Governor's Policy Subcommittee to Increase Patient Access to SBIRT Services (Charter)

Justification
SBIRT services need to be tailored to specific populations to increase access to and the effectiveness of services.

Description
Disparities in public health outcomes around alcohol and drug issues are evident in Wisconsin. SBIRT is a population health approach to addressing these issues in primary care and public health settings. This subcommittee is charged with addressing barriers to services for populations that are being underserved by WIPHL by developing strategies and recommendations for reducing barriers and delivering services in an age-appropriate, culturally and linguistically competent manner.

Goals/Objectives
Work with a multidisciplinary group to identify and articulate age-appropriate best practices around SBIRT service delivery for adolescents to increase access to services and the effectiveness of service delivery.
Objective 1--Develop a plan with clear measurable objectives and strategies for delivering SBIRT services to adolescents in grant year 3 (fall 2008 through summer 2009).

Measurement of Success
The ability for WIPHL health educators to deliver SBIRT services tailored to adolescents in grant year 3.

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