The NYS Moving on Maternal Depression Project The Webinar will begin shortly. Audio is through the computer so please make sure your speakers are turned up.
The NYS Moving on Maternal Depression Project December 19, 2018
Speakers Donna Bradbury. Associate Commissioner, Division of Integrated Community Services for Children and Families, NYS Office of Mental Health Bridget Walsh. Senior Policy Analyst, Schuyler Center for Analysis and Advocacy Stephanie Schmit. Senior Policy Analyst, Child Care and Early Education, CLASP Ruth Cosse. Policy Analyst, Child Care and Early Education, CLASP
Maternal Mental Health Impact on child well-being significant, long-lasting. Health and development School readiness Interferes with parenting. Hinders ability to climb out of poverty. Greater in mothers of color.
Opportunities in NY More than half of births and 60% of young children covered by Medicaid. Importance recognized by agencies & institutions: Maternal and Child Health Services Block Grant Value-Based Payment Early Childhood Advisory Council Project TEACH Home visiting Movement toward coordinated policies.
CLASP and the MOMD Project Background on CLASP CLASP's Mental Health Work The MOMD Project
Goals of NY Project Develop key metrics/data. Understand scope & location of screening and treatment services. Integrate policy across State Agencies & communities. Meaningfully engage women with lived-experience. Integrate racial equity across each goal.
Process Lead = NYS Office of Mental Health Coordinator = Schuyler Center. Input from broad range of stakeholders. Convened webinars/mailings with opportunities for input & feedback. Seeking stakeholders from around State.
Next Steps Materials on SCAA website under Health Policy tab https://www.scaany.org/policy-areas/health/maternal- mental-health/ Bookmark to stay up-to-date! You are on the list. Others email info@scaany.org