LAC 67:III.7131. Services

A. Services include, but are not limited to: 1. outreach to at-risk populations eligible for the program; 2. utilization of registered nurses, who are licensed in accordance with R.S. 37:911 et seq., to perform the following functions: a. assessment and evaluation of needs related to pregnancy or parenting; and b. provision of medically accurate, pregnancy-related medical information to program participants. 3. utilization of social workers, who are licensed in accordance with R.S. 37:2701 et seq., or other licensed individuals with equivalent experience to perform the following functions: a. development of a care plan, resources, and support for program participants to address identified needs; b. referrals to appropriate local resources including, without limitation, state and federal benefits programs and local charitable organizations; c. assistance in applying for state and federal benefits programs; and d. assistance in accomplishing elements of the care plan. 4. coordination for pregnant women served by the telecare support network of appointments with in-person pregnancy resources centers or similar agencies in this state which provide information and services including, without limitation, counseling, ultrasound services, pregnancy tests, prenatal assistance, parenting classes, material support, and adoption information.