NIIW – A Celebration of Connecticut’s Immunization Champions Vincent Sacco, Connecticut Immunization Program

CT IZ Background Small state: Universal Vaccine Purchase State total pop = 3.5 million Birth cohort ~ 43,000 Universal Vaccine Purchase State - 600 immunization provider sites (85% private) 16 Immunization Action Plan (IAP) Coordinators Located in “pockets of need” Assist providers outreach and tracking

Planning Process Partnerships Regular Meetings with Planning Team CT Dept of Public Health Immunization Program CT Commission on Children CT Chapter of American Academy of Pediatrics Regular Meetings with Planning Team Developed Strategic Plan Updated Strategic Plan at each meeting “like planning a wedding” – set timeline – delegate

Planning Process “Day at the Capitol” – during Session Coordinated Speakers, Press, Media Developed Selection Criteria for “Immunization Champions” Invited special guests and Local Legislators! Set Schedule – from start to finish (use a clock)

Selection Criteria for “Champions” Person or Practice that has: High immunization rates > 95 % Spent time with patients Educated staff (front desk to Med Dir.) Conducted reminder/recall on patients Advocated for Immunization/CIRTS Most improved, those with challenging populations that try to catch up Nominated by the Local IAP Coordinator!

You are cordially invited to…

Media Attention for NIIW

Day at the Capitol

Day the Capitol

Day at the Capitol

Day at the Capitol

Day at the Capitol

Secrets to Our Success Everyone TOOK A MOMENT to bring special attention to the importance of childhood immunizations & recognized all the people who ensure children are protected and healthy

Questions? Connecticut Department of Public Health Immunization Program www.ct.gov/dph/immunizations (860) 509-7929 Vincent.Sacco@ct.gov www.cga.ct.gov/coc/immunization_awards.htm