A Free Statewide Forum for Pediatric Care Coordinators

Care coordinators of children and youth with special needs throughout the state of Minnesota can now network, share, and learn from each other through a free website forum. Those interested in being part of this community forum can register to be a free member: https://www.mnpedcares.com.

Forum discussions so far have included:

● Pediatric assessment tools

● Improving the coordination of care

● Effective connection during a pandemic

● Transitions of care to adult care

● And much more!

The forum is part of the Minnesota statewide Pediatric Care Coordination: Community of Practice. The website with the forum also includes upcoming events and trainings (most are free), resources, a directory, and open funding opportunities.

The forum and website is for care coordinators, care navigators, health coaches at primary clinics, care coordinators at specialty care clinics, school nurses, public health nurses, case managers (county, nonprofit, school, etc.), social workers, waiver case managers. It’s for anyone providing care coordination activities and wanting to network with others.

What are the benefits of participating in a community of practice forum? The forum:

● Provides best strategies and effective practices

● Connects members to each other

● Suggests ways to improve systems

● Fosters innovative ideas

● Builds and deepens relationships

● Facilitates meaningful discussions

When you log in after you register, you are added to the website forum where you can network and share information. Visit the website today and join in on the conversation: https://www.mnpedcares.com/forum.