The National Nurse-Led Care Consortium

FAIR Project offers civil legal aid and support to help underserved families in Philadelphia thrive.

Supports child development and mental health through training and resources for families and providers.

Empowers nurses to provide holistic care, enhancing accessibility and quality of healthcare.

Enhance nursing skills and earn accredited contact hours through structured professional development programs.

Empowers organizations to enhance health outcomes through tailored training and expert consultations.

Empower communities by addressing health disparities through AmeriCorps service roles.

Enhancing early childhood development through personalized nursing support for families with young children.

Improving health outcomes through integrated legal assistance for vulnerable families.

Programs delivering in-home nursing visits, developmental and health screenings, parenting support, and resource navigation to improve maternal and early childhood outcomes.

Products: Mabel Morris Family Home Visit Program, Philly SPROUT, FAIR Project

Integration of legal services with health care and home visiting to resolve housing, benefits, and other legal barriers that negatively affect health and family stability.

Products: Medical-Legal Partnership, FAIR Project, Mabel Morris Family Home Visit Program

Accredited continuing education, joint-provider training, and workforce development initiatives that upskill nurses, support licensure requirements, and promote nurse-led care models.

Products: Nursing Continuing Professional Development, Nursing Practice and Transformation, Technical Assistance Services

Service-corps fellowships and VISTA placements that build community health capacity, provide professional development, and expand access to preventive and primary care services.

Products: AmeriCorps Programs, Technical Assistance Services

FAIR Project

The Family Advocacy and Integrated Resources (FAIR) Project provides civil legal aid and essential support to families engaged in home visiting services throughout Philadelphia. Through partnerships with legal services and various home visiting programs, the FAIR Project aims to address immediate needs and enhance the overall well-being of families.

• Combine Services for Better Support
  By merging legal assistance with home visiting, families receive comprehensive care that addresses both health and legal needs.
• Integrate Legal Support to Improve Health
  This integration means families can receive crucial legal help while benefiting from health services.
• Provide Immediate Financial Relief
  Financial support ensures families can access basic necessities, reducing stress and fostering stability.
• Identify and Address Legal Issues
  By screening for legal needs, families are connected to vital resources that can prevent issues from escalating.
• Demonstrate Positive Community Impact
  High success metrics highlight the effectiveness of the FAIR Project in improving health and legal outcomes for families.

Philly SPROUT

Philly SPROUT enhances child development and improves infant and early childhood mental health. The program supports children ages 0-5 facing a higher likelihood of developing social-emotional difficulties and aids caregivers in fostering positive parent-child interactions.

• Enhance Mental Health Support
  The program empowers providers to effectively address and support mental health needs within families, driving better health outcomes.
• Build Provider Competence
  Empowers professionals with essential training to improve their effectiveness in supporting children and families, ultimately enhancing service delivery.
• Facilitate Access to Services
  Streamlines the referral process for families in need, ensuring they receive comprehensive support through integrated health services.
• Promote Continuous Learning
  Encourages ongoing education and collaboration among providers, improving skills and engagement to better serve families.
• Sustainable Funding Model
  Ensures the program's longevity and ability to serve families effectively through dedicated financial support.

Nursing Practice and Transformation

The Nursing Practice and Transformation program advances nurse-led healthcare through policy advocacy, consultation, and comprehensive training to reduce health disparities. It empowers nurses to deliver holistic, evidence-based care, enhancing their roles within multidisciplinary teams. The initiative emphasizes effective care coordination and the optimization of care teams, ensuring that nurses practice to the full extent of their licensure and training.

• Deliver Holistic Care
  This approach enables nurses to address not just clinical needs but also social determinants, enhancing overall patient well-being and outcomes.
• Enhance Care Coordination
  The program focuses on developing skills for proactive coordination of care, allowing nurses to work seamlessly within interdisciplinary teams.
• Optimize Care Teams
  By improving the dynamics within care teams, the program aims to elevate the quality of care delivered to patients through collaborative practices.
• Support Nurse Practitioners
  This feature provides essential resources and training aimed at enhancing the skills and operational effectiveness of nurse practitioners across diverse settings.
• Transform Nursing Practice
  Workshops focus on critical principles necessary for redefining healthcare practices to be more nurse-led, ensuring sustainable change in healthcare delivery.
• Proven Outcomes
  This demonstrates the program's effectiveness and impact through a significant number of engaged healthcare professionals benefiting from the training.

Nursing Continuing Professional Development

NNCC offers Nursing Continuing Professional Development (NCPD) through accredited training programs that support nursing professionals. By collaborating as joint providers, organizations can award contact hours, ensuring compliance with ethical and legal standards. NNCC’s process involves engaging with project leads and adhering to strict educational criteria.

• Provides Credible Accreditation
  This feature ensures that training meets high standards recognized nationally, reinforcing trust and reliability among nursing professionals.
• Ensures Ethical Compliance
  Maintains high ethical standards in nursing education, ensuring that participants receive credible and responsible training.
• Facilitates Collaboration
  Allows various organizations to collaboratively expand educational offerings and access to professional development for nurses.
• Streamlines Coordination
  This organized process enhances planning efficiency and clarity, helping teams implement effective training sessions.

Technical Assistance Services

The Technical Assistance Services provided by the National Nurse-Led Care Consortium equip community health centers, schools of nursing, nonprofits, and service agencies with the necessary skills and support to achieve optimal health outcomes for the communities they serve. These services include tailored training programs and expert consultations to address specific operational and clinical challenges.

• Flexible Service Delivery
  Training is offered in multiple formats—virtual, in-person, and workshops—catering to the diverse needs of participating organizations.
• Covers Critical Health Topics
  The training encompasses vital areas such as emergency management and resilience-building, ensuring participants are well-equipped to handle diverse challenges in healthcare delivery.
• Diverse Learning Options
  The program incorporates various learning formats to facilitate accessibility and comprehensibility, ensuring effective knowledge transfer.
• Accessible Fee Structure
  The services are designed to be budget-friendly, providing essential support without financial strain on organizations.
• Engaging Content Creation
  Participants can contribute to knowledge sharing through publications and podcasts, which foster broader engagement within the health community.

AmeriCorps Programs

The AmeriCorps Programs at the National Nurse-Led Care Consortium (NNCC) focus on eradicating poverty and improving community health through various fellowships and VISTA roles. Participants engage in direct service that enhances public health initiatives and builds community resilience. AmeriCorps members receive training, professional development, and an education award for future academic pursuits.

• Gain Hands-On Experience
  Participants engage with vulnerable communities, gaining practical skills in health education and service delivery.
• Lead Fellowships Effectively
  VISTA Leaders mentor and guide fellow members, enhancing program effectiveness and sustainability.
• Support Chronic Disease Efforts
  Members contribute to enhancing health outcomes related to chronic illnesses through targeted interventions.
• Join Health Networks
  Positions help bolster health network capacities, improving community health resources and access.
• Engage with Children Services
  Members work with organizations focused on improving outcomes for children and families.

Mabel Morris Family Home Visit Program

The Mabel Morris Family Home Visit Program offers voluntary, no-cost visits from registered nurses to families in Philadelphia with children ages five and under. This program collaborates with caregivers to foster child development, providing resources, guidance, and support in a nurturing environment. Enrolled families receive bi-monthly visits focusing on parenting strategies, health screenings, and access to developmental resources.

• Receive Two Visits Monthly
  Engage in playtime and discussions with a children's nurse for personalized support tailored to family goals.
• Ensure Child Development Needs Are Met
  Regular screenings to monitor progress and address any concerns promptly.
• Navigate School Enrollment
  Receive guidance to identify the best schooling options for your child.
• Access Needed Resources
  Connect to various support services to help families meet their specific goals.
• Participate in Monthly Events
  Enjoy engaging activities aimed at enhancing family bonding and learning.

Medical-Legal Partnership

The Medical-Legal Partnership (MLP) incorporates lawyers into healthcare teams to address legal barriers affecting health. It facilitates access to legal services aimed at improving overall health outcomes for vulnerable families. By addressing legal issues within the context of healthcare, the MLP helps families overcome obstacles such as housing instability, access to benefits, and unsafe living conditions, ultimately contributing to healthier communities.

• Access Free Legal Representation
  This feature enables families to tackle legal issues that impede their health, ensuring they receive necessary support in housing, education, and more.
• Integrate Legal Aid With Home Visits
  By embedding legal support in home visits, healthcare providers can assist families more comprehensively, addressing both health and legal barriers.
• Identify Legal Needs During Visits
  This proactive approach allows for early identification of legal issues that affect health, facilitating timely interventions for families.