WHAT IT IS:This program provides case
management of pregnant women and children up to age 5.
STATEMENT OF PURPOSE:The purpose of this program is to
promote and maintain health; detect health problems; and offer resources,
referrals and education to pregnant women and children.
WHO MAY RECEIVE THIS SERVICE:Any pregnant woman
who receives Medicaid requesting
services or any child up to age 5 with a potential or diagnosed health
condition.
HOW THIS PROGRAM IS CARRIED OUT:Any pregnant
woman who receives Medicaid or the
parent/guardian of a child may request services. Medical providers or
other agencies within the community may also refer clients to this
program. Contacts are usually made in the clinic or in the home on a
regular basis.
HOW THE COMMUNITY BENEFITS:Family Care Coordination helps
to ensure that families have access to needed resources.
