Building Family-Centered Care Capacity for Pediatrics
GrantID: 8533
Grant Funding Amount Low: $50,000
Deadline: Ongoing
Grant Amount High: $50,000
Summary
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Family-Centered Care Strategies for Pediatric Health in North Dakota
North Dakota's healthcare landscape shows a stark contrast between its urban centers and rural communities, presenting unique challenges for families dealing with pediatric infectious diseases. Approximately 38% of the state's children live in rural areas, where access to specialized healthcare can be limited. Data reflect that families in these areas often travel over 100 miles to access pediatric care, creating barriers to timely treatment. This reality is compounded by a shortage of healthcare professionals, particularly pediatricians, in the state.
The populations most affected by these challenges include rural families who may struggle with transportation logistics and those with limited financial resources. Additionally, the geographic isolation prevalent in many rural communities can make it difficult for families to receive comprehensive and coordinated care, leading to inconsistent treatment experiences for their children.
The funding initiative seeks to implement family-centered care strategies that prioritize the involvement of families in the healthcare decisions for their children. This approach recognizes the crucial role that families play in managing pediatric health, especially concerning infectious diseases. By emphasizing a collaborative framework, the initiative aims to enhance communication and trust between healthcare providers and families, ultimately improving treatment adherence and outcomes.
Through this funding, healthcare providers will receive training on family-centered care principles, enabling them to involve families as active participants in care plans. This is particularly important given that many families in North Dakota express a desire for greater involvement in decision-making regarding their children's health. Enhancing family engagement fosters an environment where families feel more empowered and informed, potentially leading to improved treatment adherence and better health outcomes.
In summary, the initiative focused on family-centered care strategies in North Dakota underscores the importance of involving families in the management of pediatric health, particularly for infectious diseases. By creating a more integrated and collaborative care environment, this funding aims to address the gaps created by geographic isolation and provider shortages, ultimately fostering positive health outcomes for children throughout the state.
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