Number of OCHD referrals to PEERS Family Development.
Current Value
7
Definition
Story Behind the Curve
Since September 2022, the Onslow County Health Department started tracking referrals made to the Onslow County Parents, Education, Empathy, Rapport, and Support (PEERS) Family Development Center. PEERS Family Development Center services support families by providing adolescent parenting programs, childcare, and educational support (e.g. stress and anger management, basic baby care) with the goal of preventing child abuse and neglect. The Health Department refers pregnant patients under the age of 19 to PEERS Family Development.
Monthly referrals will vary, as referrals are only made for pregnant patients under the age of 19.
Partners
Onslow County PEERS Family Development Center
Onslow County Health Department
What Works
Building trust between Onslow County Health Department staff and patients
Collaboration with Onslow County PEERS Family Development Center for referrals
Action Plan
Continue screening for needs
Remind staff to make referrals to PEERS Family Development Center during regular staff meetings
Make referrals to Onslow County PEERS Family Development Center as indicated
Continue working with Onslow County PEERS Family Development Center to refine referral process