Appendix E-2019 Nsch Production Letters

Appendix E: 2019 NSCH Production Sample Letters

NSCH11pa _REVISED_04/09/2019
Dear (insert City) Resident:
Your address has been selected to participate in the National Survey of Children’s Health. This
survey collects information that is used to improve the health of children and families throughout
the United States. The U.S. Census Bureau conducts this survey on behalf of the U.S. Department of
Health and Human Services. The success of this survey depends on your participation. The results
will help your state better understand and respond to the health care needs of children and families.
If there are no children age 0 to 17 in your household, we still want to hear from you.
Responding to this survey is easy:
1. Go to: https://respond.census.gov/nsch
2. Enter your Login ID:
If you are unable to complete the survey online:
Complete the enclosed paper questionnaire and return it in the postage-paid envelope provided.

Your household was randomly selected as part of this voluntary survey. We cannot replace your
household with another one. The survey takes less than 5 minutes if there are no children in your
household, and, on average, 33 minutes for households with children. If you need assistance with the
survey or have questions, please call 1–800–845–8241 or email us at childrenshealth@census.gov.
The Census Bureau is required by law to protect your information. We are not permitted to publicly
release your responses in a way that could identify your household. The Census Bureau is conducting
this survey under the authority of Title 13, United States Code (U.S.C.), Section 8(b) and Section
501(a)(2) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. §701). Federal law protects your privacy and keeps your
answers confidential under Title 13, U.S.C., Section 9. Per the Federal Cybersecurity Enhancement
Act of 2015, your data are protected from cybersecurity risks through screening of the systems that
transmit your data.
This survey has been approved by the Office of Management and Budget (OMB). The eight-digit OMB
approval number 0607-0990 appears in the bottom left corner of the survey web page and in the
upper left corner on the back cover of the paper questionnaire. If this number were not displayed,
we could not conduct this survey.
Thank you for your help.
Sincerely,

Steven D. Dillingham
Director
Enclosure

NSCH11wa _REVISED_04/09/2019
Dear (insert City) Resident:
Your address has been selected to participate in the National Survey of Children’s Health. This
survey collects information that is used to improve the health of children and families
throughout the United States. The U.S. Census Bureau conducts this survey on behalf of the
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. The success of this survey depends on your
participation. The results will help your state better understand and respond to the health care
needs of children and families. If there are no children age 0 to 17 in your household, we still
want to hear from you.
Responding to this survey is easy:
1. Go to: https://respond.census.gov/nsch
2. Enter your Login ID:

Your household was randomly selected as part of this voluntary survey. We cannot replace your
household with another one. The survey takes less than 5 minutes if there are no children in
your household, and, on average, 33 minutes for households with children. If you are unable to
complete the survey online, need assistance, or have questions, please call 1–800–845–8241 or
email us at childrenshealth@census.gov.
TheCensus Bureau is required by law to protect your information. We are not permitted to
publicly release your responses in a way that could identify your household. The Census Bureau
is conducting this survey under the authority of Title 13, United States Code (U.S.C.), Section 8(b)
and Section 501(a)(2) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. §701). Federal law protects your
privacy and keeps your answers confidential under Title 13, U.S.C., Section 9. Per the Federal
Cybersecurity Enhancement Act of 2015, your data are protected from cybersecurity risks
through screening of the systems that transmit your data.
This survey has been approved by the Office of Management and Budget (OMB). The eight-digit
OMB approval number 0607-0990 appears in the bottom left corner of the survey web page. If
this number were not displayed, we could not conduct this survey.
Thank you for your help.
Sincerely,

Steven D. Dillingham
Director

NSCH11wb _REVISED_04/09/2019
Dear (insert City) Resident:
Your address has been selected to participate in the National Survey on Children’s Health. This
survey collects information that is used to improve the health of children and families throughout
the United States. The U.S. Census Bureau conducts this survey on behalf of the U.S. Department of
Health and Human Services. The success of this survey depends on your participation. The results
will help your state better understand and respond to the health care needs of children and families.
We have enclosed a small token of appreciation for your participation. If there are no children age 0
to 17 in your household, we still want to hear from you.
Responding to this survey is easy:

1. Go to: https://respond.census.gov/nsch
2. Enter your Login ID:

Your household was randomly selected as part of this voluntary survey. We cannot replace your
household with another one. The survey takes less than 5 minutes if there are no children in your
household, and, on average, 33 minutes for households with children. If you are unable to complete
the survey online, need assistance, or have questions, please call 1–800–845–8241 or email us at
childrenshealth@census.gov.
The Census Bureau is required by law to protect your information. We are not permitted to publicly
release your responses in a way that could identify your household. The Census Bureau is conducting
this survey under the authority of Title 13, United States Code (U.S.C.), Section 8(b) and Section
501(a)(2) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. §701). Federal law protects your privacy and keeps your
answers confidential under Title 13, U.S.C., Section 9. Per the Federal Cybersecurity Enhancement
Act of 2015, your data are protected from cybersecurity risks through screening of the systems that
transmit your data.
This survey has been approved by the Office of Management and Budget (OMB). The eight-digit OMB
approval number 0607-0990 appears in the bottom left corner of the survey web page. If this
number were not displayed, we could not conduct this survey.
Thank you for your help.
Sincerely,

Steven D. Dillingham
Director
Enclosure

NSCH12pb - REVISED_04/09/2019
Dear (insert City) Resident:
Recently, we requested your participation in the National Survey of Children’s Health
(NSCH). If you have completed the NSCH prior to receiving this mailing, please accept our
thanks. If you have not yet responded, we encourage you to do so today. This survey
collects information used to improve the health of children and families in your state and
across the country. Your response is important to the success of this survey. If there are no
children 0 to 17 years old in your household, we still want to hear from you.
Responding to this survey is easy:
1. Go to: https://respond.census.gov/nsch
2. Enter your Login ID:
If you are unable to complete the survey online:
Complete the enclosed questionnaire and return it in the postage-paid envelope provided.

The survey takes less than 5 minutes to respond if there are no children in your household,
and, on average, 33 minutes for households with children. If you need assistance with the
survey or have questions, please call 1–800–845–8241 or email us at
childrenshealth@census.gov.
The information gathered in this survey is critical to understanding children’s health care needs in
your state and across the country. Your household was scientifically selected from all of the
households in the country and your response represents thousands of other households,
including those in your community. The U.S. Census Bureau is not permitted to publicly release
your responses in a way that could identify your household. By law, the Census Bureau can only
use your responses for statistical research.
Thank you again for your participation. We hope to hear from you soon.
Sincerely,

Steven D. Dillingham
Director
Enclosure

NSCH12wa - REVISED_04/09/2019

Dear (insert City) Resident:
Recently, we requested your participation in the National Survey of Children’s Health
(NSCH). If you have completed the NSCH prior to receiving this mailing, please accept our
thanks. If you have not yet responded, we encourage you to complete the survey online.
This survey collects information used to improve the health of children and families in your
state and across the country. Your response is important to the success of this survey. If
there are no children 0 to 17 years old in your household, we still want to hear from you.
Responding to this survey is easy:
1. Go to: https://respond.census.gov/nsch
2. Enter your Login ID:

The survey takes less than 5 minutes to respond if there are no children in your household, and,
on average, 33 minutes for households with children. If you would prefer a paper version of the
survey, need assistance or have questions, please call 1–800–845–8241 or email us at
childrenshealth@census.gov.
The information gathered in this survey is critical to understanding children’s health care needs in
your state and across the country. Your household was scientifically selected from all of the
households in the country and your response represents thousands of other households. The
U.S. Census Bureau is not permitted to publicly release your responses in a way that could identify
your household. By law, the Census Bureau can only use your responses for statistical research.
Thank you again for your participation. We hope to hear from you soon.
Sincerely,

Steven D. Dillingham
Director

NSCH13 _REVISED_04/09/2019

Dear (insert City) Resident:
Recently, we wrote asking for your help with the National Survey of Children’s Health. If you
have already responded, thank you. If you have not, we are asking you to complete this survey
because your participation is important for its success. The survey period is ending soon. If there
are no children age 0 to 17 living in your household, we still want to hear from you.
Responding to this survey is easy:
1. Go to: https://respond.census.gov/nsch
2. Enter your Login ID:
If you are unable to complete the survey online:
Complete the enclosed questionnaire and return it in the postage-paid envelope provided.

If you need assistance with the survey or have questions, please call 1–800–845–8241 or email us
at childrenshealth@census.gov.
The results of the survey will help us better understand the health and health care needs of
children in the United States. Your household was scientifically selected from all of the
households in the country and will represent thousands of other households. The U.S. Census
Bureau is not permitted to publicly release your responses in a way that could identify your
household. By law, the Census Bureau can only use your responses for statistical research.
Thank you again for your participation. We hope to hear from you soon.
Sincerely,

Steven D. Dillingham
Director
Enclosure

NSCH14_REVISED_04/09/2019

Dear (insert City) Resident:
In July, we requested your participation in the National Survey of Children’s Health. We are
contacting you today one final time to ask for your help with this very important survey.
If you have already responded to the survey, please accept our sincere thanks. If you have not yet
responded, please respond today. The information gathered in this survey is critical to
understanding children’s health care needs in your state and across the country. It provides key
insights about the health and welfare of the youngest members of our society and what they
need to thrive.
This is your last opportunity to ensure that the survey results reflect the characteristics of
households like yours. If there are no children age 0 to 17 in your household, we still want to
hear from you.
Responding to this survey is easy:
1. Go to: https://respond.census.gov/nsch
2. Enter your Login ID:
If you are unable to complete the survey online:
Complete the enclosed questionnaire and return it in the postage-paid envelope provided.

If you have any questions about participating, please contact us at 1–800–845–8241 or by email
at childrenshealth@census.gov.
Thank you for your help.
Sincerely,

Steven D. Dillingham
Director
Enclosure

NSCHpcp _REVISED_04/09/2019

Dear (insert City) Resident:
Recently we mailed you a letter requesting your participation in the National Survey of Children’s
Health. If you have already responded to the survey, please accept our sincere thanks. If you
have not yet completed your survey online or returned the paper questionnaire we sent you,
please do so right away.
Responding to this survey is easy:
1. Go to: https://respond.census.gov/nsch
2. Enter your Login ID:
If you need assistance with the survey or have questions, please call 1–800–845–8241 or email us
at childrenshealth@census.gov.
Thank you for your help.
Sincerely,

Steven D. Dillingham
Director

NSCH-pc2 _REVISED_04/09/2019

Dear (insert City) Resident:
We’ve attempted to reach you to ask for your help with the National Survey of Children’s Health.
Your response will help us better understand the health care needs of children in your state and
across the United States.
If you have already responded to the survey, please accept our sincere thanks. If you have not yet
completed the survey, please do so right away.
Responding to this survey is easy:
1. Go to: https://respond.census.gov/nsch
2. Enter your Login ID:
If you need a paper version of the survey or have questions, please call 1–800–845–8241 or email
us at childrenshealth@census.gov.
Thank you for your help.
Sincerely,

Steven D. Dillingham
Director

NSCHpcw_REVISED_04/09/2019

Dear (insert City) Resident:
Recently we mailed you a letter requesting your participation in the National Survey of Children’s
Health. If you have already responded to the survey, please accept our sincere thanks. If you
have not yet completed your survey, please do so right away.
Responding to this survey is easy:
1. Go to: https://respond.census.gov/nsch
2. Enter your Login ID:
If you are unable to complete the survey online, need assistance, or have questions, please call
1–800–845–8241 or email us at childrenshealth@census.gov.
Thank you for your help.
Sincerely,

Steven D. Dillingham
Director

NSCH21a_REVISED_04/09/2019
Dear Parent or Primary Caregiver of (insert selected child’s name):
A few weeks ago, you responded to the National Survey of Children’s Health. We greatly
appreciate your participation.
The second and final step of this survey is to answer some follow-up questions about:
[NAME, AGE (or BABY), SEX]
This voluntary survey should be filled out by an adult who is familiar with this child’s health and
health care. For most households, it usually takes, on average, 33 minutes to complete. Please
return your completed questionnaire in the postage-paid envelope provided.
The success of this survey depends on your participation. The results will help our nation better
understand and respond to the health care needs of children and families in your state and across
the country.
The U.S. Census Bureau is required by law to protect your information. We are not permitted to
publicly release your responses in a way that could identify your household. The Census Bureau is
conducting this survey under the authority of Title 13, United States Code (U.S.C.), Section 8(b)
and Section 501(a)(2) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. §701). Federal law protects your privacy
and keeps your answers confidential under Title 13, U.S.C., Section 9. Per the Federal
Cybersecurity Enhancement Act of 2015, your data are protected from cybersecurity risks through
screening of the systems that transmit your data.
This survey has been approved by the Office of Management and Budget (OMB). The
eight-digit OMB approval number 0607-0990 appears in the upper left corner on the back cover
of the paper questionnaire. If this number were not displayed, we could not conduct this survey.
If you need assistance with the survey or have questions, please call 1–800–845–8241 or email
childrenshealth@census.gov.
Thank you once again for your help.
Sincerely,

Steven D. Dillingham
Director
Enclosure

NSCH21b_REVISED_04/09/2019
Dear Parent or Primary Caregiver of (insert selected child’s name):
A few weeks ago you responded to the National Survey of Children’s Health. We greatly appreciate
your participation.
The second and final step of this survey is to answer some follow-up questions about:
[NAME, AGE (or BABY), SEX]
This voluntary survey should be filled out by an adult who is familiar with this child’s health and health
care. We have selected only one child in your household to minimize the amount of time you will
need to complete the survey. This child was selected at random to ensure the survey results
represent every type of child and health situation in your state and across the country. For most
households, it usually takes, on average, 33 minutes to complete. Please return your completed
questionnaire in the postage-paid envelope provided.
The success of this survey depends on your participation. The results will help our nation better
understand and respond to the health care needs of children and families in your state and across the
country.
The U.S. Census Bureau is required by law to protect your information. We are not permitted to
publicly release your responses in a way that could identify your household. The Census Bureau is
conducting this survey under the authority of Title 13, United States Code (U.S.C.), Section 8(b) and
Section 501(a)(2) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. §701). Federal law protects your privacy and
keeps your answers confidential under Title 13, U.S.C., Section 9. Per the Federal Cybersecurity
Enhancement Act of 2015, your data are protected from cybersecurity risks through screening of the
systems that transmit your data.
This survey has been approved by the Office of Management and Budget (OMB). The
eight-digit OMB approval number 0607-0990 appears in the upper left corner on the back cover of the
paper questionnaire. If this number were not displayed, we could not conduct this survey.
If you need assistance with the survey or have questions, please call 1–800–845–8241 or email
childrenshealth@census.gov.
Thank you once again for your help.
Sincerely,

Steven D. Dillingham
Director

Enclosure

NSCH21c_REVISED_04/09/2019
Dear Parent or Primary Caregiver of (insert selected child’s name):
A few weeks ago, you responded to the National Survey of Children’s Health. We greatly
appreciate your participation.
The second and final step of this survey is to answer some follow up questions about:
[NAME, AGE (or BABY), SEX]
This voluntary survey should be filled out by an adult who is familiar with [NAME’s] health and
health care. For most households, it usually takes, on average, 33 minutes to complete. Please
return your completed questionnaire in the postage-paid envelope provided.
Since the survey is ending soon, this is your last opportunity to help. We hope that you will
complete the questionnaire and mail it back. The success of this survey depends on your
participation. The results will help our nation better understand and respond to the health care
needs of children and families in your state and across the country.
The U.S. Census Bureau is required by law to protect your information. We are not permitted to
publicly release your responses in a way that could identify your household. The Census Bureau is
conducting this survey under the authority of Title 13, United States Code (U.S.C.), Section 8(b)
and Section 501(a)(2) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. §701). Federal law protects your privacy
and keeps your answers confidential under Title 13, U.S.C., Section 9. Per the Federal
Cybersecurity Enhancement Act of 2015, your data are protected from cybersecurity risks through
screening of the systems that transmit your data.
This survey has been approved by the Office of Management and Budget (OMB). The
eight-digit OMB approval number 0607-0990 appears in the upper left corner on the back cover
of the paper questionnaire. If this number were not displayed, we could not conduct this survey.
If you need assistance with the survey or have questions, please call 1–800–845–8241 or email
childrenshealth@census.gov.
Thank you once again for your help.
Sincerely,

Steven D. Dillingham
Director
Enclosure

NSCH21d_REVISED_04/09/2019

Dear Parent or Primary Caregiver of (insert selected child’s name):
A few weeks ago you responded to the National Survey of Children’s Health. We greatly appreciate
your participation.
The second and final step of this survey is to answer some follow-up questions about:
[NAME, AGE (or BABY), SEX]
This voluntary survey should be filled out by an adult who is familiar with this child’s health and health
care. We have selected only one child in your household to minimize the amount of time you will
need to complete the survey. This child was selected at random to ensure the survey results
represent every type of child and health situation in your state and across the country. For most
households, it usually takes, on average, 33 minutes to complete. Please return your completed
questionnaire in the postage-paid envelope provided.
Since the survey is ending soon, this is your last opportunity to help. We hope that you will complete
the questionnaire and mail it back. The success of this survey depends on your participation. The
results will help our nation better understand and respond to the health care needs of children and
families in your state and across the country.
The U.S. Census Bureau is required by law to protect your information. We are not permitted to
publicly release your responses in a way that could identify your household. The Census Bureau is
conducting this survey under the authority of Title 13, United States Code (U.S.C.), Section 8(b) and
Section 501(a)(2) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. §701). Federal law protects your privacy and
keeps your answers confidential under Title 13, U.S.C., Section 9. Per the Federal Cybersecurity
Enhancement Act of 2015, your data are protected from cybersecurity risks through screening of the
systems that transmit your data.
This survey has been approved by the Office of Management and Budget (OMB). The eight-digit OMB
approval number 0607-0990 appears in the upper left corner on the back cover of the paper
questionnaire. If this number were not displayed, we could not conduct this survey.
If you need assistance with the survey or have questions, please call 1–800–845–8241 or email
childrenshealth@census.gov.
Thank you once again for your help.
Sincerely,

Steven D. Dillingham
Director
Enclosure

NSCH-PCT (Topical) _REVISED_04/09/2019

Dear Parent or Primary Caregiver of (insert selected child’s name):
We recently sent you a questionnaire for the National Survey of Children’s Health. The
questionnaire asks questions about the health and health care for a child in your household. Your
response is important and will help us better understand the health care needs of children in the
U.S.
If you have already completed the questionnaire, please accept our sincere thanks. If you have
not, please do so right away.
If you need a new questionnaire or have questions, please call 1–800–845–8241 or email us at:
childrenshealth@census.gov.
Thank you for your help.
Sincerely,

Steven D. Dillingham
Director

NSCH22a_REVISED_04/09/2019

Dear Parent or Primary Caregiver of (insert selected child’s name):
We recently contacted you to ask for your participation in the final step of the National Survey of
Children’s Health. The final step is to answer some follow-up questions about:
[NAME, AGE (or BABY), SEX]
To the best of our knowledge, we have not yet received your response. If you have already
responded, please accept our thanks. If you have not, we encourage you to complete and return
the enclosed paper questionnaire today. Your response is important to the success of this
survey. For most households, it usually takes, on average, 33 minutes to complete the survey.
Please contact us at 1–800–845–8241 or childrenshealth@census.gov if you have any questions
or need any assistance completing this survey.
The information collected in this survey will help your state better understand and respond to the
health care needs of children and families. We ask for your response because this survey is the
only way we have to gather this important information. Your household was scientifically
selected from all of the households in the country and will represent thousands of other
households.
We want to assure you that your responses to this questionnaire are confidential as explained on
the front page of the survey. The U.S. Census Bureau and the U.S. Department of Health and
Human Services are required by law to protect the confidentiality of your responses.
Thank you in advance for your participation. We hope to hear from you soon.
Sincerely,

Steven D. Dillingham
Director
Enclosure

NSCH22b_REVISED_04/09/2019

Dear Parent or Primary Caregiver of (insert selected child’s name):
We recently contacted you to ask for your participation in the final step of the National Survey of
Children’s Health. The final step is to answer some follow-up questions about:
[NAME, AGE (or BABY), SEX]
To the best of our knowledge, we have not yet received your response. If you have already
responded, please accept our thanks. If you have not, we encourage you to complete and return
the enclosed paper questionnaire today. Your response is important to the success of this
survey. To reduce the time, you will need to respond to the questions, we have selected only one
child from your household. For most households, it usually takes, on average, 33 minutes to
complete the survey.
Please contact us at 1–800–845–8241 or childrenshealth@census.gov if you have any questions
or need any assistance completing this survey.
The information collected in this survey will help your state better understand and respond to the
health care needs of children and families. We ask for your response because this survey is the
only way we have to gather this important information. Your household was scientifically
selected from all of the households in the country and will represent thousands of other
households.
We want to assure you that your responses to this questionnaire are confidential as explained on
the front page of the survey. The U.S. Census Bureau and the U.S. Department of Health and
Human Services are required by law to protect the confidentiality of your responses.
Thank you in advance for your participation. We hope to hear from you soon.
Sincerely,

Steven D. Dillingham
Director
Enclosure

NSCH22c_REVISED_04/09/2019

Dear Parent or Primary Caregiver of (insert selected child’s name):
We recently contacted you to ask for your participation in the final step of the National Survey of
Children’s Health. Since the survey is ending soon, this is your last opportunity to help. The final
step is to answer some follow-up questions about:
[NAME, AGE (or BABY), SEX]
To the best of our knowledge, we have not yet received your response. If you have already
responded, please accept our thanks. If you have not, we encourage you to complete and return
the enclosed paper questionnaire today. Your response is important to the success of this
survey. For most households, it usually takes, on average, 33 minutes to complete the survey.
Please contact us at 1–800–845–8241 or childrenshealth@census.gov if you have any questions
or need any assistance completing this survey.
The information collected in this survey will help your state better understand and respond to the
health care needs of children and families. We ask for your response because this survey is the
only way we have to gather this important information. Your household was scientifically
selected from all of the households in the country and will represent thousands of other
households.
We want to assure you that your responses to this questionnaire are confidential as explained on
the front page of the survey. The U.S. Census Bureau and the U.S. Department of Health and
Human Services are required by law to protect the confidentiality of your responses.
Thank you in advance for your participation. We hope to hear from you soon.
Sincerely,

Steven D. Dillingham
Director
Enclosure

NSCH22d_REVISED_04/09/2019

Dear Parent or Primary Caregiver of (insert selected child’s name):
We recently contacted you to ask for your participation in the final step of the National Survey of
Children’s Health. Since the survey is ending soon, this is your last opportunity to help. The final
step is to answer some follow-up questions about:
[NAME, AGE (or BABY), SEX]
To the best of our knowledge, we have not yet received your response. If you have already
responded, please accept our thanks. If you have not, we encourage you to complete and return
the enclosed paper questionnaire today. Your response is important to the success of this
survey. To reduce the time, you will need to respond to the questions, we have selected only one
child from your household. For most households, it usually takes, on average, 33 minutes to
complete the survey.
Please contact us at 1–800–845–8241 or childrenshealth@census.gov if you have any questions
or need any assistance completing this survey.
The information collected in this survey will help your state better understand and respond to the
health care needs of children and families. We ask for your response because this survey is the
only way we have to gather this important information. Your household was scientifically
selected from all of the households in the country and will represent thousands of other
households.
We want to assure you that your responses to this questionnaire are confidential as explained on
the front page of the survey. The U.S. Census Bureau and the U.S. Department of Health and
Human Services are required by law to protect the confidentiality of your responses.
Thank you in advance for your participation. We hope to hear from you soon.
Sincerely,

Steven D. Dillingham
Director
Enclosure

NSCH23a_REVISED_04/09/2019

Dear Parent or Primary Caregiver of (insert selected child’s name):
Over the past few months, we have contacted you to ask you to complete the final part of the
National Survey of Children’s Health. We conduct this important survey for the U.S. Department
of Health and Human Services.
The survey provides important information about the health status and needs of children across
the nation and in your state or community. This information gives the public insights into how
the youngest members of our society are doing and what they need to thrive.
We know there are competing demands for your time. We ask for your response because this
survey is the only way we have to gather this important information. Your household was
scientifically selected from all of the households in the country and cannot be replaced with
another household.
To the best of our knowledge, we have not yet received your response. If you have completed
the survey prior to receiving this mailing, please accept our thanks. If you have not yet
responded, please complete and return the enclosed paper questionnaire as soon as possible.
Contact us at 1–800–845–8241 or childrenshealth@census.gov if you have any questions or need
any assistance completing this survey.
Thank you in advance for your continued participation in this important survey.
Sincerely,

Steven D. Dillingham
Director
Enclosure

NSCH23b_REVISED_04/09/2019

Dear Parent or Primary Caregiver of (insert selected child’s name):
Over the past few months, we have contacted you to ask you to complete the final part of the
National Survey of Children’s Health. We conduct this important survey for the U.S. Department
of Health and Human Services.
The survey provides important information about the health status and needs of children across
the nation and in your state or community. This information gives the public insights into how
the youngest members of our society are doing and what they need to thrive.
We know there are competing demands for your time. We ask for your response because this
survey is the only way we have to gather this important information. Your household was
scientifically selected from all of the households in the country and cannot be replaced with
another household.
To the best of our knowledge, we have not yet received your response to follow up questions
about:
[NAME, AGE (or BABY), SEX]
If you have completed the survey prior to receiving this mailing, please accept our thanks. If you
have not yet responded, please complete and return the enclosed paper questionnaire as soon as
possible.
Contact us at 1–800–845–8241 or childrenshealth@census.gov if you have any questions or need
any assistance completing this survey.
Thank you in advance for your continued participation in this important survey.
Sincerely,

Steven D. Dillingham
Director
Enclosure

NSCH23c_REVISED_04/09/2019

Dear Parent or Primary Caregiver of (insert selected child’s name):
Over the past few months, we have contacted you to ask you to complete the final part of the
National Survey of Children’s Health. We conduct this important survey for the U.S. Department
of Health and Human Services. Since the survey will soon end, this is your last opportunity to
help.
The survey provides important information about the health status and needs of children across
the nation and in your state or community. This information gives the public insights into how
the youngest members of our society are doing and what they need to thrive.
We know there are competing demands for your time. We ask for your response because this
survey is the only way we have to gather this important information. Your household was
scientifically selected from all of the households in the country and cannot be replaced with
another household.
To the best of our knowledge, we have not yet received your response. If you have completed
the survey prior to receiving this mailing, please accept our thanks. If you have not yet
responded, please complete and return the enclosed paper questionnaire as soon as possible.
Contact us at 1–800–845–8241 or childrenshealth@census.gov if you have any questions or need
any assistance completing this survey.
Thank you in advance for your continued participation in this important survey.
Sincerely,

Steven D. Dillingham
Director
Enclosure

NSCH23d_REVISED_04/09/2019

Dear Parent or Primary Caregiver of (insert selected child’s name):
Over the past few months, we have contacted you to ask you to complete the final part of the
National Survey of Children’s Health. We conduct this important survey for the U.S. Department
of Health and Human Services. Since the survey will soon end, this is your last opportunity to
help.
The survey provides important information about the health status and needs of children across
the nation and in your state or community. This information gives the public insights into how
the youngest members of our society are doing and what they need to thrive.
We know there are competing demands for your time. We ask for your response because this
survey is the only way we have to gather this important information. Your household was
scientifically selected from all of the households in the country and cannot be replaced with
another household.
To the best of our knowledge, we have not yet received your response to follow up questions
about:
[NAME, AGE (or BABY), SEX]
If you have completed the survey prior to receiving this mailing, please accept our thanks. If you
have not yet responded, please complete and return the enclosed paper questionnaire as soon as
possible.
Contact us at 1–800–845–8241 or childrenshealth@census.gov if you have any questions or need
any assistance completing this survey.
Thank you in advance for your continued participation in this important survey.
Sincerely,

Steven D. Dillingham
Director
Enclosure

NSCH24_REVISED_04/09/2019

Dear Parent or Primary Caregiver of (insert selected child’s name):
In recent months we have contacted you regarding the final part of the National Survey of
Children’s Health.
If you have responded to our request to participate in the final part of the survey, we thank you.
By participating, you ensure that we gather accurate and complete information.
If you have not responded, please complete and return the enclosed survey as soon as possible.
The survey is ending soon. This is your last opportunity to help us collect information that is
critical to understanding children’s health care needs, in your state and across the country.
Thousands of families have already returned their surveys. We understand that your time is
valuable. For most households, the survey takes, on average, 33 minutes to complete. Respond
today to ensure that the survey results reflect the characteristics of households like yours.
If you have questions or need assistance, please contact us at 1–800–845–8241 or
childrenshealth@census.gov.
We greatly appreciate your help.
Sincerely,

Steven D. Dillingham
Director
Enclosure