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May 24, 2022
Announcements
Strong Foundations RFP: Updated Forms and FAQ posted
MDH FHV has posted the final RFP Frequently Asked Questions (the RFP Frequently Asked Questions PDF is also attached), and the following forms on the MDH Strong Foundations RFP website. These forms are identical to those contained in the RFP on pages 39 – 49.
Deadline for Applications: June 13, 2022 at 5pm
MDH is seeking reviewers for the Strong Foundations RFP!
The Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) - Family Home Visiting is seeking community members to participate in the grant review process of their Request for Proposals: Strong Foundations Evidence-based Home Visiting - Spring 2022. More information regarding the full proposal can be found on the Funding and Grants Management webpage.
Ideally, reviewers would have experience with family home visiting services, grant management/grant writing, child and family health, and/or health equity initiatives.
Those currently implementing home visiting programs with MDH funding are encouraged to participate in the review; the applications being reviewed will be for new start-ups.
Reviewers would review and score 3-5 applications each during June and July. More details to come. Please email health.homevisiting@state.mn.us with “Community Reviewer” in the subject line if you are interested in participating.
No update for this week.
Hot Off The Press!
MDH FHV is pleased to share a new Financial Guidance document to support grantees! It includes guidance on grantee responsibilities, allowable expenses, proration, budgets, invoicing, and more.
MDH FHV Financial Guidance Document
Motivational Interviewing Training
This introductory workshop will offer a basic level of information on the fundamental spirit, principles and methods of Motivational Interviewing (MI). The format of the workshop will be interactive in nature, and participants will have the opportunity to directly observe, experience and practice basic MI skills.
Date: June 8th and June 9th, 2022
Time: 9:00 am - 12:00 pm CST
Register for the Motivational Interviewing Training
If you do not have an MDH Learning Center Account, please register for an account here.
Supporting Families Experiencing Substance Use Webinar
This training will explore ways that home visitors can support families experiencing or exposed to substance use. Part of supporting families includes an awareness of the variety of models of treatment and strategies around prevention and harm reduction. Use of people-first language offers opportunity to decrease the stigma, and knowledge of resources are both instrumental in supporting families on a path that leads toward recovery.
Date: May 26, 2022
Time: 10:30 am - 12:00 pm CST
Register for the Supporting Families Experiencing Use Webinar here.
If you do not have an MDH Learning Center Account, please register for an account here.
WIC/FHV Maternal Nutrition Webinar: Registration Now Open
This presentation will focus on key areas of maternal health and nutrition. Please see the WIC/FHV Maternal Nutrition Webinar Description for more details.
Date: Monday, June 27, 2022
Time: 8:30-10:30 a.m.
Registration can be completed in the Minnesota Department of Health Learning Center. The registration instructions will provide more detail on how to register for the webinar
National Maternal Mental Health Hotline
The new National Maternal Mental Health Hotline now has promotional materials on the HRSA MCHB HRSA MCHB Webpage. FAQs also can be found here.
Materials include:
- Printable wallet cards
- Newsletter text
- Social media graphics
- Spanish language materials will be coming soon; please continue to check the materials page for updates
In the coming months, there will be downloadable posters in English and Spanish.
For any additional inquires, now or in the future, please feel free to reach out to the informational inbox at hotline@postpartum.net
ASQ Training Webinars
Introduction to Using the Ages Stages Questionnaires: Intended for family home visitors who want an introduction to understanding the purpose of developmental and social emotional screening. Participants will also learn how to accurately choose, score and interpret the correct screening questionnaire. Live Webinars will be offered quarterly. Registration is required. Click on the date of the session you wish to attend to register. (Minnesota participants only).
ASQ 3 Developmental Screening Training
Register for June 22, 2022 at 8:30 a.m. to 10 a.m.
Register for September 20, 2022 at 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
ASQ: SE Developmental Screening Training
Register for June 30, 2022 at 8:30 a.m. to 10 a.m.
Register for September 28, 2022 at 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
If you do not have an MDH Learning Center Account, please register for an account here.
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