Health policy for PEDIATRIC MENTAL HEALTH

    1. Identify policy related to your team focal area – include the name Pro tip: use the library resources to find information on policy. It is also ok to google “health policy …” 2. Describe the policy - Identify the policy level – federal, state or local. - What is the focus/aim? What is the relationship to your focal area – does this provide funding or establish legal restrictions? - How is it funded, and who manages distributing the funds or oversees the programs? - How is it evaluated, and is it a permanent program or one that needs regular renewal? Pro tip: many health policies have programs with dedicated websites where you can get more information – be sure to include it on the REFERENCE LIST!