Changes to the Well Child/Tamariki Ora Framework

Summary

This document sets out the changes that are being made to the 2002 Well Child/Tamariki Ora Framework (the Framework) following a major review. The document describes the findings of the Review and the changes to the Framework phased in from 1 July 2010.

The Framework sets out the policy context for the Well Child/Tamariki Ora Programme and should be read in conjunction with the revised Well Child/Tamariki Ora schedules (2010) and the national service specification for Well Child/Tamariki Ora services (2002).

Content includes:

• findings of the Review and its recommendations
• key changes to the Framework and National Schedule from July 2010
• policy context for the Well Child/Tamariki Ora Programme
• future developments.