ASTHMA START PROGRAM, ALAMEDA COUNTY PUBLIC HEALTH DEPARTMENT (ACPHD) COMMUNITY HEALTH SERVICES
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Description: Works with families of children with asthma by providing in-home case management services. Develops an action plan to assist families in controlling their children's asthma. These services include the following:
Education to families about asthma, asthma triggers, prevention, asthma medications, etc.
Remote home inspections to identify the causes or triggers of a child's asthma attacks.
Developing individualized goals tailored to each family's specific needs.
Collaboration with schools to ensure that asthma medication is available for every child with asthma at the site. Asthma education is also provided to staff at schools and day care providers.
Collaboration with medical providers at local hospitals and clinics.
Working with landlords on behalf of clients when appropriate.
Assistance with housing, employment, and health insurance.
Providing referrals to smoking cessation services and other services as needed
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