Children with special health care needs often require more healthcare services than typically healthy children. Getting the necessary services to maintain your child's health can involve dealing with many different healthcare providers, state agencies and local community resources. Managing the healthcare system can sometimes be confusing and overwhelming for parents and caregivers who are trying to cope with their child's complex medical issues.
CSHCS Care coordinators can help parents and caregivers apply for the CSHCS program, answer questions about the program, provide information on other programs they may be eligible for, provide referrals and connect them to local resources.
A national framework for a system of services for children and youth with special health care needs (CYSHCN) where they enjoy a full life and thrive in their community from childhood through adulthood.
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