Services in the home, for children with medical needs, can span from visits for family support to 24-hour, home care for ventilator dependent children. There are children that depend on technology when receiving home care, but the vast majority does not.
Services Include:
Private Duty Nursing and Skilled Nursing Services
Naso/Gastric Feedings
Infusion Therapy
Ventilator and Tracheotomy Care
Attendant Care Services
Medication Administration
Focus on Family Involvement Education
Weight Checks
24/7 Availability
Case Management
Home Health Evaluation
Personal Care Services (PCS)
Respite Care
Financial Information:
STAR Kids, STAR+PLUS, STAR Health, STAR, and Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP)
Respite and Managed Care Organizations
Private Insurance
Community Living and Support Services (CLASS) and Children with Special Health Needs Services Program (CSHCN)
Call to determine if they accept an insurance program.