Arizona MIECHV Program Performance Report FY 2023

This document is a performance report for the Arizona Maternal, Infant, and Early Childhood Home Visiting (MIECHV) Program for fiscal year 2023. It outlines the allocation of ARP funds to MIECHV awardees to support families impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. The report details the evidence-based home visiting models utilized in Arizona, including Family Spirit, Health Start, and Nurse-Family Partnership, among others. It presents data on program participants, including 3,023 individuals and 1,538 households, with a total of 18,743 home visits conducted. The report highlights that a significant percentage of households served are at or below the Federal Poverty Guidelines. Additionally, it documents performance improvements in benchmark areas, with the Arizona MIECHV program meeting requirements for improvement in five out of six benchmark areas. Specific performance highlights include safe sleep practices and early language and literacy activities among enrolled children.