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Expanding Maternal Mental Health Care

May 6 @ 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
An introduction to Project TEACH

In recognition of Maternal Mental Health Awareness Week and Mental Health Awareness Month, the Health and Welfare Council of Long Island (HWCLI) invites you to a virtual information session on Project TEACH, a New York State Office of Mental Health–funded initiative supporting providers who care for pregnant and postpartum individuals.

This session will provide an overview of maternal mental health support services available through Project TEACH and how providers working with pregnant and postpartum individuals can
access these resources.

Who Should Attend?

  • Community Health Workers (CHWS)
  • Social Workers
  • Care Coordinators
  • Mental Health Clinicians
  • Medical Providers
  • Nurses
  • Frontline staff working with birthing individuals and families

This virtual information session will provide an overview of maternal mental health support services available through Project TEACH and how providers working with pregnant and postpartum individuals can access these resources. Attendees will learn how to better support maternal mental health in your practice and connect directly to expert consultation services available statewide.

We encourage you to register to attend, share with your networks, and take advantage of these valuable resources designed to support the health and well-being of families across our communities!

Register Today

Download the Flyer (PDF)

Project TEACH Offers:

All services are provided at no cost by reproductive psychiatrists, perinatal psychologists, and liaison coordinators across seven academic medical centers in New York State. Project Teach offers:

  • Psychiatric consultation and medication guidance during pregnancy & breastfeeding
  • Support with mental health assessment and treatment planning
  • Connections to local therapy and support services
  • Specialized consultation for substance use and lactation concerns
  • Training and education for individuals and teams
  • And so much more!

About Project TEACH

Project TEACH is a New York State Office of Mental Health–funded program designed to increase education and support around perinatal mental health disorders. Recently expanded, the program now offers training and resources for nurses, community health workers (CHWs), social workers, and other professionals working with perinatal individuals throughout New York State.

Details

  • Date: May 6
  • Time:
    11:00 am - 12:00 pm

Venue

  • Health and Welfare Council of Long Island

Organizer

  • Health & Welfare Council of Long Island