The Division of Maternal, Child, and Adolescent Health (MCAH) supports and advocates for the wellbeing of infants, mothers, fathers, children, and adolescents, and their families in Los Angeles County.
All women, men, infants, children, adolescents, and their families in Los Angeles County will thrive in a safe, healthy, and nurturing environment.
To maximize the health and quality of life for all women, infants, children, and adolescents and their families in Los Angeles County.
The Maternal, Child, and Adolescent Health (MCAH) Division envisions a safe, healthy, and nurturing environment for all women, infants, children, adolescents, and families in Los Angeles County. Its major programs include:
Supporting the health and well-being of birthing people, infants, and families is essential for strong, thriving communities. Our comprehensive prenatal and postpartum programs are designed to provide guidance, care, and resources throughout pregnancy, childbirth, and the early stages of parenting.
Every child deserves a healthy start in life. Our child health programs support families with young children by offering essential services and trusted information to promote safe, healthy development. From home visiting for new parents to expert guidance on how to access quality early learning, we are here to help caregivers during key developmental stages.
Healthy teens grow into healthy adults. Our adolescent health initiatives are designed to empower youth with the knowledge, resources, and support they need to thrive. We engage young people directly through our Youth Advisory Council, ensuring their voices shape the programs that serve them.
The MCAH Data Resource Center is designed to improve access to local Maternal, Child, and Adolescent Health (MCAH) data. Its goal is to offer a centralized, user-friendly online hub featuring a wide range of local datasets, interactive tools, and related data resources. This platform supports public health professionals, researchers, practitioners, policymakers, and students in making informed decisions and advancing maternal and child health efforts. Click here to learn more.
Interested in finding a CPSP Provider near you? Click learn more to locate one near you.
Learn MoreKnow of someone expecting and/or recently postpartum who could benefit from participating in LA County’s Home Visiting Programs? Confidentially refer them today. Click learn more to access the form.
Learn MoreAre you a Black/African American woman, age 18 or older, up to 30 weeks pregnant or parenting a child less than 6 months old looking for support through your pregnancy/postpartum journey? Consider joining the Black Infant Health Program. Click learn more below for full details.
Learn MoreFind out about preventive screenings, diagnostic, treatment, rehabilitation, and other follow-up services for Children in LA County. Click below to learn more.
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