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Services > Child Health and Disability Prevention (CHDP) Program > Medically Vulnerable Infant Program
Medically Vulnerable Infant Program
The goal of MVIP is to promote optimal health and developmental outcomes by supporting the parents and/or caregivers in understanding and caring for the special needs of their medically vulnerable child. Who is Eligible for MVIP?Families may be referred to MVIP if their infant meets both of the following criteria. 1. She/He has graduated from a California Children Services (CCS) approved Neonatal Intensive Care unit (NICU) or from a CCS approved hospital after transfer from an approved NICU; AND 2. She/He is at risk for developmental problems because of prolonged hospitalization, low birth weight, severe problems at birth, or continuing medical problems or delays in development. MVIP is funded through the State of California Children's Medical Services and follows their criteria. What Services Does MVIP Provide?MVIP services are provided by Pediatric Nurse Practitioners & Public Health Nurses and include:
MVIP services are provided in consultation with Nutritionists, Physical and Occupational Therapists, Psychologists, Social Workers, and Special Educators. For More Information
Medically Vulnerable Infant Program
597 Center Avenue, Suite 265 Martinez, CA 94553 925-313-6920 925-313-6910 fax mvip@hsd.cccounty.us
Content provided by the Family, Maternal & Child Health (FMCH) Programs of Contra Costa Public Health Division. For more information, call 925-313-6254.
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The Medically Vulnerable Infant Program (MVIP) provides early intervention services for babies from birth to age three who are at risk for developmental problems because of medical conditions or complications surrounding the pregnancy or birth. The program provides home support for families and needed intervention to foster optimal developmental outcomes for each child.
