Behavioral health conditions among children and adolescents today occur at an alarming rate, affecting their overall growth and development, and leading to higher mortality rates in adulthood. To change this trajectory, children’s healthcare must shift from treatment of chronic conditions to prevention and early identification of mental and physical illnesses. Integrating Behavioral Health and Primary […]
Capacity building
Behavioral Health Providers Engaging Cultural Networks in Wellness Partnerships
NNEDLearn 2013 Participant: Vaughn Associates Description: Faith Wellness Partnerships work in partnership with primarily African American and Latino churches and mosques located in the community. Mental Health professionals collaborate with clergy on health and wellness behavior change initiatives. The wellness programs have been successful in accomplishing: Depression and stress reduction workshops for congregations Health fairs […]
The Connecticut Commission on Health Equity: Developing, Implementing & Monitoring State Agencies’ Health Disparities Plans
NNEDLearn 2013 Participant: Black Women’s Health Council Description: The Connecticut Commission on Health Equity (CHE) engages in community awareness and outreach. The commission has the authority to institute actions that contribute to the elimination of health disparities among minorities, women and other populations. The commission targets state agencies that provide and/ or contract for services […]
Youth-Guided, Family-Driven, Strength-Based, Individualized, Collaborative and Culturally Proficient Care for At-Risk Children
NNEDLearn 2013 Participant: Lookout Mountain Care Management Entity Description: The program is a youth-guided, family-driven, strength-based, individualized, collaborative and culturally proficient approach known as wraparound, coordinated across agencies and providers. Intensive home and community-based services, and peer support provide an alternative to costly out-of-home placements. Children and families have access to timely and appropriate interventions […]
Native Youth Design Business Training Program and Venture Utah Summer Camp for Native American Youth
NNEDLearn 2013 Participant: Utah Navajo Health System Inc. (UNHS) Description: Venture Utah Summer Camp (VUSC) is a two week camp for youth ages 13-18 that is held close to or in San Juan County. Campers participate in activities and skill building programs that boost self-confidence and encourage leadership. The University of Utah School of Nursing is a partner […]
Wellness for Asian Pacific American Project
NNEDLearn 2013 Participant: Asian Counseling and Referral Services (ACRS) Description: WAPA (Wellness for Asian Pacific American Project) is a person-centered, collaborative, culturally competent, community-based care system of primary health services, wellness education and activities for underserved, at-risk, limited English proficient (LEP) Asian Pacific American immigrants and refugees with a serious mental illness. The programs goals include: […]