Title V funds are divided with 65.1% used to address all MCH population and 34.9% for children with special health care needs priorities. MCH allocates the bulk of funding allowing for discretionary use by the LHD for provision of enabling, population health services and system building activities. MCH evidence informed strategies or “MCH packages” are designed to address specific priorities identified in the 2020 Needs Assessment.

All OCSHCN funding goes toward providing, facilitating, and supporting KY’s children and youth with special health care needs.

The 2020-2025 priorities continue to be:

• Maternal Morbidity and Mortality
• Infant Mortality
• Injury (Child Abuse and Neglect)
• Overweight and Obesity Among Teens
• Oral Health
• Substance Abuse
• Adequate Health Insurance Coverage
• Transitioning Services
• Access to Care
• Data Capacity/Surveillance
• Mental Health Support (ACEs and Suicide Reduction)
• Supporting care and transition for children with special health care needs

LHDs collaborate with community stakeholders for matching funds for projects related to the MCH population and for outreach and support to the community.