Weekly Snapshot

Weekly Snapshot

Missouri Maternal Health Action Network

Every week the Maternal Health Action Network works to keep you “in the know” by highlighting the latest system updates, organizational news, upcoming events, training and development opportunities, and resources and supports from across the state of Missouri.

Did you miss last week’s Snapshot? No worries! Stay updated on system updates, organizational news, and more by visiting https://moactionnetwork.org/category/weekly-snapshot/

Table of Contents

NETWORK UPDATES

November Meeting Schedule

Workgroup Meeting:

  • Tuesday, November 19, 2024, from 10:00 – 11:30 a.m.

Join Or Lead a Core Priority Workgroup

The Missouri Maternal Health Action Network is looking for professionals interested in joining or leading either the Education Access & Quality OR Environment & Economic Circumstances workgroup. See below for more information.

  • Our next scheduled workgroup meeting for FFY 2025 is scheduled for Tuesday, November 19, 2024, from 10-11:30 a.m.
  • To join a workgroup, please complete the brief workgroup sign up form.
  • Interested in leading a workgroup, contact mo_actionnetwork@umkc.edu.

Environment & Economic Circumstances:

  • Problems related to accessing basic needs, resources, and support services.
  • Problems related to environmental circumstances.
  • Problems related to economic circumstances.
  • Problems related to employment.
  • Problems related to housing.
  • Problems related to transportation.

Education Access & Quality:

  • Problems related to availability and awareness of needed resources and supports for both providers (clinical, non-clinical), and those with lived experience.
  • Problems related to patient education, engagement, and health literacy.
  • Problems related to provider education (clinical, non-clinical) and continued training and development opportunities
  • Problems related to the awareness and knowledge of standardized practices, coordinated care, and improved services and outcomes.

Workgroup Commitment:

  • 12 monthly Workgroup meetings

Chair/Co-chair Commitment:

  • 4 Quarterly Planning Committee meetings
  • 12 monthly Workgroup meetings
  • 1 Annual Summit

For more information, contact mo_actionnetwork@umkc.edu.

FFY 2025 Mom Advocacy Representative (Northeast Region, Southeast Region)

The Missouri Maternal Health Action Network is looking for mothers with lived experience who are further along in their recovery journey (> 2 years) who may be interested in serving as the FFY 2025 Mom Advocacy Representative for the Northeast Region, and Southeast Region of Missouri. Preferred qualifications include those who are currently Certified Peer Specialists through the Missouri Credentialing Board and actively participate in areas of advocacy, peer program support, or currently sit on an advisory committee or board. For more information, contact mo_actionnetwork@umkc.edu.

Northeast Region: • Adair • Clark • Knox • Lewis • Lincoln • Linn • Macon • Marion • Pike • Putnam Ralls • Schuyler • Scotland • Shelby • St. Charles • St. Louis Co. • St. Louis City • Sullivan • Warren

Southeast Region: • Bollinger • Butler • Cape Girardeau • Carter • Crawford • Dent • Dunklin • Franklin • Iron • Jefferson • Madison • Mississippi • New Madrid • Oregon • Pemiscot • Perry • Reynolds • Ripley • Scott • Shannon • St. Francois • St. Genevieve • Stoddard • Washington • Wayne

Ready to Apply? To apply to participate in the program, Leadership & Self-Advocacy Fellowship Interest Form.

For more information, contact mo_actionnetwork@umkc.edu.

SYSTEM UPDATES

Trees For Vets

Registration deadline: November 15, 2024

Pick-up by: December 1, 2024

Location: St. Louis, Missouri

Tree Request Form

MO PQC – Integrating Doula Care Into Clinical Care Settings

This week, the MO PQC published a guidance resource, Integrating Doula Care Into Clinical Care Settings, which was co-authored by eight doulas from Missouri. The guidance gives background on the roles of doulas and illustrates how health care facilities can work with doulas to improve maternal and infant health outcomes, address gaps in the health care workforce, and enhance the birthing experience. 

Integrating Community DoulasDOWNLOAD

Postpartum Support International – November

PSI-MO is proud to announce Volume 2 of our newsletter! See attached for more information

PSI-MO Volume 2, November 2024DOWNLOAD NEWSLETTER

ParentLink November Newsletter

Click here to open the latest edition of the ParentLink Newsletter.

Missouri Behavioral Health Council – Central Resource Hub For Behavioral Health

The Central Resource Hub serves as a single point of contact for non-emergency behavioral health inquiries and guidance on navigating the behavioral health system. It is available to the general public, county and government officials, hospitals, and other organizations assisting individuals with behavioral health services.

Email | bhresourcehub@mobhc.org

Phone | (877) 221 – 4455

A response to the call or email will be made within 48-72 business hours (or sooner if possible). The Central Resource Hub is intended for non-emergency situations only. An immediate referral to 988 or 911 will be made if the “caller” rises to a more critical need.

What is the Central Resource Hub?

The email and phone number may be utilized by the general public, county/government officials (courts, public administrators, etc.), hospitals, and other organizations helping individuals with behavioral health services. Reasons to contact the Central Resource Hub:

  • General behavioral health system navigation assistance for “callers”
  • Troubleshoot issues
  • Assist with the transfer of individuals between service areas and providers
  • Liaison between “caller” and provider system
  • Assist “caller” with a general understanding of behavioral health and other system processes
  • Communication with MBHC provider staff (CBHLs, YBHLs, ERE, etc.) for connecting “caller” to appropriate programs and resources
  • Communication with various stakeholders across the state to connect “caller” to appropriate programs and resources
  • If further information is needed for a more comprehensive answer, the “caller” will receive acknowledgment and notification there will be additional follow-up correspondence

Limitations for the Central Resource Hub:

  • Cannot create resources which do not already exist
  • Will not promise or guarantee resolution of issue
  • Will not provide legal advice
  • Will not take on work which is typically responsibility of another agency/organization
Central Resource Hub AnnouncementDOWNLOAD FLYER

Platte County Health Department

FREE Flu Shots Through November on Thursdays & Fridays from 8:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.

Location: Platte County Health Department, 7925 NW 110th Street, Kansas City, Missouri 64153

For more information, call (816) 858 – 2412.

Affinia Healthcare – Community Vaccine Clinic

Days: Mondays, Wednesday, Thursdays

Times: 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

Location: Salvation Army Midtown Treatment Center, 2900 Washington Avenue. St. Louis, Missouri 63103

**Walk-ins are welcome on a first come first serve basis

For more information or to schedule an appointment, please call (314) 797 – 7486.

FOOD SERVICES ( Food Pantry, Mobile Pantry, Drive-Thru Food Pickup, Etc.)

Food Services

Use the following resources to locate a food pantry, mobile pantry, drive-thru food pickup, or access additional services available near you.

Second Harvest Community Food Bank

Harvesters Community Food Network

Ozarks Harvest

Food Bank for Central & Northeast Missouri

Southeast Missouri Food Bank

St. Louis Area Food Bank

Feeding Missouri

  • Feeding Missouri is a coalition of the six Missouri Food Banks working to provide hunger relief to every county (and St. Louis City) in the state. Collectively, we distribute over 120 million pounds of food each year through a network of more than 1,500 community feeding programs.
  • Get help here, by entering your location information and the Feeding Missouri Food Finder will direct you to services nearest you.
  • For more information, visit Feeding Missouri.

RESOURCE HIGHLIGHT

November Is National Homelessness Awareness Month

November is National Homelessness Awareness Month and National Homeless Youth Awareness Month. SAMHSA works in partnership with federal, state and local partners and national experts to provide training on housing, treatment and recovery models focused on adults, children, and families who are experiencing or at risk of homelessness and have serious mental illness and/or serious emotional disturbance, and substance use. These partnerships contribute to housing stability, recovery, and ending homelessness. SAMHSA also supports the field through technical assistance to states and localities, treatment systems and individual providers on these issues.

National Homelessness Awareness MonthDOWNLOAD ACTION NETWORK SOCIAL MEDIA TOOL

Homelessness Resources

For more information, or to download your SAMHSA toolkit, visit https://www.samhsa.gov/newsroom/observances/homelessness-awareness-month

A Proclamation On National Family Caregivers Month, 2024

By Joseph R. Biden Jr.

Read Proclamation

November Is National Family Caregivers Month

November is a time to recognize and honor family caregivers across the country. Check out the resources below to help you during the 2024 National Family Caregivers Month.

National Family Caregivers MonthDOWNLOAD ACTION NETWORK SOCIAL MEDIA TOOL

Caregiver Action Network (CAN)

For more information, visit https://www.caregiveraction.org/nfc-month/.

Celebrating Family Caregivers during National Family Caregivers Month enables all of us to:

  • Raise awareness of family caregiver issues
  • Celebrate the efforts of family caregivers
  • Educate family caregivers about self-identification
  • Increase support for family caregivers
  • Reduce feelings of isolation

Throughout 2024 National Family Caregivers Month, there are many free resources available to help you navigate your caregiving journey:

Mental Health America (MHA)

For more information, visit https://mhanational.org/national-family-caregivers-month.

Explore MHA’s Caregiver Resource Center

  • Guide For Caregivers
  • Coping With Caregiver Stress
  • Crisis Planning For Caregivers
  • Mental Health Resources For Parents
  • Tools And Resources For Caregivers
  • Treatment And Recovery
  • More Resources

New Resources For Caregivers

Upcoming Webinars

Learn more about caregiving by attending one of MHA’s webinars or viewing the recordings.

Holding on for others: Caregiving, chronic illness, and self-care

  • Date: November 9, 2024
  • Time: 1:00 p.m. CST

I don’t know how to handle holiday stress

  • Date: November 14, 2024
  • Time: 12:00 p.m. CST

Advocate On Social Media

Download and share your social media toolkit by visiting https://mhanational.org/national-family-caregivers-month

Take A Mental Health Test

If you are a caregiver struggling with your own mental health, take a free, anonymous, and confidential screen.

November Is National Prematurity Awareness Month

November is National Prematurity Awareness Month. Check out the resources below to help you during the 2024 National Prematurity Awareness Month.

National Prematurity Awareness MonthDOWNLOAD ACTION NETWORK SOCIAL MEDIA TOOL

WIC Works Resource System

For more information, visit https://wicworks.fns.usda.gov/topic/health-observances/national-prematurity-awareness-month

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) offers information and resources about preterm birth, including a downloadable PDF about the growth of a baby throughout pregnancy, frequently asked questions that include a list of activities to do (or stop doing) to lower the risk of preterm birth, warning signs of preterm labor, and more.

Information and Risk Factors

A premature (or preterm) birth occurs when a baby is born before 37 weeks of completed pregnancy (the ideal gestation period is 40 weeks). Important growth and development of the baby happens throughout pregnancy, including the final weeks leading up to birth. Babies who are born prematurely may have an increased chance of experiencing breathing problems, feeding difficulties, cerebral palsy, developmental delay, and vision and hearing problems.

While a premature birth can happen when no known risk factors are present, some risk factors for preterm birth include delivering a premature baby in the past, being pregnant with multiples, tobacco and substance use, and a short amount of time between pregnancies (less than 18 months). Pregnancy complications can also result in a preterm birth.

To reduce the risk of preterm birth, WIC staff can provide information about planning for pregnancy.

The National Institute of Health (NIH) National Institute of Child Health and Human Development provides a variety of pages with specific information about premature birth, including:

The American Academy of Pediatrics offers information about Caring for a Premature Baby.

March Of Dimes

For more information, visit https://www.marchofdimes.org/find-support/blog/world-prematurity-day

November is Prematurity Awareness Month—our global spotlight on the current state of maternal and infant health in the US and around the world. We know it’s possible for women to have healthy pregnancies, but the US remains among the most high-income nations to give birth. Together, let’s end preventable preterm birth and help all families have full-term pregnancies and healthy babies.

Word Prematurity Day – November 17

Each year in the U.S., 1 in 10 babies is born preterm. Preterm birth is birth that happens too soon, before 37 weeks of pregnancy. Babies born too early may face life-threatening complications and have lifelong health problems. In honor of World Prematurity Day, we’re raising awareness of this serious health crisis.  

How? Light it purple, including your office or home. Wear purple to show your support. Be sure to share your baby photo on social using #WorldPrematurityDay and @marchofdimes.

MARCH OF DIMES SOCIAL MEDIA TOOLKIT

For more information, visit https://www.marchofdimes.org/find-support/blog/world-prematurity-day

Missouri Department Of Health & Senior Services

Guide For Parents Of Premature Infants:

These materials were provided by the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services (DHSS) an are available in pdf format below. Brochures related to prematurity issues and other issues new parents may face are available from the DHSS warehouse at https://health.mo.gov/warehouse/e-literature.html.

For more information, visit https://health.mo.gov/living/families/babies/prematureinfants/

MO Moms Line (313) 768 – Moms

November Meeting Schedule

Follow on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/themomsline

November Meeting ScheduleDOWNLOAD SCHEDULE

Mental Health America – NEW Crisis Resource Center

Take a Mental Health Test

Resources include:

Learn more by visiting the Crisis Resource Center.

SAMHSA

Mental health and substance use condition services, treatment, and resources are more accessible for everyone 24/7.

Did you know that http://FindTreatment.gov is now available in Spanish!

Check it out! http://FindTreatment.gov/es

Missouri Department of Social Services – Workforce Initiatives

Workforce & Community Opportunities

  • The Missouri Resource Guide lists resources available in Missouri to help you and your family move towards a healthier, more stable future.
  • The Missouri Job Events Calendar lists job fairs, hiring events, and other scheduled opportunities that may be of interest to you.

For more information, visit Employment & Training Programs

From The MCH Navigator

These trainings address the knowledge and skills to advance the MCH Leadership Competencies:

For more information, visit MCH Navigator

From The MCH Library

These resources present evidence-driven and innovative approaches to address difficult issues facing the field:

For more information, visit MCH Library

Alliance For Innovation On Maternal Health (AIM)

The Alliance for Innovation on Maternal Health (AIM) has 90+ educational videos available for free? The videos range from recorded webinars, patient safety bundle introductory videos, data concept videos, and more. These videos serve as enduring resources to be used as educational tools and cover a variety of topics.

Check out the AIM Vimeo Channel here: https://bit.ly/3BCjMgH

PROGRAM HIGHLIGHT

United 4 Children Resources & Supports

Check out these helpful resources and supports below:

Find Child Care Near You

In the child care database below, you can look for child care programs near a specific address or school and find those that have just what your family needs.

Family Education Packets

United 4 Children has developed a series of family education packets to put the information your family needs at your fingertips! Click the buttons below to download the packets and learn more.

For more information, visit https://united4children.org/resource-and-referral/

UPCOMING TRAINING & DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITIES

Find upcoming trainings and development opportunities at https://moactionnetwork.org/announcements/#events

Thankful Beginnings Webinar Series (4 PART SERIES)

Date: November 12, 2024, at 10:00 a.m.

Date: November 18, 2024, at 10:00 a.m.

Date: November 25, 2024, at 10:00 a.m.

To register visit the Thankful Beginnings Webinar Series registration page.

Trauma Awareness Training

Date: November 11, 2024

Time: 12:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. CST

Location: Virtual Webinar

Event Registration

Naloxone Training & Distribution

Date: November 12, 2024

Time: 5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.

Location: Southern Boone County Public Library, 109 N. Main Street, Ashland, Missouri

For more information, call (573) 817 – 6404

UPCOMING EVENTS

Find upcoming events and opportunities at https://moactionnetwork.org/announcements/#events

Veterans Day Food Distribution

Date: November 11, 2024

Time: 2:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.

Location: 611 8th St, St. Louis

**Must present valid ID

State Of Missouri Hiring Event

Date: November 12, 2024

Time: 11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Location: Harrah’s Kansas City

Event Registration

Missouri Substance Use Prevention Conference

Dates: November 12-14, 2024

Event Registration

Missouri Hospital Association 102nd Annual Convention

Date: November 13-15, 2024

Location: Sheraton Kansas City Hotel at Crown Center

Event Registration

Howell County Health Department – Women’s Mobile Health Services

Date: November 14, 2024

Time: 1:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.

Location: Mountain View Chamber Parking Lot

For more information, call (417) 256 – 7078

Affinia Healthcare – Breastfeeding & Lactation Help Session

Date: November 14, 2024

Time: 1:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.

Location: Affinia Healthcare, 1717 Biddle Street, St. Louis, Missouri 63106

For more information, call (314) 898 – 1701

ACEs & Mental Health Summit

Date: November 15, 2024

Event Registration

Word Prematurity Day – November 17

Each year in the U.S., 1 in 10 babies is born preterm. Preterm birth is birth that happens too soon, before 37 weeks of pregnancy. Babies born too early may face life-threatening complications and have lifelong health problems. In honor of World Prematurity Day, we’re raising awareness of this serious health crisis.  

How? Light it purple, including your office or home. Wear purple to show your support. Be sure to share your baby photo on social using #WorldPrematurityDay and @marchofdimes.

For more information, visit https://www.marchofdimes.org/find-support/blog/world-prematurity-day

National Hunger Awareness Week: November 18-26

For more information, or to download your SAMHSA toolkit, visit https://www.samhsa.gov/newsroom/observances/homelessness-awareness-month

Mental Health KC Fall Symposium

Date: November 18, 2024

Event Registration

Linn County Health Department – Flu Vaccine Clinic

Date: November 20, 2024

Time: 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Location: Linn County Health Department, 635 S. Main St. Brookfield, Missouri 64628

For more information, call (660) 258 – 7251

SAVE THE DATE: 2025 Maternal & Infant Health Convening

Date: March 5-6, 2025

Location: DoubleTree by Hilton, Chesterfield, Missouri

REGISTRATION COMING SOON

National Association of Neonatal Therapist Virtual Summit: Infant Mental Health – Let Me Explain!

Date: December 3, 2024

Event Registration

Affinia Healthcare – Breastfeeding & Lactation Help Session

Date: December 12, 2024

Time: 1:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.

Location: Virtual Event (link to participate in this event will be provided via text)

For more information, call (314) 898 – 1701

SUBMIT SYSTEM UPDATES, ORGANIZATIONAL NEWS

Quarterly Newsletter (October – December 2024)

Did you miss our recent issue of the Action Network’s Quarterly Newsletter? No worries! Stay updated on system updates, organizational news, and more by clicking the link below.

Newsletter Correction

  • It was brought to our attention that the incorrect contact information was listed under Missouri Family Resources in our recently published Newsletter. For more information or to learn more about Missouri Family Resources, visit https://familyresources.mo.gov/to or contact Missouri Family Resources at 573-751-8411 or by email at childhood@dese.mo.gov.
  • Missouri Family Resources is a free statewide resource website and mobile app that houses a variety of local resources for families with young children. It is designed to be used by families and professionals. Users can search for local resources, then print their search results or share them directly by email, text, or social media. Users may also suggest updates to resource listings and can submit new resources to be included in the database. This will help keep the database comprehensive and current. Account users can make notes about individual resources and save resources to their favorite folders. Missouri Family Resources collects no personally identifiable information (PII). Data is used to analyze search patterns and the availability of resources in a geographical area to inform local decision making. 

Submit System Updates, Organizational News

Use the following form Bee in the Know – System Updates, Organizational News to submit updates, or organizational news to be featured by the Missouri Maternal Health Action Network. These updates and news will be shared in upcoming issues of the quarterly newsletter, on our social media platforms, as well as in Action Network meetings, workgroup meetings, and other activities. To share time-sensitive information, contact mo_actionnetwork@umkc.edu

For more information, contact mo_actionnetwork@umkc.edu or visit moactionnetwork.org.

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