Community health workers (CHWs) can help bridge gaps in care by meeting children where they are — at home and in communities. CHWs are linked to better well-child care, improved identification of social needs, and fewer emergency department visits.

Medicaid, which covers nearly half of U.S. children, can play a vital role in expanding this evidence-based workforce by supporting CHW integration into pediatric care teams. This infographic illustrates current challenges in pediatric care, how CHWs can help close gaps in care, and opportunities for Medicaid and its partners to advance CHW integration. For additional insights, read the CHCS brief, Promoting Healthy Foundations: Medicaid Opportunities to Support Community Health Workers in Child Health Care.