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"Reframing the health care system around the experiences, needs, and considerations of children, youth, families, and communities is necessary to achieve excellent and equitable health outcomes. ... The goal of this approach is comprehensive, equitable care that addresses holistic family needs and leverages successful community practices." The National Academies of Science, Engineering and Medicine Report on "Launching Lifelong Health by Improving Healthcare for Children, Youth and Families". nap.nationalacademies.org Clinicians who care for children aged zero to three are in a unique position to support families in forming and maintaining Relational Health. Relational health is defined as the safe, stable and nurturing relationships that protect and nurture a child’s growth and development and lays the foundations for resilience. The community is a critical partner in supporting caregivers in fostering Relational Health which is proven to result in the buffering of the effects of childhood adversity and preventing social, emotional, and physical health concerns in the future. Join other providers who care for children aged zero to three and community organizations who serve children and caregivers at the Nurturing Early Relational Health Symposium. Learn, Connect and be part of a collaborative to launch the development of a closed loop referral system for the Greater Nashville Community.

Thank you Liv Anna Homstead for contributing to our blog about putting race and health equity resources into practice! Liv Anna Homstead is the Coalition Building Manager at the Public Health Institute of Western Massachusetts. She writes, "Collectively with my colleagues, our coalition work addresses issues such as climate justice, incarceration, housing, youth mental health, and access and connection to critical resources. All of these issues are connected to the historical, institutional, and systemic layers of racism and oppression that have shaped our communities. This makes our work complex, requiring relationship building, cultural humility, and a passion for continuous learning – a journey that started for me over a decade ago when I participated in an Undoing Racism workshop. The Race and Health Equity Resource Guide provides a wealth of resources to support the work. Tools like Countering the Production of Health Inequities, How History Has Shaped Racial and Ethnic Health Disparities, frameworks by the Interaction Institute for Social Change, and Communities in Action: Pathways to Health Equity, have helped me to deepen my understanding, collaborate with diverse communities, and together build shared visions and objectives. Health equity cannot be achieved without sharing power with the most impacted individuals and communities. At the heart, our coalition work strives to create safe, accessible, and empowering spaces for community members to lead the change for a more equitable future." Learn more: https://lnkd.in/emYzF3Ra

How can we make healthcare more accessible? Dr. April R. Ruffin combines her longtime love of the performing arts, science, and community education to revolutionize health literacy. In Episode 17 of The Balance to Excellence Show, she shares how honoring and merging diverse passions exponentially increases her impact in medicine and in the community. Watch now to discover innovative approaches to community health education: https://lnkd.in/eMCKeNMm #HealthLiteracy #Healthcare #CommunityEducation

For my fellow educators:

Attention: #dutchesscounty, #HudsonValley and other #educators, #teachers, #humanserviceprofessionals, #childcareproviders! The 26th Making Healthful Decisions Conference registration is open now. Check out the information in the link: #mentalhealth #parenting #communityresources

Did you know that we offer free public education sessions across the province? 💡 If your group or organization wants to learn more about the dementia journey, we've got you covered. We offer customized in-person and virtual education sessions on various dementia-related topics. Call us at 1-800-611-6345 or email kara.gouthro-murgatroyd@asns.ca to learn more and book a presentation. #publiceducation #dementiaeducation #alzheimerawareness #dementiaawareness

𝗪𝗲 𝗖𝗔𝗡 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗪𝗜𝗟𝗟 𝗱𝗼 𝗯𝗲𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗰𝗵𝗶𝗹𝗱𝗿𝗲𝗻 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗴 𝗽𝗲𝗼𝗽𝗹𝗲. The NSW system review into out-of-home care is a call to action—a chance to reimagine a system that not only protects children but empowers them to thrive. To achieve this, we must do more than assess policies; we must deeply engage with those who live and work within the system. I am deeply passionate about empowering the voices of children and young people and this review gives us an opportunity to stop, listen and learn for real transformation.  True transformation happens when we: 👂Center lived experience - children, young people, families, and carers are the heart of this system. Their stories, struggles, and successes hold the key to what needs to change. This review must move beyond token consultation to genuine co-design. 📢 Empower direct practice voices - practitioners bring critical insights from their daily work. By listening to their challenges and solutions, we can bridge the gap between policy and practice, making reform realistic and impactful. 🤝 Building trust - For many, engaging with the system has been shaped by trauma and systemic inequities. It’s vital that consultation feels safe, inclusive, and free from judgment. ✅ Turn insights into action - listening is not enough. Lived experience and practice insights must drive clear, measurable change in policy, practice, and systemic design. At its core, this review is an opportunity to create a system that heals. A system where children feel safe, supported, and empowered to dream. A system that fosters collaboration, innovation, and hope. Now is the time to challenge old power dynamics, celebrate existing strengths, and design a future led by those with the most at stake. Let’s ensure that every voice is heard and every insight is valued.

Child Care Aware of America (CCAoA), in partnership with NACCHO and Penn State University Extension - Better Kid Care, recently released Collaborating for Child Well-being: A Toolkit for Local Health Departments and Early Care and Education Programs. This comprehensive toolkit equips local health departments (LHDs) and early care and education (ECE) providers with practical guidance, tools, and resources to initiate, build, and sustain successful partnerships that promote child health and family well-being. Access additional resources in this blog post: https://lnkd.in/ePJHZ3_H We encourage you to provide feedback on the toolkit by filling out this survey: https://lnkd.in/ea5kxNAG

MSCF is ending the year on a high note! MSCF rounded out its 2024 grantmaking from the Bradley Henry Barnes and Leila Upson Barnes Memorial Trust with the awarding of $283,705 in grants to organizations that improve the health outcomes of Southington residents. Since the beginning of the year, MSCF has awarded over $910,000 from the Trust, with grants supporting behavioral health, healthcare needs for the aging population, and healthy initiatives and lifestyle. The latest recipients are: • Bread For Life - $43,000 • Early Childhood Collaborative of Southington - $28,425 • Friends of Southington Community Services - $10,000 • Southington Community Cultural Arts (SoCCA) - $25,000 • Southington Education Foundation (SEF) - $44,280 • The Orchards at Southington - $33,000 • UCONN Health - $100,000 To read about each of the most recent grants awarded, click here: https://bit.ly/3BBKtCx

This webinar is worth checking out, particularly if you are in early childhood and work in public health!