NETWORK UPDATES
Take the 2025 Maternal Health Action Network Member Survey
We invite you to complete the 2025 Maternal Health Action Network (MHAN) Member Survey.
Your feedback helps us understand how the Action Network is supporting you and how we can enhance your experience. We’d love to hear if the Network has helped break down silos, fostered collaboration, kept you informed and connected, and inspired your work through voices of lived experience. Your insights will guide us in strengthening the Network’s impact on mothers, children, and families, and in working together to make Missouri an even better place to live, work, and thrive.
For questions, contact mo_actionnetwork@umkc.edu
System UPDATES
Missourians Affected by SNAP Benefit Pause
The Missouri Department of Social Services (DSS) announced that due to the ongoing federal government shutdown, the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits scheduled for November 2025 cannot be issued at this time — the funding from the United States Department of Agriculture’s Food and Nutrition Service (USDA-FNS) is currently unavailable.
DSS encourages impacted households to:
- Monitor the DSS website and social media for updates via mydss.mo.gov/federal-shutdown-impacts.
- Use remaining October SNAP balances to stretch into November.
- Explore local food banks and pantries for support.
For more details, visit: Official DSS Bulletin
program & member highlights
Participate in UMSL Research on Postnatal Depression Screening
The University of Missouri–St. Louis is conducting a study seeking individuals with experience administering the Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale. Participation involves a 20–30 minute Zoom interview, and participants will receive a $30 Amazon gift card.
Interested? Email ccastellano@umsl.edu to get involved.
Maternal Health Access Project (MHAP) – Releases next round of virtual trainings
Interested participants can register for one or both trainings here: MHAP Provider Training Registration.
Please note that Bipolar in the Perinatal Period (Part 2): Pharmaceutical and Non-Pharmaceutical Treatment will be held in January 2026. All sessions are free to attend, and education credits will be provided at no cost. Please see the attached flyer for more information, and please feel free to share this information with anyone who may be interested.
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Mental Health KC Conference – Call for Applications
The 2026 Mental Health KC Conference is seeking breakout, poster, and panel session proposals to advance mental health awareness in the Kansas City community. Topics may include equity, prevention, crisis response, school and child mental health, workplace well-being, and more.
Submission deadline: December 19, 2025
Conference dates: May 28–29, 2026 at Johnson County Community College
Apply now:
- Breakout sessions: Apply Here
- Poster sessions: Apply Here
- Panel sessions: Apply Here
Don’t miss this opportunity to share innovative approaches and insights with local behavioral health professionals!
Insights & Innovations
WHO Introduces Global Framework for Maternal Wellbeing
In September 2025, the World Health Organization (WHO) unveiled its first-ever global definition and conceptual framework for maternal wellbeing. This comprehensive model, developed through a multiyear consultative process involving over 8,000 stakeholders from 15 countries, aims to address the unique experiences of women during the maternal period, from conception through one year postpartum.
The framework identifies six interconnected domains that collectively shape maternal wellbeing:
- Health and Nutrition: Focuses on the physical and mental health status of the mother, including recovery, access to adequate nutrition, and management of health conditions.
- Provision and Experience of Care: Emphasizes access to respectful, person-centered, and individualized care, with clear communication and appropriate psychosocial support.
- Security, Safety, and Sustainable Environment: Addresses structural and environmental determinants, including physical safety, freedom from violence, and a stable living environment.
- Relationships and Connectedness: Highlights the importance of social support networks and meaningful social interactions with partners, family, and community.
- Maternal Autonomy, Agency, and Resilience: Centers on the woman’s ability to make decisions about her body and care, her sense of control, and psychological capacity to cope with adversity.
- Culture and Values: Recognizes the influence of personal culture, traditions, and spiritual beliefs on wellbeing, ensuring care aligns with these aspects.
This framework provides a holistic approach to maternal health, emphasizing the importance of comprehensive support and respect for cultural contexts.
Read more: WHO Unveils Framework for Maternal Wellbeing
U.S. Maternal & Child Mortality: Stark State-Level Disparities
A recent Commonwealth Fund issue brief reveals significant disparities in maternal and child mortality rates across U.S. states, with outcomes often comparable to those in lower-income countries.
Key Findings:
- In 2023, Louisiana’s maternal mortality rate was 41.9 per 100,000 live births, over four times higher than California’s rate of 9.5.
- Mississippi had the highest infant mortality rate at 10.3 per 1,000 live births, nearly three times that of Massachusetts, which had the lowest at 3.8.
- Black children under age 5 experienced a mortality rate of 13.4 per 1,000 live births, higher than any state or other demographic group, and comparable to rates in Mexico and Laos.
These disparities highlight the critical role of state policies in shaping maternal and child health outcomes. Investments in health coverage, reproductive care, and social protections are associated with better health outcomes, while restrictive policies often lead to poorer outcomes.
Read more: Commonwealth Fund
Medicare Telehealth Coverage Lapses Amid Federal Shutdown
As of October 1, 2025, Medicare’s expanded coverage for telehealth services expired due to the federal government shutdown, leaving many seniors and people with disabilities without reimbursed virtual care. Healthcare providers are canceling or adjusting appointments, and some patients may need to pay out of pocket. Advocates are urging Congress to restore coverage and ensure retroactive reimbursement.
Read more: Roll Call
U.S. Hospitals Have Laid Off Thousands Since June
Since June 2025, numerous U.S. hospitals have implemented significant staff reductions due to escalating financial pressures and uncertainties in federal funding. Notable health systems such as Providence, Adventist Health, Banner Health, and Children’s Hospital Los Angeles have announced layoffs affecting thousands of employees. For instance, Providence reduced the equivalent of 600 full-time positions, while Vanderbilt University Medical Center laid off over 600 workers, citing federal funding cuts.
These workforce reductions are attributed to factors including declining operating margins, rising operational costs, and the termination of federal grants, particularly from the National Institutes of Health. Hospitals are also facing challenges related to Medicaid cuts and reimbursement rates that do not align with the actual cost of care.
Industry experts anticipate continued volatility in the healthcare sector, with many hospitals operating on slim margins and facing increased costs for supplies and labor. The combination of these financial challenges and policy changes is contributing to an uncertain future for healthcare institutions and their staff.
Read more: Chief Healthcare Executive
Affordability of Health Professional Education
The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine has released a concise report summarizing a 2025 workshop series on the affordability of health professional education (HPE). The series brought together policy experts, educators, students, and international stakeholders to discuss financial barriers, the impact of debt on career choices, and strategies to improve accessibility and value in HPE programs.
Key topics included financing and payment models influencing access to HPE programs, the effect of student debt on decisions to enter primary care or practice in rural and underserved areas, and considerations of return on investment for HPE programs.
This brief provides valuable insights for educators, policymakers, and students interested in the intersection of education, equity, and workforce development in the health sector.
Read more: National Academies Press
Limited Behavioral Health Access in Medicare Advantage and Medicaid Managed Care Plans
A recent report from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Office of Inspector General (OIG) reveals significant limitations in the behavioral health provider networks of many Medicare Advantage and Medicaid managed care plans. The evaluation found that numerous plans included inactive providers, those who no longer offer services or are unwilling to see plan enrollees, making networks appear more robust than they are. This discrepancy can hinder enrollees’ access to necessary mental health and substance use disorder care.
Key Findings:
- Many plans had limited behavioral health provider networks.
- Inactive providers were often listed in provider directories.
- Administrative burdens and low reimbursement rates were cited as reasons for providers’ reluctance to participate.
Recommendations:
- Enhance data monitoring to improve the accuracy of provider directories.
- Collaborate with states to ensure accurate network information in Medicaid managed care.
- Explore the development of a nationwide provider directory to reduce inaccuracies and improve efficiency.
Read more: Office of Inspector General
Parents Post-NICU Face Greater Perinatal Mental Health Risks
A recent study reveals that parents whose infants spend time in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) are 74% more likely to experience perinatal mood and anxiety disorders compared to those without NICU experiences. The emotional toll often extends beyond hospital discharge, with many parents reporting persistent feelings of trauma, grief, and powerlessness. Notably, fathers are also at significant risk, with some studies indicating that 33% of fathers meet criteria for PTSD following a NICU hospitalization, surpassing the 9% rate observed in mothers. Despite the challenges, early mental health support and family-centered care during the NICU stay have been shown to improve long-term well-being for parents.
Read more: Psychology Today
Los Angeles Clinics Enhance Maternal Mental Health with Collaborative Care Model
Los Angeles County is pioneering a transformative approach to maternal mental health through the Los Angeles County Maternal Mental Health Access (LAMMHA) initiative. Funded by the California Health Care Foundation (CHCF), this five-year program equips Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs) with the tools to implement the Collaborative Care Model (CoCM), an evidence-based framework that integrates behavioral health into primary care.
Key Highlights:
- Integrated Care Delivery: The CoCM fosters a multidisciplinary team approach, combining primary care providers, behavioral health specialists, and care managers to offer coordinated and continuous mental health support to mothers during the perinatal period.
- Widespread Implementation: To date, four cohorts of FQHCs have been trained, collectively reaching over 300 mothers across Los Angeles County.
- Sustainability Focus: The initiative emphasizes building sustainable practices to ensure lasting improvements in maternal mental health care delivery.
This model not only enhances early identification and treatment of perinatal mood and anxiety disorders but also strengthens the overall well-being of mothers and their families.
Read more: How Los Angeles Community Clinics Use the Collaborative Care Model to Improve Maternal Mental Health
Child Vaccines — Questions Answered by ZeRO To three
The nonprofit ZERO TO THREE has released a free Q&A guide designed for families and early-childhood professionals, offering clear, evidence-based answers to common questions about childhood vaccinations, such as side effects, series completion, and timing.
Read more: Child Vaccines: Families Have Questions. We Have Answers.
Reflective Practice Is Hard Work — Here’s Why It’s Worth It
ZERO TO THREE sheds light on the essential but challenging work of reflective practice in early childhood systems, offering guidance on how pausing to reflect can transform your approach and improve outcomes for families you serve.
Read more: Reflective Practice Is Hard Work — Here’s Why It’s Worth It
Using School-Based Services to Improve Access to Preventive Health Care for Children in Rural Areas
Children in rural communities often have less access to preventive services than their urban peers, due to fewer practicing pediatricians and long travel distances for care. Providing health care services in school settings, where children spend most of their time, is one way to increase sustainable access to health care services for children.
This resource is part of a series exploring how states can leverage innovative Medicaid approaches to improve rural health care delivery and strengthen access, workforce capacity, and sustainability in rural communities.
Read more: Using School-Based Services by CHCS
insights ON-DEMAND
Show Me State of mind Podcast, Episode 10 – Policy, Partnerships and Pandemic Response: Building a Better Mental Health System by Brent McGinty
Host Brent McGinty talks with Kyle Kessler, Executive Director of the Association of Community Mental Health Centers of Kansas, about his career path, the work of community mental health centers, and how state budgeting and policy shape behavioral health services.
The episode covers key themes, including CCBHC implementation, creative funding solutions, regional collaboration between Kansas and Missouri, pandemic response, conference-driven knowledge sharing, and the ongoing push to expand access to care through Medicaid and other reforms.
community tools & supports
National Eating Disorders Screening Week
Eating disorders often coexist with mental health conditions such as anxiety, depression, OCD, trauma, and substance use—making it crucial to receive care that addresses both.
This week, take a moment to check in with yourself. NEDA offers a free, confidential online screening tool to help you understand your risk and connect with support and treatment resources.
Take the screening today at nationaleatingdisorders.org and take the first step toward healing.
Celebrate Health Literacy Month with CHCS
October is Health Literacy Month, an opportunity to highlight the importance of clear, effective health communications practices to improve patient health and well-being. The Center for Health Care Strategies’ health literacy fact sheet series explores the impact of limited health literacy and provides strategies for organizational improvement that providers, health systems, health plans, and state Medicaid agencies can use to more effectively communicate with their members.
Explore resources: Health Literacy with CHS
Supporting Young Minds from Mental Health America
Help youth feel hopeful, heard, and empowered with Mental Health America’s Supporting Young Minds toolkit—now available free to download for use in classrooms, youth programs, and at home. These engaging materials help young people move from feeling helpless to hopeful while equipping adult allies to foster advocacy, leadership, and resilience.
Inside you’ll find:
- Practical tools to help youth identify what they can control
- Reflection prompts and creative activities to release stress and self-doubt
- Guidance for parents, caregivers, educators, and mentors
- Activities for classrooms and community programs
- Crisis and help resources
Together, we can create safe, supportive spaces where young people know they are not powerless—even when the world feels uncertain.
Explore the toolkit: Supporting Young Minds – Mental Health America
Explore MHA’s New Pets and Mental Health Resource Center
Pets do more than bring joy—they play a vital role in improving mental health. In partnership with the Human Animal Bond Research Institute (HABRI), Mental Health America (MHA) has launched a new Pets and Mental Health Resource Center to highlight how the human-animal bond supports healing and emotional well-being.
Explore resources on:
- The mental health benefits of pet companionship
- Therapeutic support animals and emotional wellness
- Tips for pet owners and those considering pet ownership
- Community tools, webinars, and blogs — including “The Healing Power of Pets”
Take a moment for your mental health—explore the Resource Center and celebrate the comfort, connection, and community pets bring.
Visit: Mental Health America’s Pets & Mental Health Resource Center
Find local resources for your family
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Thinking About Quitting Tobacco?
There’s never been a better time to start your quit journey. Missouri Tobacco Quit Services offers free coaching, nicotine replacement medications (like patches or gum), and ongoing support to help you succeed.
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Call 1-800-QUIT-NOW or visit youcanquit.org to get started today — your future self will thank you!
Safe Cribs for Missouri: Every Baby Deserves a Safe Place to Sleep
The Safe Cribs for Missouri Program, led by DESE, partners with local public health agencies and community organizations to keep infants safe. Eligible families receive free portable cribs and in-home or community-based safe sleep education to ensure every baby has a secure sleep environment.
By joining the program, you help prevent sleep-related infant deaths through compassionate connection and hands-on support.
Learn more or get involved: Safe Cribs for Missouri Program
Mom’s Circle by Southeast Missouri Suicide Prevention
Join us for our next Mom’s Circle gathering!
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Halloween activities by community leaders northest region
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resources & supports
Missouri Resources
mental & behavioral health resources/supports
support resources
- Missouri Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: Call or Text 988
- Visit 988lifeline.org
- Veterans (press 1)
- Español (oprime 2)
- LGBTQ+ Youth (press 3)
- National Maternal Mental Health Hotline: Call 1-833-TLC-MAMA (1-833-852-6262)
- SAMHSA National Helpline: Call 1-800-662-HELP (4357)
- NAMI Helpline: Call 1 – 800 – 950 – NAMI (6264)
- National Domestic Violence Hotline: Call 1-800-799-SAFE (7233)
- National Sexual Assault Hotline: Call 1-800-656-4673
- National Call Center for Homeless Vets: Call 1-877-4AID-VET (1-877-424-3838)
- United Way: Dial 2-1-1
HELPFUL WEBSITES
SUPPORT GROUPS
- Postpartum Support International: https://www.postpartum.net/get-help/psi-online-support-meetings/
- Postpartum Support International (Spanish Support Groups): Encuentros de apoyo
- SAMHSA Support Groups: https://www.samhsa.gov/find-support/health-care-or-support/support-group-or-local-program
- NAMI Support Groups: https://www.nami.org/support-education/support-groups/
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES
Food Services & supports
Second Harvest Community Food Bank
- Pantry Locator
- Food Distribution Events
- For more information, visit Second Harvest Community Food Bank
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UPCOMING TRAINING & DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITIES
Find upcoming trainings and development opportunities at https://moactionnetwork.org/announcements/#events
Maternal Community Consortium in Sikeston
The Missouri Bootheel Regional Consortium invites families to the Maternal Community Consortium on October 23 (5–7 PM) at 941 S Kings Hwy, with a follow-up virtual session on October 27.
Learn about insurance, smoking and pregnancy, and high blood pressure, plus enjoy a free meal, childcare and mileage reimbursement, and earn a $50 gift card for attending both sessions! Fathers welcome!
Register here: Maternal Community Consortium hosted by MBRC
Addiction 101
Date: October 27, 2025
Time: 9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. CST
Location: Zoom
Led by Andrea Jodat, DNP, FNP-BC, CARN-AP, and Vanessa Loukas, MSN, FNP-C, CARN-AP, this training will provide foundational knowledge on addiction as a chronic medical condition, as well as an overview of evidence-based interventions, including medications for addiction treatment (MAT). All disciplines are welcome.
Cocreating Solutions — How Community Members, Providers and Technology Leaders Collaborate
Date: October 28, 2025
Time: 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM EST
Location: Zoom
pregnancy & infant loss: 2-part series
Date: Part 2, October 28, 2025
Time: 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM EST
Location: Zoom
acute pain: what works, what hurts
Date: October 28, 2025
Time: 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM CST
Location: Zoom
As part of Grayken TTA’s Complex Care in Practice: Evidence-Based Approaches to Addressing Pain, Substance Use, and Safer Prescribing educational series, Heidi Ginter, MD, FASAM, will cover the impact of hyperalgesia and cross tolerance on acute pain among patients with opioid dependence and/or who are on medications for opioid use disorder. Pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatments for acute pain management will be discussed. Participants will acquire tools for devising pain-management plans for planned and unanticipated acute pain experiences for patients on medications for opioid use disorder (MOUD). All disciplines are welcome. All disciplines are welcome. All disciplines are welcome.
3rd Annual Maternal and Health Symposium — Hosted by Healthy Birth Day, Inc.
Join Healthy Birth Day, Inc. for Empowering Change: Advancing Maternal Health Together, a free two-day virtual symposium featuring over 40 speakers and expert-led sessions.
Oct. 29–30, 2025 | Explore topics on maternal and fetal health, advocacy, and innovation in care.
Free registration required — view the full agenda and earn CE credit: bit.ly/2025MaternalHealthSymposium
Rural Women’s Health: Opportunities for Innovation and Investment
Join leading experts Thursday, October 30 at 11 p.m. CT for a virtual Congressional Briefing focused on rural women’s health. The discussion will highlight key challenges, innovative solutions, and the economic benefits of investing in rural health systems and care access.
buprenorphine prescribing 201: advanced topics through case-based learning
Date: October 31, 2025
Time: 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM CST
Location: Zoom
Led by Brittany L. Carney, DNP, FNP-BC, and Annie Potter, MSN, MPH, FNP-C, CARN-AP, this training will provide healthcare providers with advanced knowledge and practical skills to deliver high-quality, patient-centered treatment plans for individuals on buprenorphine for opioid use disorder (OUD). Participants will enhance their confidence in buprenorphine initiation through real-world case studies, exploring low-barrier models of care to improve access for individuals with OUD and strategies to reduce the risk of precipitated withdrawal.
SUD Care Continuum ECHO® Cycle 10
Boston Medical Center’s (BMC) drop-in series Substance Use Disorder Care Continuum ECHO® (SUD Care Continuum ECHO®) offers training and support in addiction treatment, with a focus on supporting front line addiction treatment workforce. This includes health providers in Acute Treatment Services (ATS), Crisis Stabilization Services (CSS), Transitional Support Services (TSS), Opioid Treatment Programs (OTP), long-term residential program, sober and recovery homes, primary care, and psychiatry. This free, case-based tele-mentoring program is designed to increase the capacity of health care providers to implement high-quality and evidence-based addiction treatment.
- Wednesday, November 5, 11-12:15 PM CST: SUD Care Continuum ECHO®: The Nuts and Bolts of Contingency Management for Stimulant Use Disorders
- Virtual event via Zoom
- Credits available
As part of the twice-monthly SUD Care Continuum ECHO® series, Kristin Parent, MA, LMHC, will explain the principles of contingency management as a treatment for stimulant use disorder, review evidence-based protocols for its implementation, and discuss structural barriers to its implementation along with how to address them. The didactic will be followed by a de-identified patient case presentation from an ECHO® participant and recommendations from the panel of experts and attendees.
Boston Medical Center’s (BMC) drop-in series Substance Use Disorder Care Continuum ECHO® (SUD Care Continuum ECHO®) offers training and support in addiction treatment, with a focus on supporting front line addiction treatment workforce. This includes health providers in Acute Treatment Services (ATS), Crisis Stabilization Services (CSS), Transitional Support Services (TSS), Opioid Treatment Programs (OTP), long-term residential program, sober and recovery homes, primary care, and psychiatry. This free, case-based tele-mentoring program is designed to increase the capacity of health care providers to implement high-quality and evidence-based addiction treatment.
FREE prenatal education classes at phelps health
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Are you expecting a little one? Join us for free prenatal classes designed to help you prepare for labor, delivery and newborn care! These classes are open to expectant mothers after 20 weeks of pregnancy and include a tour of the Phelps Health Obstetrics Unit.
What you’ll learn:
- Pregnancy danger signals
- Stages of labor and delivery
- Breathing & relaxation techniques
- Cesarean birth (C-sections)
- Pain management and epidurals
- Newborn care and nutrition
- Breastfeeding and more!
Training date
- November 8, 2025
A support person is welcome to attend with you! Classes are free and open to the public.
Please call (573) 458-7397 to register.
Overview of Bipolar Disorder (Part 1)
Date: Thursday, November 13, 2025
Time: 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
Location: Zoom
Please note that Bipolar in the Perinatal Period (Part 2): Pharmaceutical and Non-Pharmaceutical Treatment will be held in January 2026. All sessions are free to attend, and education credits will be provided at no cost. Please see the attached flyer for more information, and please feel free to share this information with anyone who may be interested.
Bipolar Screening and Diagnosis
Date: Thursday, November 14, 2025
Time: 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
Location: Zoom
Please note that Bipolar in the Perinatal Period (Part 2): Pharmaceutical and Non-Pharmaceutical Treatment will be held in January 2026. All sessions are free to attend, and education credits will be provided at no cost. Please see the attached flyer for more information, and please feel free to share this information with anyone who may be interested.
SUD Care Continuum ECHO® Cycle 10
Boston Medical Center’s (BMC) drop-in series Substance Use Disorder Care Continuum ECHO® (SUD Care Continuum ECHO®) offers training and support in addiction treatment, with a focus on supporting front line addiction treatment workforce. This includes health providers in Acute Treatment Services (ATS), Crisis Stabilization Services (CSS), Transitional Support Services (TSS), Opioid Treatment Programs (OTP), long-term residential program, sober and recovery homes, primary care, and psychiatry. This free, case-based tele-mentoring program is designed to increase the capacity of health care providers to implement high-quality and evidence-based addiction treatment.
- Wednesday, November 19, 11-12:15 PM CST: SUD Care Continuum ECHO®: Nicotine and THC Vaping Among Adolescents: Screening and Treatment Management for Stimulant Use Disorders
- Virtual event via Zoom
- Credits available
As part of the twice-monthly SUD Care Continuum ECHO® series, Brittany Carney, DNP, FNP-BC, will present a didactic on clinical strategies for identifying and treating adolescent nicotine and THC vaping. The didactic will be followed by a de-identified patient case presentation from an ECHO® participant and recommendations from the panel of experts and attendees.
Boston Medical Center’s (BMC) drop-in series Substance Use Disorder Care Continuum ECHO® (SUD Care Continuum ECHO®) offers training and support in addiction treatment, with a focus on supporting front line addiction treatment workforce. This includes health providers in Acute Treatment Services (ATS), Crisis Stabilization Services (CSS), Transitional Support Services (TSS), Opioid Treatment Programs (OTP), long-term residential program, sober and recovery homes, primary care, and psychiatry. This free, case-based tele-mentoring program is designed to increase the capacity of health care providers to implement high-quality and evidence-based addiction treatment.
SUD Care Continuum ECHO® Cycle 10
Boston Medical Center’s (BMC) drop-in series Substance Use Disorder Care Continuum ECHO® (SUD Care Continuum ECHO®) offers training and support in addiction treatment, with a focus on supporting front line addiction treatment workforce. This includes health providers in Acute Treatment Services (ATS), Crisis Stabilization Services (CSS), Transitional Support Services (TSS), Opioid Treatment Programs (OTP), long-term residential program, sober and recovery homes, primary care, and psychiatry. This free, case-based tele-mentoring program is designed to increase the capacity of health care providers to implement high-quality and evidence-based addiction treatment.
- Wednesday, December 3, 11-12:15 PM CST: SUD Care Continuum ECHO®: Preventative Health Issues in SUD Care
- Virtual event via Zoom
- Credits available
As part of the twice-monthly SUD Care Continuum ECHO® series, Joanna D’Afflitti, MD, MPH, will identify issues where preventative health screening and education may benefit patients in addiction treatment and describe communication strategies for educating patients about and engaging patients in preventative treatments. The didactic will be followed by a de-identified patient case presentation from an ECHO® participant and recommendations from the panel of experts and attendees.
Boston Medical Center’s (BMC) drop-in series Substance Use Disorder Care Continuum ECHO® (SUD Care Continuum ECHO®) offers training and support in addiction treatment, with a focus on supporting front line addiction treatment workforce. This includes health providers in Acute Treatment Services (ATS), Crisis Stabilization Services (CSS), Transitional Support Services (TSS), Opioid Treatment Programs (OTP), long-term residential program, sober and recovery homes, primary care, and psychiatry. This free, case-based tele-mentoring program is designed to increase the capacity of health care providers to implement high-quality and evidence-based addiction treatment.
FREE prenatal education classes at phelps health
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Are you expecting a little one? Join us for free prenatal classes designed to help you prepare for labor, delivery and newborn care! These classes are open to expectant mothers after 20 weeks of pregnancy and include a tour of the Phelps Health Obstetrics Unit.
What you’ll learn:
- Pregnancy danger signals
- Stages of labor and delivery
- Breathing & relaxation techniques
- Cesarean birth (C-sections)
- Pain management and epidurals
- Newborn care and nutrition
- Breastfeeding and more!
Training date
- December 6, 2025
A support person is welcome to attend with you! Classes are free and open to the public.
Please call (573) 458-7397 to register. Sign up today!
UPCOMING EVENTS
Find upcoming events and opportunities at https://moactionnetwork.org/announcements/#events
Conscious Parenting Classes
Date: Tuesdays, October 2025
Time: 6:00 p.m. – 7:15 p.m.
Location: 506 S Grant Ave, Springfield
Register: (417) 523 – 1160
FREE Flu Shots
Date: October 1-31, 2025
Time: 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.; or on Tuesdays, 5:00 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.
More Information: (877) 406 – 2662
Mental health kc fall symposium
We live in a digital age where a single post can carry lasting consequences. This interactive workshop will explore the ethical principles and best practices for navigating social media and online client data.
Through case studies and real-world examples, participants will gain practical strategies for:
- Maintaining client confidentiality and privacy
- Managing online reputation and professionalism
- Applying ethical frameworks to social media use
- Building trust and transparency in digital interactions
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Storytime on the River at the Gateway Arch
Bring the kids for a magical morning aboard the Tom Sawyer Riverboat! Enjoy a fun storytime followed by a short cruise around the Gateway Arch.
- Date & Time: October 29, 10–11 a.m.
- Admission: Free
- Location: Gateway Arch, St. Louis, MO (50 S. Leonor K Sullivan, St. Louis, Missouri 63102)
Parenting Workshop
Date: November 4, 2025
Time: 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Location: 6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
KC Mom + Baby: A Local Baby Fair by Kansas City Mom Collective
Join the Kansas City Mom Collective for a day of community, education, and celebration at the KC Mom + Baby fair! This event is designed for new and expectant parents, offering a wealth of resources and support.
- Date & Time: Sunday, November 16, 2025 | 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
- Location: Olathe Conference Center at Embassy Suites, Olathe, KS
- Admission: Tickets start at $12.76
Highlights Include:
- Over 40 local vendors and exhibitors
- Expert-led sessions on parenting, wellness, and baby care
- Swag bags for the first 150 attendees
- Exciting giveaways and door prizes
Whether you’re a first-time parent or adding to your family, this fair is a fantastic opportunity to connect with local resources and experts. Don’t miss out on this enriching experience!
For more details and to purchase tickets, visit the Eventbrite page.
Parenting Workshop
Date: November 11, 2025
Time: 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Location: 6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Gamber Community Center Thanksgiving Luncheon
The Gamber Community Center is hosting its annual Thanksgiving Luncheon on Thursday, November 20, 2025. Enjoy a catered Thanksgiving meal with friends and family for $12 per person.
Pre-registration is required. Secure your spot by visiting the Gamber Community Center or calling 816-969-1580.
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2026 Convening for Maternal and Infant Health in Missouri!
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This statewide gathering will bring together changemakers, health care professionals, advocates, and community leaders to advance maternal and infant health across Missouri. Stay tuned for more details on speakers, sessions and registration!
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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 installments of the Weekly Snapshot, 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
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