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Good Idea |
| Description |
Nationally, African American infants are more than two times more likely to die within the first year than other infants. This startling statistic represents a failure of public health to adequately address the specific obstacles facing the African-American community in obtaining quality pre- and post-natal care.
The Black Infant Health Program of the Antelope Valley, a faith-based initiative, is working through local church congregations and other community groups to combat this growing crisis. Working within church congregations, the multi-faceted, comprehensive effort provides not simply prenatal care and education, but works to combat social and
cultural factors in poor infant health results. |
| Goal / Mission |
The Black Infant Health Program aims to reduce African-American infant mortality through the Social Support and Empowerment model - a faith-based program which seeks to:
- Educate
- Ensure access to care for at-risk pregnant and parenting women and their infants.
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| Results / Accomplishments |
BIH provides perinatal services and continuous care coordination for the infants of at-risk mothers through age two. Women and their babies enrolled in the program receive thorough follow-up attention, including:
- Immunizations
- Postpartum treatment
- Well-baby care
Black Infant Health also works with local health care and social service providers, sharing educational materials and training about the specific needs of the African-American community.
In alliance with Partners in Care, Black Infant Health has worked toward alleviation of the ongoing dilemma through culturally aware outreach and comprehensive services. |
| Categories |
Health / Maternal, Fetal & Infant Health
Health / Family Planning
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| Organization(s) |
Partners in Care Foundation |
| Date of Publication |
2006 |
| Location |
County: Antelope Valley, CA |
| Primary Contact |
James Cook, Chief Operating Officer
Partners in Care Foundation
732 Mott Street Suite 150
San Fernando CA 91340
(818) 837-3775
jcook@picf.org
http://www.picf.org/
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| Target Audience |
Families, Racial / Ethnic Minorities |
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