Bright Futures

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About Bright Futures | BF Education for Providers | BF Links and Resources

Bright Futures is a national health promotion and disease prevention initiative that addresses children’s health needs in the context of family and community. In addition to use in pediatric practice, many states implement Bright Futures principles, guidelines and tools to strengthen the connections between state and local programs, pediatric primary care, families, and local communities.

ICAAP is now partnering with the Illinois Department of Healthcare and Family Services (HFS) to promote Bright Futures in Illinois, to assist in integrating Bright Futures into state programs, and to improve awareness of Bright Futures among primary care providers, families, and advocates.

To learn more about the national Bright Futures initiative or to download resources for providers, families, and advocates, visit the American Academy of Pediatrics Bright Futures site.

About Bright Futures

Learn about ICAAP’s Bright Futures project and its goals and activities.

Bright Futures Education for Providers

Access educational information about the Bright Futures recommendations, including provider notices and educational videos on Bright Futures topics.

Bright Futures Links and Resources

Find links to numerous Bright Futures resources for providers, families, and advocates alike, including fact sheets, toolkits, national and local initiatives, and more.

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For more information about ICAAP’s statewide Bright Futures work or to get involved, contact:

Rachel Sacks, MPH
Manager, Early Childhood Development
Phone: 312/733-1026 ext 218
Fax: 312/733-1791
rsacks@illinoisaap.com