Improving Infant Health, "Why Safe Sleep Matters" Stories

Indiana faced an alarmingly high infant mortality rate of 8.9 deaths per 1,000 live births between 2016 and 2020, surpassing both state and national averages. In response to these high rates of infant mortality, several partners in Cass County, Indiana worked with Purdue to create evidence-based, educational stories on safe infant sleep practices, available in English, Spanish, and Haitian Creole.

These courses will be disseminated through various channels, including in-home visits, public health departments, workplace televisions, and hospital discharge procedures. This innovative approach aims to enhance health literacy and reduce infant mortality among marginalized populations by eliminating barriers to information access and ensuring content relevance for Hispanic and Haitian communities.

If your organization would like to consider using the “Why Safe Sleep Matters” educational stories within your community to help new moms and families understand the importance of safe sleep practices for babies, please fill out our contact form so we can collaborate and provide you access to our comprehensive “Why Safe Sleep Matters” curriculum.

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Program Eligibility

To use Safe Sleep Educational stories, organizations typically need to be involved in promoting health and safety, particularly for infants and young children. Here are some additional types of organizations that might qualify:

Non-Profit Organizations:

Child Advocacy Groups: Organizations focused on child welfare and safety.
Parenting Support Groups: Groups that provide resources and support to new parents.

Government Agencies:

Public Health Departments: Local, state, or federal agencies that promote public health initiatives.
Child Protective Services: Agencies that work to ensure the safety and well-being of children.

Educational Institutions:

Early Childhood Education Centers: Preschools and daycare centers that educate young children.
Schools and Universities: Institutions that offer programs in health education or child development.

Community Organizations:

Faith-Based Organizations: Churches, mosques, synagogues, and other religious groups that provide community support.
Community Centers: Local centers that offer various programs and resources for families.

Healthcare Providers:

Pediatric Clinics: Clinics that specialize in the health care of infants and children.
Family Health Centers: Centers that provide comprehensive health services to families.

Social Services:

Family Support Services: Organizations that offer support and resources to families in need.
Homeless Shelters: Shelters that provide safe environments for families and children.

These organizations can play a crucial role in disseminating safe sleep practices and educational stories to ensure the well-being of infants and young children.