Title V Maternal and Child Health Block Grant
Maternal and Child Health (MCH) Title V Block Grant
The Offices of Maternal and Child Health (MCH) and Children with Special Health Care Needs (CSHCN) are responsible for implementation and oversight of the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) Title V Maternal and Child Health Block Grant. This grant program seeks to improve the health of Utah women, infants, children, children with special healthcare needs, adolescents, and families.
Every 5 years, state Title V programs conduct a statewide needs assessment and select state priorities. For each identified priority, a National or State Performance Measure is selected and activities are developed to improve outcomes. For 2021-2025, Utah’s priorities and measures are:
Data are collected and reported annually in order for the Department to evaluate its progress toward improving the health of Utah's mothers and children.
In addition, MCH and CSHCN programs monitor progress for approximately 22 outcome measures (Select "Utah") as outlined by the Federal Maternal and Child Health Bureau.
Download a copy of the Utah Title V Block Grant Application:
Publications:
Contact us
Address:
Utah Department of Health and Human Services
Division of Family Health
Office of Maternal and Child Health
195 North 1950 West
PO Box 142002
Salt Lake City, Utah 84114-2002
Office director:
Laurie Baksh email
lbaksh@utah.gov
Phone:
Monday thru Friday - 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
mch@utah.gov
(385) 454-5008