Maternal Child Health
Nurturing the Thriving Mind: School-Based Mental Health
WEDCO partners with the University of Kentucky’s Beautiful Minds Program to support students’ mental health across all three counties.
We bring behavioral health screenings, suicide prevention, and bullying awareness straight into schools, focusing on early intervention and long-term emotional wellness.
Our Approach
Our approach includes:
- In-school mental health assessments using tools like RAAPS
- Behavioral health referrals and access to care
- Suicide risk identification and early response
- Anti-bullying and resiliency education
- Close collaboration with school staff and caregivers
Mental health is a public health issue — and we believe every child deserves support, dignity, and hope.
Explore Maternal Child Health Services & Programs
Look through our services and programs for maternal child health.
KY HANDS
Our free home visiting program offers personalized support for moms-to-be and new parents, from pregnancy through your child’s first two years, helping you every step of the way.
WIC
WEDCO District Health Department proudly offers the WIC Program to support pregnant women, new mothers, infants, and children up to age five.
Pediatric Head Trauma Prevention
Promotes pediatric head trauma prevention through caregiver education, safety awareness, and community outreach to reduce injury risks in infants and young children.
Child Fatality Review
We examine the causes and circumstances of child deaths in our region, with the goal of identifying prevention strategies and improving the health and safety of children in our communities.