Through intensive technical assistance from the ECDHS: Evidence to Impact Center, three teams – known as Implementation Sites – are connecting families to developmental services through local early childhood systems change, collaboration, and family-centered approaches. The following impact fact sheets highlight accomplishments in Colorado, Maui County, and Washington. Success in Action: Creating Lasting Impact on…
Across Maui County, community partners are working together to strengthen early childhood systems and help families get the support they need to thrive. This video highlights a community collaborative at the heart of the team’s work, a new developmental screening kiosk, and the importance of family leadership. Our name is Kākou for Keiki. That means…
The Transforming Pediatrics for Early Childhood (TPEC) program enhances how pediatric practice settings deliver development care – helping families access services that support healthy growht, school readiness, and long-term well-being. How TPEC Resource Hubs Transform Care TPEC Resource Hubs partner with local pediatric practices to embed innovative, sustainable solutions that expand access to developmental care…
Early childhood development (ECD) lays the foundation of lifelong health, learning, well-being, and success. The earliest years of life are a critical window for supporting healthy brain development, strong relationships, and positive health outcomes. Community health centers play an essential role in helping children and families thrive. By providing comprehensive, family-centered care, health centers support…
Part 1 focuses on early childhood development promotion and prevention, providing 12 actionable change ideas for health centers and pediatric practices. Click on the links below to get started. Access all parts of the Change Package for Community Health Centers: Integrating the Early Childhood Development Continuum of Care here. Promotion and Prevention Change Ideas Each…
In November 2023, the ECDHS: Evidence to Impact Center disseminated a needs assessment survey with 151 community health centers funded by the Health Resources and Services Administration to enhance early childhood developmental (ECD) screenings, follow-up services, and integrated ECD care team expertise. In support of this ECD grant, we provide technical assistance to help the…
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