Program Description
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Empowering Mothers Initiative aims to implement innovative outreach, education and engagement strategies to increase access to pediatric services for emerging and other vulnerable populations within the Asian and Pacific Islander (API) communities in Alameda County. Because of lack of knowledge in navigating the health care system and lack of any support network, these groups are even more underserved by pediatric care than other immigrant populations. The program will empower new mothers in these communities through parenting classes and peer support. Through case management and assistance with eligibility and enrollment in public and community programs, the program will help participants link with a regular pediatrician and receive care in accordance with Bright Futures and CDC guidelines.
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