Head Start Health forms in EmpowOR
The HEALTH/EDUCATION EVENTS FORMS in empowOR collect required data for the Head Start/Early Head Start program. Each dropdown selection opens sub-forms for specific topics like immunizations or assessments, capturing detailed information.
Household Intake Process
- Collect Basic Info – Gather individual participant details.
- Create Household Record – Enter basic household information.
- Complete Supplemental Forms – Forms vary based on funder or agency requirements in the Work Template.
- Enroll the Child – Assign the participant to the correct Head Start program and classroom.
- Access Health & Disability Forms – These become available only after enrollment.
Updating Information
- Each form captures data at a specific point in time.
- When new information arises, create a new form rather than editing or deleting old data.
- Old forms remain as historical records and can be accessed when needed.
Steps to Create a New Health/Education Form
- In the Work Template, click on HEALTH/EDUCATION EVENTS.
- Click the green plus (+) button to open a new form.
- Select a form type from the dropdown menu.
- The form will display three columns:
- Event details (dates, status, staff, provider, enrollment)
- Specific health form (e.g., allergy, hearing, dental exam)
- Referrals, treatments, and notifications
List of Available Forms
- Allergy
- Assessment
- Behavior Request
- Behavior Screening
- Dental Exam
- Developmental Screening
- Growth
- Hearing
- Immunization
- Medical Tests
- Nutrition
- Other
- Physical/Wellness Visit
- Vision