Delaware
State Program Description
Administration
The state of Delaware has two FIMR teams: the Kent/Sussex Counties (K/S) team and the New Castle County (NCC) team.
The typical FIMR operates as a two tiered system, with a Community Review Team (CRT) and a separate Community Action Team (CAT). The CAT is often charged with taking the recommendations of the CRT and putting them into action. Does your FIMR use a two tiered system with a functioning CAT?
Yes
Reviews
What is the catchment area for your FIMR program?
Other catchment area randomized process based on month/date of death utilizing odd/even system. Cases with high risk zip zones and maternal interviews utilize the LCP model in reviewing the cases.
What is the average number of cases reviewed by your FIMR team annually?
40 #Stillbirths/Fetal Deaths
40 #Infant Deaths
State Contact
Joan Kelley, RN
FIMR/MMR Program Coordinator
Child Death Review Commission (CDRC)
900 King Street, Suite 220
Wilmington, DE 19803
Phone: (302) 255-1766
Fax: (302) 577-1129
Email: Joan.kelley@state.de.us