, WA 98195-3813, Telephone: (206) 543-1144 Fax: (206) 543-3813 E-mail: [email protected] Web Site: http://sph.washington.edu/index.asp Available from the website.

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Keywords: Ethnic factors, Infant mortality, Prematurity, Racial factors, Research, State surveys, Statistical data, Washington

Annotation: This series of reports describe federal funding for chronic disease prevention programs in six states (Alaska, Colorado, Idaho, New Hampshire, South Carolina, and Washington) and the potential impact on the individuals served by these programs if federal funds are reduced or eliminated. The report addresses programs and impacts in the following areas: breast, cervical, and colon cancer; diabetes; domestic violence and sexual assault; heart disease and stroke; oral health; and tobacco.

Contact: Coalition of National Health Education Organizations, Normal, IL 61790-5220, Telephone: (309) 438-2324 Fax: (309) 438-2450 E-mail: [email protected] Web Site: http://www.cnheo.org Available from the website.

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Keywords: Accountability, Alaska, Block grants, Chronic illnesses and disabilities, Colorado, Idaho, New Hampshire, Program budgeting, Public health services, South Carolina, State programs, Washington

Annotation: This fact sheet for health care providers in Washington state offers tips and advice for screening for violence among pregnant patients. It provides information on confidentiality, referral resources, as well as organizations for providers to gather more information and screening guidelines.

Contact: Washington State Department of Health, P.O. Box 47890, Olympia, WA 98504-7890, Telephone: (800) 525-0127 Secondary Telephone: (360) 236-4030 Web Site: http://www.doh.wa.gov Available from the website.

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Keywords: Interpersonal violence, Physician patient relations, Pregnant women, Prenatal screening, Resources for professionals, Washington

Annotation: This resource provides information on the Access to Baby and Child Dentistry program in Washington and discusses its focus on preventive and restorative oral health services for infants and children from birth to age 6 who are eligible for Medicaid, with emphasis on enrollment by age 1. The resource describes the purpose of the program and how it works; discusses partners and roles, services, and outcomes; and provides frequently asked questions.

Contact: Washington Dental Service Foundation, P.O. Box 75983, Seattle, WA 98175-0983, Telephone: (206) 528-2373 Fax: E-mail: [email protected] Web Site: http://www.kidsoralhealth.org Available from the website.

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Keywords: Access to health care, Child health, Dental care, Health services delivery, Infant health, Low income groups, Medicaid, Model programs, Oral health, Washington, Young children

Annotation: These resources are designed to help dental, medical, labor, and business organizations; advocacy groups; and others raise awareness about the prevalence of oral disease and its consequences and advocate for increased access to oral health care. Topics include prevention and early intervention for infants, oral health care for pregnant women, ensuring oral health is a part of healthy aging, expanding the oral health work force, health care reform and oral health, oral health and early learning, and providing care to people with low incomes. Resources include policy briefs; oral health facts; and tools for contacting legislators, finding low cost care, and sharing stories.

Contact: Washington Dental Service Foundation, P.O. Box 75983, Seattle, WA 98175-0983, Telephone: (206) 528-2373 Fax: E-mail: [email protected] Web Site: http://www.kidsoralhealth.org Available from the website.

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Keywords: Access to health care, Advocacy, Consumer education materials, Dental care, Financing, Health care reform, Infants, Learning, Older adults, Oral health, Policy development, Pregnant women, Preventive health services, Public awareness campaigns, Resources for professionals, State legislation, State programs, Washington, Work force, Young children

Annotation: This report presents findings from a statewide oral health screening survey of children enrolled in Head Start and related programs for young children from families with low incomes, as well as for students in kindergarten and third grade in public schools in Washington. Contents include facts about childhood tooth decay; survey methodology; and key findings on disparities, untreated decay and treatment needs, dental sealants, and Healthy People 2010 oral health objectives. State oral health plan strategies are included. A fact sheet summarizing the report is also available.

Contact: Washington State Department of Health, P.O. Box 47890, Olympia, WA 98504-7890, Telephone: (800) 525-0127 Secondary Telephone: (360) 236-4030 Web Site: http://www.doh.wa.gov Available from the website.

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Keywords: Access to health care, Barriers, Dental caries, Dental sealants, Head Start, Health status, Healthy People 2010, Oral health, Population surveillance, School age children, Screening, State surveys, Statistical data, Trends, Washington, Young children

Annotation: This report describes the association between parental deployment and student achievement scores among children in North Carolina and Washington between 2002 and 2008. It also presents findings from interviews conducted with teachers, counselors, and administrators from elementary, middle, and high school regarding how deployment of active duty, reserve, and national guard soldiers has affected children's academic and related behavioral and health outcomes. The report offers recommendations on how to better support these children.

Contact: Rand Corporation, 1776 Main Street, Santa Monica, CA 90407-3208, Telephone: (310) 393-0411 Fax: 310-393-4818 E-mail: [email protected] Web Site: http://www.rand.org Available from the website. Document Number: ISBN 978-0-8330-5181-3.

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Keywords: Family support, Academic achievement, Child behavior, Child health, Children, Military, North Carolina, Parents, State surveys, Washington

Annotation: This needs assessment presents an overview of home visiting and early childhood systems of care in the state of Washington. It includes a detailed description of the state's geography and populations (including race, ethnicity, languages spoken); an overview of the needs assessment data-collection process; and a report on the state's home visiting coverage and substance abuse treatment capacity. The report also addresses the health care gaps identified during the needs assessment. Tables compare data findings by county, program type, and other variables.

Contact: Washington State Department of Health, P.O. Box 47890, Olympia, WA 98504-7890, Telephone: (800) 525-0127 Secondary Telephone: (360) 236-4030 Web Site: http://www.doh.wa.gov Available from the website.

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Keywords: Health care reform, Home visiting, Needs assessment, Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act, State surveys, Washington

Annotation: The tool serves as a quick reference guide for families just receiving a new diagnosis of autism for their child. It provides a template to help parents know who to contact and how to start getting help for their child. Topics include health insurance and medical care, early intervention, education, specialized services, child care, family support, parent education, therapies, and medications. Many national resources are included as well as resources for Washington state. The tool is available in Cambodian, English, Korean, and Spanish. [Funded by the Maternal and Child Health Bureau]

Contact: PAVE, 6316 South 12th Street, Tacoma, WA 98465, Telephone: (253) 565-2266 Secondary Telephone: ( 800) 572-7368 Fax: (253) 566-8052 E-mail: [email protected] Web Site: http://www.washingtonpave.com Available from the website. Document Number: DOH Pub. no. 970-138.

Keywords: Asian English language materials, Autism, Children with special health care needs, Community based services, Community coordination, Parenting, Spanish language materials, State programs, Washington

Annotation: This book is a resource for those involved in the monitoring or delivery of nutrition care for children with special health care needs. It is intended to serve as a framework for developing and providing nutrition screening, assessment, and intervention as routine components of comprehensive health care for children with disabilities and chronic illnesses. The book is divided into three sections: (1) determination of nutrition status, (2) problem-based nutrition interventions, and (3) condition-specific nutrition interventions. The book includes numerous appendices, including sample screening forms, growth charts for children with a variety of different special health care needs, and other tools. New chapters included in the third edition include breastfeeding, physical acitivity, and autism spectrum disorders.

Contact: Washington State Department of Health, P.O. Box 47890, Olympia, WA 98504-7890, Telephone: (800) 525-0127 Secondary Telephone: (360) 236-4030 Web Site: http://www.doh.wa.gov Available from the website. Document Number: DOH Pub. No. 961-158.

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Keywords: Breastfeeding, Children with special health care needs, Chronic illnesses and disabilities, Dietary assessment, Forms, Growth charts, Intervention, Nutrition, Physical activity, Resources for professionals, Screening, Washington

Annotation: This brief summarizes the progress made by two Washington-state communities in developing home-based early learning (HBEL) services. Based on data collected by Mathematica during site visits in 2008 and 2009, the brief summaries the need for HBEL and the implementation of services during the first year in White Center (outside of Seattle) and East Yakima (in central Washington). It explains how the communities selected programs to implement and how they prepared for service delivery. It then describes the implementation of two established home visiting models (Nurse Family Partnership and Parents as Teachers) and the piloting of a newly developed model(Partnering with Families for Early Learning). The brief concludes by highlighting key lessons learned and next steps for ongoing development of the HBEL service delivery system.

Contact: Mathematica , P.O. Box 2393, Princeton, NJ 08543-2393, Telephone: (609) 799-3535 Fax: (609) 799-0005 E-mail: [email protected] Web Site: http://www.mathematica-mpr.com Available from the website.

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Keywords: Community programs, Early childhood education, Home visiting, Model programs, Parent child relations, Parent education, Parent participation, Parent support services, Service delivery systems, Washington

Annotation: This needs assessment was conducted by the Washington State Department of Health as outlined in the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act and its guidance and includes information about home visiting and substance abuse treatment capacity in the state. The assessment provides an overview of the state's demographics and identifies 32 geographic areas and five racial/ethnic groups as communities at risk based on scores derived using a total of fifteen indicators. These include preterm birth, low birth weight, infant mortality, unemployment, poverty, crime, domestic violence, high school drop out, child maltreatment, substance use, 10th grade illicit drug use, 10th grade binge drinking, late or no prenatal care, teen births, and 3rd grade reading level. The methods used to create and summarize the risk scores are described in detail. Information on the state's home visiting programs and lists of substance abuse treatment providers and their services (organized by county) are included in the appendices.

Contact: Washington State Department of Health, P.O. Box 47890, Olympia, WA 98504-7890, Telephone: (800) 525-0127 Secondary Telephone: (360) 236-4030 Web Site: http://www.doh.wa.gov Available from the website.

Keywords: Home visiting, Needs assessment, Reports, State MCH programs, Substance abuse treatment, Washington

Annotation: This issue brief discusses the Washington state Access to Baby and Child Dentistry (ABCD) program, which addresses the causes of oral disease among Medicaid eligible children under age 6. Topics include how the ABCD program works, clearing Medicaid barriers for dentists, preparing dentists to care for young children, connecting families with oral health professionals, and balancing consistent quality and local flexibility.

Contact: Pew State and Consumer Initiatives, 901 E Street, N.W., Washington, DC 20004-2008, Telephone: (202) 552-2000 Fax: (202) 552-2299 E-mail: [email protected] Web Site: http://www.pewstates.org Available from the website.

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Keywords: Access to health care, Low income groups, Medicaid, Oral health, State programs, Washington, Young children