Postpartum / Newborn Home Visiting
Postpartum/Newborn Home Visiting services are provided at no charge by Health Department nurses to all first-time mothers and Medicaid eligible women and/or their infants shortly after birth. A one-time visit is provided to follow up on the mother's and infant's health after hospital discharge.
Services
Services include:
- Assessing the health of mother and baby
- Counseling on family planning and infant care
- Verifying/Arranging medical appointments
- Early identification of any health or safety issues
Request a Visit
To request a Postpartum/Newborn Home Visit, call 919-245-2442 or send referrals by fax to 919-644-3312.
Programs
Applying for Medicaid and/or Health Choice:
There are three ways to apply:
- Apply online at ePass
- Apply in person at the Department of Social Services
- Download, print, fill-out, and mail a paper application to:
Orange County Department of Social Services
PO Box 8181
Hillsborough, NC 27278
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