Program for family visits in the provision of early intervention services.
About Program
THE MODEL FOR HOME VISITS AND PROVISION OF EARLY INTERVENTION SERVICES
- Project code LT03-2-SAM-TF-002
- Project manager - Lithuanian University of Health Sciences
- DESCRIPTION OF THE MODEL FOR HOME VISITS AND PROVISION OF EARLY INTERVENTION SERVICES
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Breaking News
In a notable press conference titled "1000 Days of Motherhood: an Action Plan," organized by the Minister of Social Security and Labour, Monika Navickienė, Family Visiting Specialists Ligita Vitkienė and Vytautė Švedienė shared their remarkable experiences in family outreach. They highlighted the crucial role of family visit specialists in identifying early signs of potential issues and engaging effectively with families. Their stories underscored the profound impact of timely interventions, suggesting that these efforts could even be life-saving or prevent severe distress.
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Our Team
Meet our experienced professionals
Principal investigator
Head of the Department of Nursing
Lithuanian University of Health Sciences
Project administrator, Researcher
Midwife, Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology
Lithuanian University of Health Sciences
Researcher
An obstetrician-gynecologist
Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology
Lithuanian University of Health Sciences
Researcher
Department of Nursing
Lithuanian University of Health Sciences
Researcher
Family doctor
Department of Family Medicine
Lithuanian University of Health Sciences
Researcher
Midwife, Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology
Lithuanian University of Health Sciences
THE FIRST FAMILY VISITING SPECIALISTS
Information for nurses and midwives
Nurses and midwives are acknowledged as essential members of multidisciplinary teams that focus on addressing social determinants of health, promoting positive childhood outcomes, and enhancing health literacy. These healthcare professionals are primarily responsible for delivering direct patient care and maintaining extensive interpersonal connections. To effectively offer crucial knowledge to the families they assist and to evaluate their readiness for parenthood, they must attain proficiencies pertaining to physiological and psychological changes during pregnancy, newborn and infant safety, the significance of fostering parent-child bonding, and the establishment and preservation of a secure environment.
Community and general practice nurses, along with midwives, are required to successfully complete the Family Nurse Partnership Programme prior to commencing their service provision.
The goal of the "Family Visiting for Early Intervention" training program is to equip professionals who visit families with the skills they need to offer preventive support to families facing risks. This postgraduate program draws from Human Ecology Theory, Attachment Theory, Self-efficacy Theory, and international best practices like the Nurse Family Partnership (NFP).
The program spans 63 hours and is divided into three modules:
I. Healthy Pregnancy and Healthy Baby: This module aims to encourage pregnant women to shift their behavior towards healthier choices. It covers changes like adopting a safer diet and avoiding risky habits such as smoking, alcohol, and drugs. It also helps expectant mothers prepare for childbirth and the care of their baby.
II. Maternal and Child Health, and Social Well-being: The objective here is to provide families with knowledge and training that empower them to make informed decisions. Families are made aware of the factors both within and outside their control that influence the health and well-being of both babies and families.
III. Parenting Skills Training: This module introduces the fundamental aspects of the parent-child relationship. It teaches principles from attachment theory, human ecology theory, and self-efficacy theory in practical ways to help parents develop effective parenting skills.
In summary, the training program aims to prepare family visiting professionals to provide early support to families at risk by focusing on promoting healthy behaviors during pregnancy, enhancing overall family well-being, and developing strong parent-child relationships.
Pasibaigus projektui šeimų lankymo specialistai taps naujų šeimų lankymo specialistų praktikos mokytojais (mentoriais). Praktikos mokytojas (mentorius) – slaugytojas ar akušeris, baigęs Šeimų lankymo specialistų podiplominių mokymų programą, ir turintis ne mažesnį kaip 2 metų darbo stažą šeimų lankymo programoje.
International experience
While family visitation services are still relatively new in Lithuania, they have been established worldwide for quite some time. The practice of visiting families in their homes, providing guidance, and assisting them in preparing for parenthood is backed by scientific research. Despite the limited number of family visitation specialists in Lithuania, their significance cannot be overlooked. Professor Aurelija Blaževičienė, who leads the project "Developing a Model for Family Visiting in Early Intervention Services," showcased the initial experiences of Lithuania's first family visiting professionals in a poster presentation during the International Council of Nurses (ICN) World Congress held in Montreal, Canada, from July 1st to 5th. The Congress centered around the topic "Nurses Together: A Force for Global Health" and drew over 6,000 participants from 150 countries. The presentations were warmly received, and the chance to exchange best practices with researchers from other nations further enhances the project's value during the implementation phase.
STORIES OF FAMILIES
THE KEY TO SUCCESS - SHARING IT
