North Carolina Baby Love Maternal Outreach Workers Program
Implementation support is not currently available for the model as reviewed.
Model effectiveness research report last updated: 2012
Effectiveness
Evidence of model effectiveness
| Title | General population | Tribal population | Domains with favorable effects |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Carolina Baby Love Maternal Outreach Workers Program | Does not meet HHS criteria because there are no high- or moderate-rated effectiveness studies of the model. | Does not meet HHS criteria for tribal population because the model has not been evaluated with a tribal population. |
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Model description
The Maternal Outreach Worker (MOW) was designed to reduce infant mortality and morbidity by providing social support and outreach to Medicaid-eligible women and infants who typically do not receive preventative health care services. Local health agencies established specific eligibility criteria and implemented the program, which included monthly home visits to pregnant women through their child’s first birthday. Home visits were conducted by paraprofessional MOWs and generally consisted of health education, emotional support, direct services, and referrals. Local health agencies determined the specific home visiting content and MOWs created a unique plan of care for each family.
Extent of evidence
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Summary of findings
When a model has no manuscripts that report high- or moderate-rated findings, HomVEE does not report research findings.
Implementation
Implementation support is not currently available for the model as reviewed.
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Model implementation profile last updated: 2012
Where to find out more
Sandra Terrell, MS, RN
Assistant Director for Clinical Policy and Programs
NC Division of Medical Assistance
Clinical Policy & Programs
2501 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-2501
Phone: 919-855-4100
Email: sandra.terrell@hhs.nc.gov