Resources for IECMH Professionals
If you have questions about your child's development, you may contact the CONNECT Helpline at 1-800-692-7288.
"The CONNECT Helpline assists families in locating resources and providing information regarding child development for children ages birth to age 5. In addition, CONNECT can assist parents by making a direct link to their county Early Intervention program or local preschool Early Intervention program."
Information provided by PA State website
"The CONNECT Helpline assists families in locating resources and providing information regarding child development for children ages birth to age 5. In addition, CONNECT can assist parents by making a direct link to their county Early Intervention program or local preschool Early Intervention program."
Information provided by PA State website
COVID-19: Helpful Resources
FREE WEBINAR: Helping Your Children Manage COVID-19 Realities: Beyond the Facts and Into the Effects on our Lives
COVID- 19 has challenged every dimension of our lives. We are all trying to make sense of what is happening — and how to engage in daily life without feeling worried or bored or even angry. Children are doing the same and are counting on their parents and caregivers to guide them. Yet we are not experts on how to navigate through this unprecedented time; we only have guesses about what could help. This webinar will explore children’s experiences and offer ideas that could mitigate the inevitable challenges of living through this crisis. For more information, click HERE.
COVID-19 Story and Coloring Book for Young Children written by Alliance Members
This resource was co-authored by Julie Ribaudo, Paige Safyer, Sara Stein, and Kate Rosenbloom (and illustrated by my Kate's 12yo daughter) . PA-AIMH wanted to share and feels you might find this helpful. Available for download by parents and others HERE.
Helping Young Children Through the Coronavirus (COVID-19) Crisis Infographic
Sharing a new resource, "Helping Young Kids Through the Coronavirus Crisis" from Zero to Thrive in Michigan! This document is specifically for parents/caregivers. The document walks parents through how to help young children feel safe during this uncertain time. Access this resource HERE.
Access to the Infant Mental Health Journal
With huge thanks to Editor in Chief Holly Brophy Herb, the team at Wiley, leaders at WAIMH/Perspectives, MI-AIMH and the Alliance are grateful to be able to share the following with all of you: Special Notice on the COVID-19 Crisis
"We are saddened and worried for individuals, families, and communities around the world whose lives are being impacted by COVID-19. WAIMH, the Infant Mental Health Journal, the Michigan Association for Infant Mental Health, and the Alliance for the Advancement of Infant Mental Health are committed to promoting the well-being of infants, toddlers, and young children around the world and the relationships that nurture them. These are difficult and rapidly changing times for families and practitioners and resources can help. We hope some of the resources below may be of help."
In response to COVID-19 pandemic, we are making articles relevant to supporting early development in times of crisis freely available here.
How to Deliver Relationship-Based Services via Telehealth
This resource will be invaluable to anyone who is currently providing relationship-based services via telehealth amidst the COVID-19 crisis. Download this 2-page, user-friendly resource now.
Telehealth Guidelines related to COVID-19 in Pennsylvania
The Office of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services (OMHSAS) is issued a March 15, 2020 Memorandum to offer clarification regarding the ability of providers to render telehealth behavioral health services to Medical Assistance (MA) beneficiaries. Access this Memorandum HERE.
Curated Resources from the Pennsylvania Key:
On behalf of the Office of Child Development and Early Learning (OCDEL), the Pennsylvania Key has compiled a list of resources for Early Childhood Education (ECE) Programs and Professionals impacted by COVID-19 in PA. Access those resources HERE.
FREE WEBINAR: Helping Your Children Manage COVID-19 Realities: Beyond the Facts and Into the Effects on our Lives
COVID- 19 has challenged every dimension of our lives. We are all trying to make sense of what is happening — and how to engage in daily life without feeling worried or bored or even angry. Children are doing the same and are counting on their parents and caregivers to guide them. Yet we are not experts on how to navigate through this unprecedented time; we only have guesses about what could help. This webinar will explore children’s experiences and offer ideas that could mitigate the inevitable challenges of living through this crisis. For more information, click HERE.
COVID-19 Story and Coloring Book for Young Children written by Alliance Members
This resource was co-authored by Julie Ribaudo, Paige Safyer, Sara Stein, and Kate Rosenbloom (and illustrated by my Kate's 12yo daughter) . PA-AIMH wanted to share and feels you might find this helpful. Available for download by parents and others HERE.
Helping Young Children Through the Coronavirus (COVID-19) Crisis Infographic
Sharing a new resource, "Helping Young Kids Through the Coronavirus Crisis" from Zero to Thrive in Michigan! This document is specifically for parents/caregivers. The document walks parents through how to help young children feel safe during this uncertain time. Access this resource HERE.
Access to the Infant Mental Health Journal
With huge thanks to Editor in Chief Holly Brophy Herb, the team at Wiley, leaders at WAIMH/Perspectives, MI-AIMH and the Alliance are grateful to be able to share the following with all of you: Special Notice on the COVID-19 Crisis
"We are saddened and worried for individuals, families, and communities around the world whose lives are being impacted by COVID-19. WAIMH, the Infant Mental Health Journal, the Michigan Association for Infant Mental Health, and the Alliance for the Advancement of Infant Mental Health are committed to promoting the well-being of infants, toddlers, and young children around the world and the relationships that nurture them. These are difficult and rapidly changing times for families and practitioners and resources can help. We hope some of the resources below may be of help."
In response to COVID-19 pandemic, we are making articles relevant to supporting early development in times of crisis freely available here.
How to Deliver Relationship-Based Services via Telehealth
This resource will be invaluable to anyone who is currently providing relationship-based services via telehealth amidst the COVID-19 crisis. Download this 2-page, user-friendly resource now.
Telehealth Guidelines related to COVID-19 in Pennsylvania
The Office of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services (OMHSAS) is issued a March 15, 2020 Memorandum to offer clarification regarding the ability of providers to render telehealth behavioral health services to Medical Assistance (MA) beneficiaries. Access this Memorandum HERE.
Curated Resources from the Pennsylvania Key:
On behalf of the Office of Child Development and Early Learning (OCDEL), the Pennsylvania Key has compiled a list of resources for Early Childhood Education (ECE) Programs and Professionals impacted by COVID-19 in PA. Access those resources HERE.
Resources on Screening and Assessment
- Birth to Five: Watch Me Thrive Screening Compendium (ACF)
- The Importance of Developmental and Behavioral Screening. This initiative draws heavily on previous developmental and behavioral screening efforts by consolidating materials from a wide array of federal agencies and their non-federal partners. As part of this initiative, we have published a list of research-based developmental screening tools appropriate for use across a wide range of settings. Select your appropriate audience from the list below to view a tailored guide for use with the compendium that addresses the importance of developmental and behavioral screening, how to talk to parents, where to go for help, and how to select the most appropriate screening tool for the population served as well as the provider implementing the screening.
- Learn the Signs. Act Early. (CDC)
Resources on Trauma
- Helping Youth After Community Trauma (NCTSN)
- After A Crisis: Helping Young Children Heal (NCTSN)
- Early Childhood Trauma (NCTSN)
- A free webinar about stress and trauma. The animals from the book “Once I Was Very Very Scared” are here to share their story and help others learn about stress and trauma. Through story and metaphor this webinar shares common reactions to stress and begins to talk about ways we can support healing and recovery.
- Age Related Reactions to Trauma (NCTSN)
- Helping Children and Families Cope After a Traumatic Event
- The Pyramid Model Book List, specifically the sections titled: Accepting Different Kinds of Friends, Sad Feelings, Angry/Mad Feelings, Scared/Worried Feelings, and Grief/Death.
- Helping Children After a Traumatic Experience A Caregiver Guide
- Coping with Grief After Community Violence
- Helping Children Cope With Trauma At School
- Talking to Children about Hate Crimes and Anti-Semitism
- The Psychological Impact of the Recent Shooting
- Tips for Parents on Media Coverage
- Parent Guidelines for Helping Youth after the Recent Shooting
- Helping School-Age Children with Traumatic Grief: Tips for Caregivers
- Helping Youth After Community Trauma: Tips for Educators
- After a Crisis: Helping Young Children Heal
- Guiding Adults in Talking to Children About Death and Attending Services
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IECMH Categorical Reading Lists
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