Better Birth Outcomes
Better Birth Outcomes is a statewide program funded by the Department of Human Services. The Better Birth Outcomes (BBO) program serves pregnant women and infants under six months of age. If you are pregnant or have a baby under six months of age and are on WIC, Medicaid/SNAP, or qualify under income-guidelines, you are eligible. The goals of the program are to reduce the infant mortality rate, promote wellness and healthy lifestyles in pregnant women, and infants up to the age of 6 months. BBO services include: health education, family planning education, supportive personal contact, assessment of needs, and referrals to other social service agencies and medical services.
Better Birth Outcomes can help you:
Find a doctor for a healthy pregnancy or child care
Understand the importance of a reproductive health plan
Understand the importance of early and regular prenatal care
Understand the importance of regularly scheduled well child visits and immunizations
Understand the stages of your child’s development.
Provide health and nutrition education in person and online
A BBO Nurse Navigator can also connect you to other resources
Enroll you and your child/children in WIC
Youth Care Program
Youth Care (also known as Healthworks HWIL) is a collaborative effort between the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS), the Department of Healthcare and Family Services (HFS). Healthworks Illinois ensures that children in foster care receive quality healthcare services that meet their individual needs. Medical case management is provided for youth under the age of 6, who are in foster care. Medical care management ensures that children meet all health care requirements, like routine examines, immunizations, dental care, and hearing and vision screenings.
For additional information about these programs:
Contact: The Maternal Child Health Coordinator 309-627-2812, ext. 223 Call for any questions or to make an appointment.
Office Hours: Tuesday and Wednesday 8 AM – 4 PM.
