Spotlight on Children’s Health

Championing the physical, emotional, intellectual and developmental needs of children

Every child is full of promise and potential, which is why we're dedicated to promoting the well-being and safety of our youngest community members.

The WellSpan Spotlight on Children's Health is a program that helps ensure every child thrives in safe, stable and nurturing relationships and environments.

Investing in children’s development, especially in their earliest years, is key to breaking the cycle of disadvantage. Using a trauma-informed, culturally aware approach, we strive to address the physical, emotional, intellectual and developmental needs of children ages 0 to 6.

We understand there is so much more to childhood development than a healthy start at the pediatrician's office. That’s why our program is also a trusted hub for childhood safety and development topics and a proud partner to organizations and programs that support children's well-being across our communities.

Nurturing the whole child

Our spotlight on children’s health focuses on four broad areas:

Literacy and early childhood development

Early education, especially around language and literacy, has a substantial effect on children's success in school and later life.

Expansion of our popular Reach Out and Read program is one way we’re establishing, growing and sustaining education solutions.

Medical care and screenings

We help ensure routine care for every child, follow their progress and look after all aspects of their health.

Early initiatives reinforce the importance of developmental screenings, lead screenings and fluoride administration.

Infant and child safety

We’re developing a network and playbook to identify and establish evidence-based initiatives promoting safety in all the counties we serve.

Infant safe sleep, car seat safety and household safety are just the starting points.

Unique needs and caregiver support

We're enhancing care options and care access for children with special health care needs, including behavioral health.

Priorities include reducing barriers to care, providing navigation help for caregivers and developing provider resources for making referrals.

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Our pediatrics program

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Pediatrics services

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