Understanding Social Determinants of Health and Health Equity
This section of the Health Manager Orientation Guide introduces social determinants of health and the importance of health equity.
Health Equity
These resources address health disparities, social determinants of health, and efforts to close the disparities gap. Resources address differences in physical health, mental health, safety, nutrition, and oral health outcomes based on race, ethnicity, socio-economic status, education, housing status, and other factors.
Leveraging Sources of Resilience to Support Mental Health
Watch this webinar recording to learn how to connect Head Start children, families, and staff with community resources that promote resilience and strengthen their mental health.
Child Care Health Consultants Advancing Health Equity
This webinar explores ways CCHCs can apply principles of health equity and cultural competence to address health disparities and foster linkages to community resources.
Bringing Families Together to Build Community Well-being
In part two of Sesame Street in Communities' Racial Justice Resources to Promote Social and Emotional Skills webinar series, learn how to bring families together and build a strong sense of community.
Celebrating Ourselves on the Inside and Out
In part one of Sesame Street in Communities' Racial Justice Resources to Promote Social and Emotional Skills webinar series, learn how to support children to celebrate our differences on the inside and out.
Racial Justice Resources to Promote Social and Emotional Skills Webinar Series
View these videos to learn more about celebrating identities, building community, and resolving conflicts with resources designed for young children, their families, and the staff who care for them.
Connecting All Parents with Perinatal Mental Health Services
Perinatal depression is common, but it can be treated with screening and referrals for care. In this webinar recording, learn strategies to help all birthing parents access effective mental health care.
Historical Trauma
In this video, learn tips for how to navigate traumatic racial experiences with Head Start staff and families. Learn how trauma-informed care and historical trauma relate to Head Start services.
Pathways to Mental Health, Wellness, and Healing
Watch this video for perspectives on mental health within historically marginalized communities. Learn strategies to promote mental health and healing that can be applied in Head Start programs.
Mental Health and Equity
Watch these videos to learn to support a variety of pathways to mental health and healing. The videos raise awareness about the effect of historical trauma on mental health and how to reduce barriers of bias.