A Note from the Executive Director |
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As July moves along, you may notice that our newsletter is coming to you later than usual. On that topic, I have apologies and gratitude to extend. Firstly, apologies to you all that my recent bout of COVID-19 delayed this important content! Secondly, a personal thank you to any and every healthcare partner out there who has worked on COVID vaccination and care provision. I now have firsthand experience and can say that I believe my family's vaccinations/boosters prevented even more severe outcomes. So a huge THANK YOU to all our healthcare heroes who have provided similar care to thousands of children and families across the state.
Now on to more SBHC business - please read on for a host of important announcements and updates. Wishing all of you health and safety!
Nancy Rodriguez, nancy@nmasbhc.org
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We hope you are enjoying your copy of the 2022 Calendar.
Thank you for all the SBHCs who participated and submitted pictures!
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Project ECHO for SBHCs:
Thank you for your participation in the SBHC Community of Practice!
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Sessions will resume in August. |
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NMASBHC is collaborating with UNM Project ECHO, OSAH and other partners to create an educational and professional development community of practice for SBHCs in New Mexico.
Sessions will resume in August. In the meantime, please feel free to visit the SBHC ECHO Padlet to see recordings of prior sessions, as well as resources for each session.
We hope that the community of practice helped SBHC teams thrive during the transitions that the pandemic has necessitated. Continuing education available for free! Find flyers and more information on our website.
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NMASBHC Youth Advisory Group |
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The Youth Health Advisory Group supports youth to advance health care access for their peers, share expertise on health-related topics and give important youth voice to the field of school-based health care. Participants will engage in activities and projects that can provide critical input to the development and delivery of services, and advocate for SBHC services across the state.
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2022 National School-Based Health Care Conference |
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Thank you for joining us for the 2022 National School-Based Health Care Conference. The speakers and sessions helped to remind us about all the amazing work and advocacy that happens daily in the field of School-Based Health Care across the nation. We look forward to an in-person convention in 2023 in Washington, DC.
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2022 Be the Change
SBHA Youth Conference
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SBHA is hosting the "Be the Change" Youth Training Program virtually on July 12-14, 2022.
If you have any youth interested in participating, please visit the SBHA Youth Hub.
We are excited to share that Liliana & Lorena Larrañaga from Albuquerque High's PAUSE will be presenting a session on July 13 at 1:30 MST. Youth can Register HERE.
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The End of Year Operational Plans were due May 31st. Please make sure that yours is completed. If you have questions, please communicate with Kristin Oreskovich at Kristin.Oreskovich@state.nm.us
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NM Medicaid Presumptive Eligibility Determiner Training |
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Presumptive Eligibility Determiner training is set for July 27th from 8:30am to 4:30pm and July 28th from 8:30am to 2:30pm.
Please contact HSD at the email address below to register for upcoming training. Seating is limited and space is available on a first come, first served basis. After successful registration, you will receive a confirmation e-mail that will include instructions on how to join the training on its scheduled date and time. If you have any questions regarding entities qualified to participate as PEDs, the PED certification process or for more information on training sessions being scheduled for future months, please e-mail HSD.PEDeterminers@state.nm.us
or call 505-476-7151.
Please note that it is very important to have your SBHC team up to date with eligibility determination when school starts. Not only is this an NMDOH-OSAH requirement, but many families may need support in finding coverage if their COVID-era coverage is winding down.
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SBHC MCO Advisory Meeting |
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Save the Date:
SBHC MCO Advisory
July 20, 2022
1:30 PM
Please contact Nancy or Wilma if you have any questions.
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Planning a Youth Vaccination Event?
Help is Available!
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New Mexico's school-age immunization rates are lower than in past, thanks to the pandemic. NMDOH and the Medicaid Managed Care Organizations are working hard to support summer-time events to ensure children get back on schedule with required immunizations. If your clinic or organization wishes to plan a special immunization event, the MCOs are willing to help and can send out outreach teams in person. Please let NMASBHC know if you need that support, and we'll connect you to the appropriate staff at Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Mexico, Presbyterian, and/or Western Sky Community Care. |
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Clinic Resources, Training Opportunities and Community Announcements |
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Reproductive Health Asynchronous Trainings
Provide 1.0 CME each
These recorded webinars on Moodle address multiple reproductive health concerns each providing 1.0 CME each after creating an account with UNM HSC moodle and completing the required surveys.
Virtual IUD Practicums
If you or your team are interested in virtual IUD practicums, join us via zoom to receive hands-on, individualized training with 2.0 CME at no cost!
If you are from Albuquerque: Register at least one week ahead of time. We can set up a pick up or drop off for the materials! If you are in NM, outside Albuquerque: Register a month ahead. We can send you a box of everything you need with postage to send it back! Click to register.
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Receive your materials and take the pre-survey! Let us know when you receive the materials via text or email! Join us via Zoom. Receive your one-on-one training with our clinical trainer. Take the immediate post-survey. Return the materials. We will set up another pick-up/drop off or you can send the box back with the postage provided! If you are an LMP site you get to keep everything for future practice. If you are interested in becoming a site email us!!! You will receive 2.0 CME in 2 weeks time! Take the post-survey 3 months later. |
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SBHC Staff are amazing!
Please feel free to share these open positions with your colleagues and peers.
UNMH Atrisco High Academy SBHC
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The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline is changing from a 10 digit number to a 3 digit number to provide easier access to related behavioral health crisis resources, which are distinct from 911 (where the focus is on dispatching Emergency Medical Services, fire, and police as needed).
Upcoming community workshops are designed to introduce you to the New Mexico 988 Behavioral Health Crisis Line, which launches on July 16, 2022.
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The Annual “Got Shots” campaign is from July 9th through August 31.
You are invited to participate as a Got Shots provider for your community.
Please join the New Mexico Department of Health, the New Mexico Primary Care Association and the New Mexico Immunization Coalition, along with managed care partners, Presbyterian Healthcare Services, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Mexico, and Western Sky Community Care, in making sure that all New Mexico children are immunized on time!
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Moderna Vaccine Fact Sheets |
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There are updates to the EUA Fact Sheets and Full EUA Prescribing Information for the Moderna COVID-19 Vaccine.
The newest updates include educational resources specific to the Moderna COVID-19 Vaccine indication for children 6 months – 5 years of age for vaccination providers. For more information, please see the Moderna COVID-19 Vaccine Fact Sheet for Healthcare Providers Administering Vaccine (Vaccine Providers) and Full Prescribing Information.
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Wildfire Smoke Safety - Creating a Clean Room at Home |
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Due to the wildfire impact on our NM communities, here are some important steps families can take to prepare and decrease the effects of smoke from wildfires and prescribed fires!
Preparing and taking action during fire season is especially important for the health of children, older adults, and people with heart or lung disease. During a wildfire or prescribed fire, local officials may advise you to stay indoors as outdoor air quality becomes unhealthy from smoke. While sheltering, some of this smoke, a complex mixture of gases and fine particles, can enter your home and affect your indoor air quality.
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July Health Awareness Activities |
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National Youth Sports Week is July 20-26 |
Participation in youth sports encourages physical activity, teamwork and healthy lifestyles. The National Youth Sports Strategy is the first federal road map that gives some action steps and techniques to encourage participation in youth sports.
It is also important for youth to get a sports physical, do warm-ups before practices and games, learn proper technique for their sport, hydrate and eat nutritious meals in order to help prevent injury. View the video for some tips for youth to get active indoors. |
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BIPOC Mental Health Awareness Month |
July is BIPOC Mental Health Awareness Month. The month is dedicated to increasing awareness about the struggles and impact of mental illness of underrepresented minority groups in the U.S.
Resources:
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Support NMASBHC this year! |
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