Family Wellness Community Health Navigator Program

Our Community Health Navigators work with women who are pregnant or have a baby under the age of one. We also aim to reach and engage those individuals who are statistically the most at-risk for low birth weight and infant mortality.

Did you know?

• In Ohio, African American infants are more than 2.5 times more likely to die in their first year of life compared to white infants.
• Prematurity is the leading cause of low birth weight and infant mortality.
• Mothers who are not able to receive proper nutrition, support, and prenatal care are more susceptible to pregnancy complications and preterm birth.

What do the Community Health Navigators do?

• Increase education and awareness of low birth weight and infant mortality and their impact in the African American community.
• Work to establish and build trusting relationships with individuals and families through general support and encouragement.
• Work to reduce stressors related to racial disparities in the African American community.
• Provide prenatal, parenting, and health information and education.
• Connect individuals and families with quality community resources, services, programs, and baby items such as diapers and car seats.
• Network in the community to build partnering relationships.