# St. Louis County Perinatal Collaborative. September 17, 2026

The St. Louis County Perinatal Collaborative meeting held on September 17, 2026, focused on updates and presentations regarding home visiting programs aimed at improving maternal and child health outcomes. Key programs discussed included Heart to Heart, North Star Families, MeSH Universal Home Visiting, and others targeting high-risk pregnancies, substance use disorders, and hypertensive disorders during pregnancy. The meeting highlighted program expansions, new hires, and collaborative efforts with hospitals and community partners. While no direct procurement or contracting decisions were reported, the discussion emphasized funding sources such as the Minnesota Department of Health and ongoing efforts to coordinate referrals and services efficiently. Plans for a Community of Practice event and efforts to enhance resource sharing and collaboration among providers were also outlined.

**Jurisdictions:** sled
**Industries:** Healthcare
**Topics:** Grants & Funding
**Published:** September 17, 2026

### Sources
- [St. Louis County Perinatal Collaborative. September 17, 2026](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OjAxEKwbvmU) - STLouisCountyMNGOV