[Evaluation of an educational booklet about childcare promotion from the family's perception regarding health and citizenship].
This study evaluates the instrument of childcare promotion, the educational booklet Toda hora e hora de cuidar (Anytime is time to care), through the analysis of the caregivers' perception regarding the issues discussed in the booklet. This is a descriptive study using the quantitative and qualitative approaches. Interviews were carried out with 89 family caregivers, users of the Family Health Program in the city of São Paulo. It was observed that most mothers had not completed basic education, and reported the booklet contents were understandable and interesting. The concept regarding childcare was related to affective and work activities. Compared to other institutions, the Basic Health Unit stands out as an important social support. In conclusion, evidence shows that the booklet is effective as an instrument to promote skills and potentials of the community, family and individuals. Furthermore, it is important to use instruments that facilitate the learning process focused on health promotion and community empowerment.
Departamento de Saúde Coletiva da Escola de Enfermagem, Universidade de São Paulo (EEUSP), São Paulo, SP, Brasil. monica_grippo@yahoo.com.br
Monica Lilia Vigna Silva
ML
Grippo
Lislaine Aparecida
LA
Fracolli
D002654:Child Care; D002669:Child Welfare; D002675:Child, Preschool; D005190:Family; D006293:Health Promotion / Q000379:methods*; D006801:Humans; D007223:Infant; D007231:Infant, Newborn; D010174:Pamphlets; D012961:Sociology
Avaliação de uma cartilha educativa de promoção ao cuidado da criança a partir da percepção da família sobre temas de saúde e cidadania.