Technical Assistance
About Technical Assistance
Perinatal mental health conditions impact 1 in 5 individuals during pregnancy and postpartum, yet 75% of those who screen at risk never receive treatment. Many organizations, whether in healthcare, social services, or workplaces, struggle to implement comprehensive, patient-centered approaches to perinatal mental health care.
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By partnering with Moms Mental Health Initiative (MMHI) for Technical Assistance, your organization can:
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Enhance care coordination and referral pathways
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Improve patient-centered approaches to assessment and follow-up
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Reduce siloed systems and build stronger collaborations
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Expand access to peer support and wraparound services
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Increase the use of effective treatments while reducing crisis-driven interventions
MMHI provides expert guidance, training, and strategic support to ensure that organizations can deliver high-quality, compassionate, and accessible care for perinatal individuals experiencing mental health challenges.
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How MMHI’s Technical Assistance Can Help Your Organization
1. Strengthening Patient-Centered Perinatal Mental Health Practices
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Gain a deep understanding of perinatal mental health conditions, including their impact on individuals and families.
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Improve screening, assessment, and early identification to connect individuals with the right level of care.
2. Enhancing Best Practices for Care Coordination & Follow-Up
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Implement care coordination strategies to ensure seamless transitions between providers.
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Develop follow-up care plans that prioritize long-term well-being rather than crisis-driven interventions.
3. Reducing Siloed Systems & Building Collaborative Networks
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Break through siloed systems by creating collaborative care models between providers, social services, and community organizations.
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Establish clear referral pathways that improve access to specialized perinatal mental health support.
4. Expanding Access to Wraparound Services Like Peer Support
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Integrate peer support into care models to provide lived-experience guidance and non-judgmental assistance.
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Ensure patients have access to the right mix of clinical and community-based support services.
5. Increasing Utilization of Effective Support & Reducing Costly Crisis Interventions
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Help patients connect with the right care earlier, leading to better outcomes and reduced emergency interventions.
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Minimize the financial and operational burdens of untreated perinatal mental health conditions on your organization.
6. Enhancing Care Coordination & Knowledge Among Staff
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Provide training, workshops, and technical support to improve staff understanding of perinatal mental health.
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Equip your team with the tools to effectively support patients, clients, or participants in real-world settings.
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Why Partner with MMHI?
Expertise in Perinatal Mental Health & Peer Support
MMHI has experience in developing, implementing, and supporting perinatal mental health programs through education, advocacy, and direct peer support.
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Tailored Solutions
We work with your organization to create customized strategies that align with your goals, resources, and community needs.
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Commitment to Breaking Barriers & Reducing Stigma
We prioritize equitable access to care, ensuring all perinatal individuals—regardless of background or circumstance—can receive the support they need.
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Let’s Build a Stronger System Together
Investing in Technical Assistance from MMHI means better outcomes for perinatal individuals, improved efficiency for your organization, and a stronger, more connected system of care.
Let’s discuss how MMHI can support your organization’s perinatal mental health efforts.
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