MFAW Program Philosophy
MFAW Guidebook
MFAW Program Philosophy
The MFAW Program respects the dignity of each individual and their family, and partners with participants and families to achieve coordinated, ongoing, comprehensive care within a medical home which will provide for successful functioning at the highest possible level in adulthood. Early identification and integration of resources will enable the best possible health outcomes with the greatest degree of independence within the community.
Core Values
The Program is guided by the following core values:
- Person-centered,
- Outcome oriented,
- Community inclusion,
- Participant, parent(s) and/or responsible party(ies) involvement in ongoing planning,
- Participant, parent(s) and/or responsible party(ies) accountable for achieving independence, and
- Collaborative relationships in all areas.
Special Health Care Needs Mission
To develop, promote, and support community-based systems that enable the best possible health and greatest degree of independence for Missourians with special health care needs.
Vision
All Missourians with special health care needs will have equal access to comprehensive quality health services, enabling them to achieve their highest level of functioning.
Description of Individuals with Special Health Care Needs
Individuals with special health care needs are those who have or are at increased risk for a chronic physical, developmental, behavioral, or emotional condition and who also require health and related services of a type or amount beyond that required by individuals generally.*
*Adapted from the Maternal and Child Health Bureau (MCHB) of the Department of Health and Human Services, Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA).