Prenatal/Postpartum Mood Disorder Task Force

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Main Focus:

Taskforce comprised of private/public sector, community representatives. 

  • Mission/vision statement: "to serve as a catalyst in our community to destigmatize and increase awareness about mental health issues related to childbearing through education, outreach, and collaboration"
  • Created self-assessment tool/resource guide to improve community awareness and access to care. 
  • Seeking funding opportunities to create DVD and conduct conference on prenatal/postpartum mood disorders and to pilot "date night" for parents to strengthen couple bond and social support new parents.