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The Center for Studying Health System Change

Tue, 02 Mar 2010 10:00:00

Organization

The Center for Studying Health System Change (HSC) is an organization that provides research and analysis for policy makers on the topic of the U.S. health care system. The HSC also designs and conducts studies focused on health care that inform the decisions and thinking of policy makers in both government and private industries.

The HSC is currently undertaking one of these very studies, funded by the Commonwealth Fund, to examine the experiences of primary care practices using "care coordination agreements," sometimes called "service agreements," with other care providers (e.g., other medical practices, hospitals, urgent care centers).

Researchers are looking for cases of agreements that have been put into place already, or will be within the first half of 2010. Although they need not be formal contracts, they would prefer cases where the agreement or its major components have been written down in some form.

Submit Your Material to Transition Digest

Tue, 02 Mar 2010 10:00:00

Current News

John Reiss, Editor of Transition Digest, a newsletter published by the Health Care Transition Initiative at the University of Florida, has issued a request for material. Any transition-related items are welcome for inclusion in the Digest. Community strategies to support transition are also important. These strategies can include topics such as pediatricians and adult providers receiving training to support transition, and youth representatives being included on local councils or coalitions. Material may be e-mailed to jgr@ichp.ufl.edu.

Pediatrics Reports on Screening and Referral Project

Tue, 02 Mar 2010 10:00:00

Community Resource

An article entitled Implementing Developmental Screening and Referrals: Lessons Learned From a National Project in the February 2010 issue of AAP’s Pediatrics highlights the results of a 9-month Developmental Surveillance and Screening Policy Implementation Pilot (D-PIP). The D-PIP was in response to a July 2006 revised policy statement by the AAP on developmental surveillance and screening for children from birth to age 3. According to the article, “nearly all participating practices had successfully implemented the AAP’s recommendations.”

Webinar Discusses Healthcare Translation Providers

Tue, 02 Mar 2010 10:00:00

Current News

Diversity RX is sponsoring a webinar, Best Practices for Working with Health Care Translation Providers. Experts will share best practices for producing multilingual materials that accurately convey information. There will also be a Q&A session afterwards. The webinar will be held Thursday, March 11, 2009 at 1:00 p.m. EST.

Documentary on Struggles of Some African-American Populations

Tue, 02 Mar 2010 10:00:00

Current News

MEE Productions, Inc. has published a documentary called Moving Beyond Survival Mode. The production focuses on the stresses and challenges African American families living in poor and at-risk communities face daily, along with the huge and growing need for stronger mental wellness support systems. The documentary will be released to the public in mid-March.

Check Out the New AMCHP Pulse

Tue, 02 Mar 2010 10:00:00

Community Resource

AMCHP has released the February edition of its topic-specific e-magazine called the AMCHP Pulse. The Pulse is shared with AMCHP members, partners, and others interested in maternal and child health. The February issue contains many great resources, including a “Who’s New” page featuring new Title V directors.

Call for Proposals: The Southwest Conference on Disability

Tue, 02 Mar 2010 10:00:00

Current News

The Southwest Conference on Disability has issued a call for proposals for the October 6-8, 2010 conference. The main conference theme will be The ADA at Forty: Looking Ahead to 2030. Deadline for proposals is May 18, 2010.

Call for Abstracts: AAP 2010 National Conference

Tue, 02 Mar 2010 10:00:00

Current News

The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) has issued a call for abstracts for its 2010 National Conference and Exhibition. The conference will be held October 1, 2010. The AAP has expressed interest in case presentations that address how practicing pediatricians have used health information technology to improve healthcare quality in their practices. Submissions by AAP members and non-members are welcome. Submission deadline is April 16, 2010.

World of Children Health Award

Tue, 02 Mar 2010 10:00:00

Funding Opportunity

World of Children, Inc. sponsors the World of Children Awards Program, which supports leaders throughout the country who create programs that make a difference in the lives of children. The 2010 Health Award offers a maximum grant of $50,000 and recognizes an individual who has made a significant contribution in the fields of health, medicine, or science. Deadline for nominations is May 1, 2010.

Autism Society of America

Tue, 02 Mar 2010 10:00:00

Funding Opportunity

Among the various awards and scholarships the Autism Society of America (ASA) offers is the CVS/All Kids Can Scholars Program. This program provides a $1,000 scholarship to a qualified individual with autism to be applied toward the completion of an accredited, postsecondary educational or vocational program of study. All applications must be postmarked by March 31, 2010.

Wind River Reservation, WY

Tue, 02 Mar 2010 10:00:00

Star Community

The following story is highlighted as part of Champions’ "Star Community" Recognition Program, which identifies communities that are good models of community-based service systems.

Functioning as an Integrated Community

The community within the Wind River Reservation in Wyoming has its own unique set of challenges and strengths. Like many typical communities, the success of providing services to children with special health care needs (CSHCN) depends on a large network of supporting organizations and programs including, but not limited to, the Early Intervention Program (EIP), Head Start, Early Head Start, and Indian Health Services. These programs operate within the communities to ensure families of CSHCN are receiving the services they need.

The reservation itself also makes up a unique community. Governed jointly by two Native American tribes, the Eastern....

Submit to the MCHB Chartbook!

Tue, 02 Mar 2010 10:00:00

Champions Update

As part of its 75th Anniversary, The Maternal and Child Health Bureau (MCHB) is producing a document that highlights the progress made over the past 10 years in moving toward the 6 MCHB goals. The document aims to describe concrete, positive changes that have occurred over the past 10 years for children, youth, and families. A variety of material is welcome, from photos and drawings to poems. ChampionsInC especially encourages you to think about how services have been better organized in your community so families can use them easily.

A few guidelines to remember:

Multiple submissions can be made from any person, community, or state.

Keep submissions to 500 words or less.

Deadline for submissions is March 15, 2010.

The audience is all of our partners, families, youth, policy makers, legislators, and the general public.

ANYONE is eligible to submit: parent, professional, community service organization, youth, m....

Webinar: Improving Care in Small Practice Sites

Tue, 16 Feb 2010 10:00:00

Current News

The Center for Health Care Strategies (CHCS) will be holding a webinar entitled Improving Chronic Care in Small, “High-Opportunity Primary Care Practices on February 24, 2010 from 1:00-2:30 EST. State project directors will discuss how participants can discover opportunities to improve chronic care at the small practice site with three or fewer providers.

Guide to Improving Children's Oral Health

Tue, 16 Feb 2010 10:00:00

Current News

The Center for Health Care Strategies (CHCS) has developed A Guide to Improving Children's Oral Health Care to help Head Start staff in New Jersey establish dental homes and improve oral health for low-income children ages 0-3. This product of the New Jersey Smiles initiative offers is an excellent guide for State Medicaid agencies, community organizations, and Head Start sites in other states to improve oral health care for young, low-income children.

Internship Offers Experience for Students with Disabilities

Tue, 16 Feb 2010 10:00:00

Current News

A hospital in Indiana is offering an internship program to high school seniors with disabilities that helps them gain valuable work experience and independent living skills. –Students work for one year doing tasks such as filing and laundry at the hospital and receive a portfolio at the end with explanations of the work they accomplished as well as written recommendations from staff. Read more in the Evansville Courier & Press.

Report Addresses Access to Transportation

Tue, 16 Feb 2010 10:00:00

Current News

A report released by an Independent Panel of Fellows of the National Academy of Public Administration summarizes and analyzes emerging themes and key recommendations for increasing access to transportation for people with disabilities, older adults, and those with limited income. This report is a direct result of the 2009 United We Ride National Dialogue.

County Health Rankings Released Tomorrow

Tue, 16 Feb 2010 10:00:00

Current News

On February 17, 2010 at 9:30 am EST, the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation and the University of Wisconsin Population Health Institute will release their first County Health Rankings. the Rankings show how counties measure up within each state in terms of how healthy people are, how long they live, and how important factors affect their health, such as tobacco use, obesity, access to healthcare, education, community safety, and air quality. The rankings will be broadcast live via webcast at the above-mentioned date and time.

Knowledge to Practice Grant

Tue, 16 Feb 2010 10:00:00

Funding Opportunity

The Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) is sponsoring a Knowledge to Practice grant, which focus on increasing the leadership of MCH professionals by facilitating the timely transfer of new information, research findings and technology related to MCH, and updating and improving the knowledge and skills of health professionals in programs serving mothers and children. Deadline for application is March 22, 2010.

Newsletter: 18 November Edition

Tue, 18 Nov 2008 10:00:00

Newsletter

Champ Update: The Results are In
Take Note of this Organization: The David and Lucille Packard Foundation
Community Resources:
Paper Compares Experiences of Pre- and Post-SSI Youth
Sustaining Grassroots Community-Based Programs
Workbook Helps Communities Address Social Determinants of Health
Fact Sheet Addresses Screening Issues
Fact Sheet Examines Pediatric Support for Transition
Current News: Webinar Explores Improvement of Children's Healthy Development
Funding Opportunities:
Award Recognizes Accessible Communities
Funding for Family-Run Centers
MCH DRC Offers Funding for Use of National Survey Data
Medical Assistance Granted to Individual Families

Newsletter: 4 November Edition

Tue, 04 Nov 2008 10:00:00

Newsletter

Champ Update: A New "System of Services" Tool
Take Note of this Organization: “CATCH” this Medical Home Effort
Community Resources:
Article Reviews Evidence Supporting Medical Homes
Improve Children's Health Care through Federal Policy
Guide Sheds Light on Medical Home Model
Current News:
Webinar Discusses Pediatric Mental Health Care
Class Benefits Both Mentors and Students
Program Supports Students’ Transition to Adult Life
Funding Opportunities:
Nominate Someone Who Has Advocated for Youth with Disabilities
Funding Provided for Support of Technical Assistance