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CCEP
1. Child Care Enhancement Program (CCEP) Administered by the Michigan Department of Community Health Mental Health Services to Children and Families Funded by the Michigan Department of Human Services
Before the definition rolls out ask people what SE health is to them- flip chart their answers. Roll the definition out. Tell participants that this is a definition that was created during a statewide workgroup on SE health that was made up of MIAIMH members, parents, caregivers, CCEP people, etc. This is the common definition being used in the state. Tell them we want to break it down a bit together so we are all on the same page in talking about what SE health really is.
Now that we know what SE health is- why is it important? From DCH booklet: (pg. 4) At birth an infants brain has about 100 billion nerve cells- that have not yet formed critical connections- research shows that these connections are primarily formed by attentive care and nurturing stimulation from the outside world. Can add more here from the book. Generate some group feedback and then go into these research bullets: Relationships are the building blocks for healthy development in all areas. Research shows that critical brain connections in the early years are primarily formed by attentive care and nurturing stimulation by caregivers. It is within the security of relationships that an infant or toddler feels safe and confident and able to explore the world with enthusiasm and curiosity.