Keep Children Safe by Keeping Families Strong: Prevention Strategies for Child and Family Well-Being Webinar
Posted on April 08, 2025
Presented by The Maine Pediatric and Behavioral Health Partnership
When: April 24, 2025 | 7:30-8:30AM
Target Audience: This session is designed for pediatric primary care physicians, their clinical teams, and other non-clinical healthcare staff involved in pediatric care.
Overview: This session will explore the importance of prevention in promoting child and family well-being, focusing on available resources in Maine. Participants will gain insight into the continuum of prevention, from primary and secondary measures to targeted interventions like Family First Prevention Services. The discussion will highlight Maine’s Child Safety and Family Well-Being Plan (2025-2030), a comprehensive, statewide effort to keep children safe by keeping families strong. The presentation will also discuss key child and family well-being resources, including Maine Families Home Visiting, Prevention Councils, Be There for ME, 211 Maine, Access Maine, and Help Me Grow. The session will emphasize the essential role of primary care providers in connecting families to support that build resilience and reduce risk.
Learning Objectives:
1. Increase Awareness: Help primary care providers understand the continuum of prevention and the statewide programs available to support families and children.
2. Enhance Access: Equip providers with the knowledge and tools to connect families to prevention resources.