NETWORK UPDATES
MHAN Quarterly (q2) All network meeting
Date: March 24, 2026
Time: 10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
Location: Virtual (Zoom)
This quarter’s meeting will focus on the importance of peer support and compassionate, person-centered provider care for mothers and families affected by substance use and mental health challenges.
Agenda:
- Network and system updates
- My Story featuring MHAN Voices of Lived Experience
- Program Highlight by U MATterTM
- Program Highlight by Moms Line
- Program Highlight by Heartland PMAD
- Missouri program and resource spotlight.
- Closing
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Network Milestones: MHAN has been officially accepted as an Emerging Practice by the Association of Maternal and Child Health Programs (AMCHP)
The Missouri Maternal Health Action Network (MHAN) has been officially accepted as an Emerging Practice by the Association of Maternal and Child Health Programs (AMCHP). MHAN is now featured in AMCHP’s national MCH Innovation Database, a distinguished, searchable repository highlighting what’s working in MCH. The database showcases practice-based evidence and effective approaches that are demonstrating meaningful impact on MCH populations nationwide.
View the MHAN Entry Page on the AMCHP MCH Innovation Database: Missouri Maternal Health Action Network (MHAN)
AMCHP’s MCH Innovation Database highlights effective, field-informed practices and policies that are making a positive impact on maternal and child health (MCH) populations across the country. MHAN was selected for its strong integration of community and clinical partnerships within existing MCH initiatives, meaningful engagement of community partners centering on the integration of voices of lived experience, its commitment to adapting tools and resources for greater accessibility, and its focus on cultural responsiveness
As an Emerging Practice, MHAN is recognized for demonstrating early signs of success, being rooted in a solid theoretical framework, maintaining a clear evaluation plan, and actively building evidence of meaningful impact on maternal and child health outcomes.
Please join us in celebrating this milestone for MHAN and the continued work to strengthen maternal health in Missouri and beyond!
This project is/was funded in part by the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services Title V Maternal and Child Health Services Multisector Action Network Contract # DH250057001 and is/was supported by the Health Resources Services Administration (HRSA) of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) under grant #B04MC52935, Maternal and Child Health Services for $12,742,189, of which $0 is from non-governmental sources. This information or content and conclusions are those of the author and should not be construed as the official position or policy of, nor should any endorsements be inferred by HRSA, HHS or the U.S. Government.
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Upcoming CLE: Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) And Family unification
Missouri Appleseed, in partnership with the Missouri Maternal Health Action Network (MHAN), is hosting a virtual Continuing Legal Education (CLE) training on Friday, April 10, 2026, focused on strengthening legal and child welfare responses to addiction, recovery, and family stability.
This CLE offers an important opportunity to educate legal and child welfare professionals on the critical role of Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) in supporting recovery, strengthening families, and improving case outcomes. Designed for attorneys, judges, caseworkers, and other professionals working at the intersection of maternal and behavioral health, substance use, and family law, the training addresses current legal and child welfare training gaps related to MAT, societal perceptions that impact linkage to care, and inconsistencies in case and court outcomes.
Through expert speakers and lived experience perspectives, participants will explore evidence-based benefits of MAT, practical recommendations for improving systems and legal processes, and approaches that support recovery while protecting child safety and parental rights. The CLE will be held virtually and will later be housed as part of an ongoing educational series.
Additional information, including registration details, will be available soon.
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System UPDATES
Health Workforce Projections From HRSA’s National Center for Health Workforce Analysis (NCHWA) Dashboard
The Health Resources and Services Administration’s National Center for Health Workforce Analysis (NCHWA) provides an interactive Workforce Projections dashboard that estimates the future supply and demand of health care workers across the United States at both the national and state level. These projections, generated using HRSA’s Health Workforce Simulation Model, help stakeholders understand potential shortages or surpluses in occupations such as allied health, behavioral health, primary care, and more through 2038. The data can inform policy, education, and workforce planning to help address future needs in health services delivery.
Read more: Workforce Projections
Missouri Move Could Bring Home Blood Pressure Monitoring to More Pregnant Moms
Missouri lawmakers are considering Senate Bill 1089, which would require maternity health insurance plans to cover home blood-pressure monitors for pregnant and postpartum women. Sponsor Sen. Maggie Nurrenbern says the change is aimed at improving early detection of dangerous high blood pressure, a major contributor to pregnancy complications such as stroke, emergency deliveries, and preterm birth.
Medicaid already covers these monitors for some patients, but advocates argue coverage should extend to all insurance types to ensure equitable access. Opponents from the insurance industry have raised concerns that additional mandates could prompt employers to drop state-regulated plans. The bill has received a Senate committee hearing and now awaits further action.
Read more: Missouri Move Could Bring Home Blood Pressure Monitoring To More Pregnant Moms
View current bill summary: SB 1089
Loan Repayment Funding Opportunity
The Health Resources and Services Administration’s National Health Service Corps is now accepting applications for a new loan repayment support option. This program is designed to provide primary care, dental and behavioral health providers working at approved sites with funding to be used toward repaying student loan debt. Eligible individuals may receive up to $100,000 to pay off their student loans.
Applications are due by 7:30 p.m. ET on March 31. To apply for loan repayment and check application status, providers must set up an account in My Bureau of Health Workforce.
Proposed Federal Register Data Collection: Public Comment Opportunity
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services’ Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has published a notice in the Federal Register inviting public comments on a proposed data collection effort under the Paperwork Reduction Act. The notice (FR Doc. 2026-00426) outlines a planned information collection project and seeks input from the public and stakeholders on the necessity, utility, and burden of the proposed work.
Comments must be submitted by March 16, 2026, and will help inform CDC’s approach to gathering the data described in the notice.
Read more: Proposed Data Collection Submitted for Public Comment and Recommendations
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program & member highlights
Care-STL Health Announces Temporary Closure
CareSTL Health has announced a temporary closure of its health center operations from February 27 through March 9, 2026, to stabilize operations and address outstanding payroll obligations. The organization anticipates meeting payroll requirements by March 6 and plans to reopen on March 9.
The Federally Qualified Health Center cites delays in federal reimbursement funding, a 50 percent decrease in Medicaid enrollment revenue, and inadequate reimbursement from managed care organizations as key contributors to its financial strain. Leadership emphasized their commitment to employees, patients, and community partners, and stated that federal reimbursement submissions are pending review. Updates will be shared as additional information becomes available.
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Springfield Health Agencies Launch Online Resource Center for Vaccines, Pregnancy, and Public Health Topics
Health agencies in Springfield, Missouri have launched a new online resource center designed to provide residents with centralized, easy-to-access information on vaccines, pregnancy health, and other key public health topics. The digital hub includes trusted guidance on immunizations for all ages, prenatal and postpartum care recommendations, and links to services offered by local health departments. The initiative aims to support informed decision making and improve community health outcomes by connecting individuals and families with accurate, up-to-date public health information and resources.
View database: Frequently Asked Community Topics
The Missouri Association for Infant and Early Childhood Mental Health is hitting the road!
Following our virtual Roadmap conversations, we are excited to gather in person across the state for a series of community engagement sessions designed to bring partners together, deepen connection, and move our shared vision for infants, young children, and families into action.
These gatherings are about all of us. They are an opportunity to pause together, reflect on what we’re hearing in our communities, and build the alignment and energy needed for the work ahead.
At each stop, you can expect to:
- Hear highlights and priorities from the IECMH Roadmap
- Share what feels most urgent, hopeful, or challenging in your region
- Help shape what implementation can and should look like locally
- Connect with others who care deeply about babies and the people who care for them
Roadshow stops:
- Kansas City – March 16
- Columbia – March 17
- St. Louis – March 18
We hope practitioners, advocates, families, funders, system partners, and leaders from early learning, mental health, home visiting, health care, child welfare, and beyond will join us. Your voice matters, and the Roadmap will only be as strong as the community that carries it forward.
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Registration is limited, so secure your spot now!
Maternal SUD and NAS Summit — Agenda now available
Save the dates March 31 – April 1, 2026 for the Maternal SUD and NAS Summit in Columbia, Missouri at the Courtyard by Marriott Columbia (3301 Lemone Industrial Boulevard). Day 1 starts with registration at 9:00 a.m. and programming from 10:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m., and Day 2 runs 8:30 a.m.–11:30 a.m.
This summit will bring together providers, partners, and policymakers to strengthen care for families affected by maternal substance use and neonatal abstinence syndrome.
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Register here: Maternal SUD and NAS Summit
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Centering Joy in the Black Birthing Experience Conference
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3rd Annual Missouri Black Maternal Health Summit & Black Maternal Health Rest & Healing Experience
The Missouri Community Doula Council and Jamaa Birth Village are honored to announce the 3rd Annual Missouri Black Maternal Health Summit & Black Maternal Health Rest & Healing Experience, April 16-17, 2026, in St. Louis, Mo.
This two-day summit will convene midwives, doulas, parents, healers, maternal health practitioners, community birth workers, policymakers, and advocates to forward Black maternal health justice, policy transformation, and sustainable community care. The summit includes dynamic keynote speakers, interactive workshops, all inclusive field trips and advocacy actions dedicated to providing long-term sustainable solutions to birth inequities, elevating Black maternal health workers, and reclaiming rest, power and wisdom as an act of revolutionary liberation.
“It takes all of us to transform Black Maternal Health! Join US!”
Register here: 3rd Annual Missouri Black Maternal Health Summit & Black Maternal Health Rest & Healing Experience
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Virtual Maternal Child and Family Health Learning Collaborative
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Family Birthplace Community Baby Shower and 5K Run/Walk
SSM Health DePaul Hospital – St. Louis invites the community to join the Family Birthplace Community Baby Shower and 5K Run/Walk in recognition of Black Maternal Health Week. This family-friendly event brings people together to celebrate and support mothers while raising awareness about the maternal mortality crisis impacting Black women in the United States.
Attendees can enjoy food, giveaways, community vendors, and resources while participating in a 5K run or walk on the hospital campus, followed by a community baby shower. The event is designed to uplift families, connect them with support, and foster collective action to improve maternal health outcomes.
- Saturday, May 2, 2026
- 7:00 a.m. Registration
- 8:00 a.m. 5K Run/Walk
- 10:00 a.m. Community Baby Shower
- The May Community Education Center (12303 DePaul Drive, Bridgeton, MO 63044)
Registration is available for both the 5K Run/Walk and the Community Baby Shower.
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Insights & Innovations
Marijuana and Pregnancy: What You Should Know
The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) provides evidence-based guidance on marijuana use during pregnancy and while breastfeeding. Current research indicates that marijuana’s active compounds can cross the placenta and reach the fetus, potentially affecting fetal brain development and growth. ACOG advises that pregnant and lactating individuals should avoid marijuana use due to risks including low birth weight and neurodevelopmental concerns.
The guidance also highlights that marijuana is not an effective treatment for pregnancy-related nausea or anxiety and recommends that health care providers counsel patients about potential harms and safer alternatives. ACOG encourages open, nonjudgmental discussions to support informed decision making.
Read more: Marijuana And Pregnancy
Protecting The Only National Data On Preventable Maternal Deaths
A recent Health Affairs Forefront article emphasizes the importance of protecting the nation’s only comprehensive dataset on preventable maternal deaths. Maternal Mortality Review Committees review pregnancy related deaths up to one year postpartum to identify causes, contributing factors, and opportunities for prevention.
These findings guide policy, clinical practice, and system improvements. The authors caution that weakening this data infrastructure would hinder efforts to reduce maternal mortality and address disparities.
Read more: We Must Protect The Only National Data On Preventable Maternal Deaths
Leveraging Tech Enabled Innovation to Support Medicaid Enrollees in Navigating Work Requirements
A recent Health Affairs Forefront article coauthored by the Center for Health Care Strategies (CHCS) and the Medicaid Innovation Collaborative highlights the challenges states face in implementing newly mandated federal Medicaid work requirements and the potential for technology to ease that transition. New requirements force state agencies to rapidly modernize eligibility, enrollment, and compliance systems under tight timelines. To support this work, CHCS and partners hosted “Medicaid Tech Demo Days,” a two-day event showcasing technology solutions designed to help states meet federal requirements while minimizing coverage loss and administrative burden for Medicaid members.
The article outlines key considerations for states as they integrate tech enabled tools into Medicaid systems. These include modernizing eligibility and enrollment processes, optimizing spending, reducing administrative hurdles, and ensuring that technology supports high quality care and continuity for enrollees as work requirements are implemented.
Read more: Leveraging Tech Enabled Innovation To Support Medicaid Enrollees In Navigating Work Requirements
State Perspectives on Potential Medicaid Disability Service Reductions
A recent report from the Center for Health Care Strategies (CHCS) summarizes findings from a survey of state Medicaid agencies about proposed cuts to disability-related services. Many states expressed concern that reducing access to services such as personal care, home health, and habilitation could negatively affect beneficiaries with disabilities, potentially increasing institutional care costs and worsening health outcomes. Survey respondents highlighted the value of these supports in enabling community-based living, preventing avoidable hospitalizations, and promoting independence.
States also noted challenges in balancing budget pressures with maintaining quality care, emphasizing the need for thoughtful policy design and stakeholder engagement when considering changes to benefit structures. The report suggests that policymakers weigh the long term impacts of service reductions on both individuals and system costs before implementing significant cuts.
Read more: Survey Results: State Perspectives On Potential Medicaid Disability Service Reductions
CSWE Joins National Coalition to Expand SUD Education and Training
The Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) announced its participation in a national collaborative effort to strengthen behavioral health workforce training in substance use disorders (SUDs). As part of this initiative led by the American Academy of Addiction Psychiatry (AAAP), CSWE partners with organizations including Columbia University, NAADAC, and the National Board for Certified Counselors to support free SUD education and training for master’s-level behavioral health students, clinicians, and educators.
The free curriculum focuses on building competency in prevention, screening, diagnosis, and treatment of SUDs and co-occurring psychiatric disorders, with specific courses on clinical skills and foundational SUD knowledge. CSWE’s contribution includes developing a social work competency crosswalk to align the training with core professional standards and better prepare future social work practitioners.
Read more: CSWE Joins Coalition To Expand SUD Education And Training
Smartwatches May Soon Predict a Depression Relapse
New research suggests that smartwatches and other wearable devices could soon help predict relapses of major depressive disorder by passively monitoring sleep and daily activity patterns. In a McMaster University study published in JAMA Psychiatry, researchers followed 93 adults who had previously recovered from depression and found that irregular sleep rhythms, reduced differences between daytime activity and nighttime rest, and more nighttime wakefulness often signaled an increased risk of relapse weeks or even months before symptoms returned.
These findings point to the potential for wearable technology to act as an early-warning system, giving patients and clinicians time to adjust treatment plans and interventions before a full relapse occurs. Wearable monitoring may shift mental health care from reactive symptom tracking to proactive relapse prevention.
Read more: Smartwatches May Soon Predict A Depression Relapse
Health Insurance Extensions and Postpartum Healthcare Utilization and Outcomes
A recent study published in JAMA examines how health insurance coverage, particularly Medicaid eligibility and extensions, is associated with postpartum health care utilization and maternal outcomes in the United States. The systematic review of 28 studies found that more comprehensive insurance coverage is probably linked with greater postpartum visit attendance, a key component of postpartum care access, although evidence on clinical outcomes like maternal morbidity or mortality remains limited. The research underscores how current federal policy only requires Medicaid coverage for 60 days postpartum, which can limit access to necessary care during a period when adverse events and gaps in care are common. Understanding the impact of expanded coverage, including up to 12 months postpartum adopted by many states, could inform efforts to reduce disparities and improve maternal health in the year after childbirth.
Learn more: Health Insurance Coverage and Postpartum Outcomes in the US
Read study: One-Year Actigraphy Study of Sleep and Rest-Activity Rhythms as Markers of Relapse in Depression
A Stimulant on the Rise: “Pink Cocaine” and Emerging Drug Exposures
The American College of Medical Toxicology’s ToxIC NOSE Report #20 describes “pink cocaine,” also known as Tusi or Tucibi, as an unpredictable street drug marketed as a pink powder that rarely contains actual cocaine. Instead, samples often include varying combinations of stimulants, sedatives, opioids, and other psychoactive substances, making effects difficult to predict and increasing the risk of serious harm.
Reported primarily in nightlife and urban settings, exposures have included respiratory depression, seizures, and other significant toxicities. The report underscores the need for clinician awareness, public education, and strengthened toxicology surveillance to better identify and respond to emerging synthetic drug trends.
Read more: A Stimulant On The Rise: “Pink Cocaine”
Collaborative care model Progress Report Highlights Rapid Growth and Persistent Gaps
The Progress Report: Psychiatric Collaborative Care Model (CoCM) from the Mental Health Treatment and Research Institute and The Bowman Family Foundation provides a national analysis of how the Collaborative Care Model is being implemented to address mental health and substance use conditions in primary care settings. The report shows significant growth in CoCM adoption for both adults and children, reinforcing evidence that the model improves outcomes, reduces suicide risk, and lowers overall healthcare costs.
Despite this progress, adoption varies widely by state. Differences in Medicaid reimbursement policies, billing structures, and patient cost sharing continue to influence whether providers are able to implement and sustain the model. States with stronger reimbursement frameworks demonstrate broader uptake across payers, while limited coverage remains a barrier in others.
The report outlines policy and operational strategies to expand access nationwide, emphasizing the importance of sustainable payment models and continued investment in integrated behavioral health care.
Read more: Progress Report: Psychiatric Collaborative Care Model (CoCM)
Using Artificial Intelligence in Alcohol Research and Treatment
A Alcohol Research: Current Reviews perspective explores how artificial intelligence (AI) can advance alcohol research, clinical care, and public health responses. The authors describe opportunities for AI to support large-scale data analysis, improve predictive models of alcohol use and related harms, and tailor prevention and treatment approaches to individual needs. AI applications may include identifying risk patterns, enhancing real-time monitoring, and optimizing interventions to be more effective and accessible.
While promising, the article also notes important considerations for ethical and equitable use of AI, such as protecting privacy, avoiding algorithmic bias, and ensuring that emerging tools are evaluated rigorously before widespread implementation. Thoughtful integration of AI could help accelerate progress in understanding and addressing alcohol use disorders across populations.
Read more: Perspective: Using Artificial Intelligence Alcohol Research And Treatment Opportunities
insights ON-DEMAND
Hope starts with us: Episode 96; Self-Acceptance, Shedding Shame, and Recovery – Featuring McCall Dempsey and Alexandra Miles
On this podcast, Daniel H. Gillison Jr., CEO of NAMI (the National Alliance on Mental Illness), brings important mental health topics to light, one conversation at a time. Hope starts with us sharing our stories. Hope starts with us breaking the stigma. Hope starts with us sharing resources and practical advice. If you or a loved one is struggling with a mental health condition and are looking for hope, this podcast is for you.
From February 23 through March 1, 2026, NAMI joins the National Alliance for Eating Disorders in challenging stigma about eating disorders and supporting recovery. In this episode, NAMI CEO Daniel H. Gillison, Jr. is joined by McCall Dempsey, founder of Southern Smash, and Alexandra Miles, Founder and CEO of Project Blackbird. They will explore the connections between their work engaging young people, embracing self-acceptance as part of recovery, and what it means to shed shame about mental health and eating disorders. This episode highlights lived experiences with eating disorders and stigma reduction efforts.
Webinar Highlights Medicaid’s Role in Supporting Youth Reentry
A new webinar will explore strategies to strengthen collaboration among child welfare professionals, Medicaid systems, and juvenile justice partners to better support young people returning to their communities after incarceration. Scheduled for 2 p.m. ET on Wednesday, March 4, 2026, the session will focus on leveraging Medicaid to promote youth health, continuity of care, and overall well being during reentry.
The discussion will feature experts from the Center for Health Care Strategies, a grantee of the Annie E. Casey Foundation, who will share practical approaches for improving cross system coordination and expanding access to services for justice involved youth.
community tools & supports
Free Parent Support Groups Available by Whole Parent Foundation (WPF)
The Whole Parent Foundation is offering free parent support groups for individuals and families during pregnancy, early parenthood, and caregiving. These groups provide a supportive, judgment-free space for:
- Expecting parents
- New parents
- Individuals trying to conceive
- New adoptive parents
- Caregivers of young children
Each group includes mental health and peer support, along with practical physical supports such as food, diapers, and childcare at all in-person support groups. Participants may attend in person at select locations or join virtually via Zoom, making support accessible across communities.
Support Group Locations and Times
- Amethyst Place: Tuesdays, 5:30 – 6:00 p.m.
- Kansas City: Saturdays, 10:30 a.m. – Noon
- MU Extension: Wednesdays, 4:30 – 6:00 p.m.
- St. Louis: Tuesdays, 6:00 – 7:30 p.m.
For more information, visit https://www.wholeparentfoundation.org/
Free Prenatal Education Classes Available in 2026
Phelps Health is offering free prenatal education classes throughout 2026 for individuals who are at least 20 weeks pregnant. These classes are designed to help expectant parents prepare for labor, delivery, and newborn care, and include a guided tour of the Phelps Health Obstetrics Unit. Topics covered include labor and delivery, breathing and relaxation techniques, cesarean birth and pain management options, newborn care and feeding, and breastfeeding. A support person is welcome to attend.
A support person is welcome. Call (573) 458-7397 to register for a class today!
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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
SUD Care Continuum ECHO®: Practical Strategies to Reduce Alcohol-Related Risks
Date: Wednesday, March 4
Time: 11:00 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. CST
Location: Virtual (Zoom)
Cannabis 101
Date: Thursday, March 5
Time: 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. CST
Location: Virtual (Zoom)
Cannabis 101
Date: Friday, March 6
Time: 9:30 p.m. – 10:30 a.m. CST
Location: Virtual (Zoom)
Webinar Highlights Medicaid’s Role in Supporting Youth Reentry
A new webinar will explore strategies to strengthen collaboration among child welfare professionals, Medicaid systems, and juvenile justice partners to better support young people returning to their communities after incarceration. Scheduled for 2 p.m. ET on Wednesday, March 4, 2026, the session will focus on leveraging Medicaid to promote youth health, continuity of care, and overall well being during reentry.
The discussion will feature experts from the Center for Health Care Strategies, a grantee of the Annie E. Casey Foundation, who will share practical approaches for improving cross system coordination and expanding access to services for justice involved youth.
Suicide and Substance Misuse: Supporting Safety
Date: Monday, March 23
Time: 10:30 a.m. CST
Location: Virtual (Zoom)
Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) Contiuing LEgal Education (CLE)
Date: Friday, April 10
Location: Virtual (Zoom)
Missouri Appleseed, in partnership with the Missouri Maternal Health Action Network (MHAN), is hosting a virtual Continuing Legal Education (CLE) training on Friday, April 10, 2026, focused on strengthening legal and child welfare responses to addiction, recovery, and family stability.
Additional information, including registration details, will be available soon.
UPCOMING EVENTS
Find upcoming events and opportunities at https://moactionnetwork.org/announcements/#events
Registration closed: 2026 Maternal and Infant Health Convening
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AMCHP 2026
The conference will be held March 7–10, 2026 at The Westin, Washington DC Downtown.
Don’t miss this opportunity to connect, learn, and advance maternal and child health practices alongside leaders and peers from across the nation.
Joint Meeting on Youth Prevention, Treatment, and Recovery
Date(s): March 24–26, 2026
Location: Baltimore, MD
This landmark national conference brings together stakeholders from across the country to address youth alcohol and substance use. It marks the first joint gathering in over a decade dedicated to prevention, treatment, and recovery for young people.
ASAM Annual Conference: Innovations in Addiction Medicine and Science
The ASAM Annual Conference is the premier national event for addiction medicine professionals, offering a platform to connect, learn, and share cutting-edge research, clinical advances, and best practices in the field. Now in its 57th year, the conference brings together physicians, clinicians, researchers, trainees, and policymakers for dozens of expert sessions, poster presentations, and networking opportunities that span clinical care, policy, science, and innovative treatment approaches. The upcoming event will be held in San Diego, CA, April 23–26, 2026, providing attendees with both professional development and community connection.
Maternal SUD and NAS Summit — agenda now available
Save the dates March 31 – April 1, 2026 for the Maternal SUD and NAS Summit in Columbia, Missouri at the Courtyard by Marriott Columbia (3301 Lemone Industrial Boulevard). Day 1 starts with registration at 9:00 a.m. and programming from 10:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m., and Day 2 runs 8:30 a.m.–11:30 a.m.
This summit will bring together providers, partners, and policymakers to strengthen care for families affected by maternal substance use and neonatal abstinence syndrome.
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SUBMIT SYSTEM UPDATES, ORGANIZATIONAL NEWS
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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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