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Searchline: a computerized directory of services.

A T Carson, E W Lynch

    Children'S Health Care : Journal of the Association for the Care of Children'S Health
    |February 4, 1988
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    Finding community resources for families with high-risk or handicapped young children (0-5 years) is simplified by SearchLine. This computerized directory helps parents and professionals locate essential educational, health, and social services tailored to specific child needs.

    Area of Science:

    • Child Development
    • Public Health
    • Information Science

    Background:

    • Families with high-risk or handicapped children (0-5 years) often need services from multiple community agencies.
    • Locating and accessing these specialized resources can be challenging for parents and professionals.

    Framework:

    • SearchLine is a computerized directory of community services developed by Project IINTACT.
    • It aims to facilitate the identification and utilization of appropriate resources for families and young children.

    Implementation:

    • The database includes educational, health, and social service agencies.
    • SearchLine accommodates individualized needs by considering descriptors related to language, handicapping condition, desired services, and child's age.
    • A computer algorithm generates a tailored list of community resources based on these combined descriptors.

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    Implications:

    • SearchLine enhances access to critical support systems for vulnerable families.
    • Improved resource navigation can lead to better outcomes for young children with special needs.
    • This system demonstrates the potential of information technology in bridging service gaps in community health and social support.