Children’s Specialized Hospital has developed a Comprehensive Health Plan Evaluation Form for parents to record information about their child’s healthcare needs and all of the information they need from insurance companies to determine which plan is right for their family.
Spanish: https://www.childrens-specialized.org/Content/Uploads/Childrens%20Specialized/files/CSH%20Pocket%20Pal%202015Final_SP.pdf
This toolkit is for individuals who are currently patients at the Children’s Hospital of Michigan’s Metabolic Clinic. It will help to inform families interested in learning more about changes to coverage in Michigan for metabolic formulas.
Use this website to learn more about physical developmental delays for children ages 5 and under. The information is meant to help you start a conversation with your child’s pediatrician.
Spanish: https://www.healthychildren.org/spanish/motordelay/paginas/default.aspx
This brief fact sheet explains what to do if your health insurance claim is denied.
A family guide to respite services for children in Michigan. This guide provides information in determining whether respite care is better for your family compared to traditional daycare, along with resources on how to find the right respite program for your family.
List of Michigan state-wide resources to help creat and maintain a health home.
The Michigan 0-8 Social Emotional Toolkit provides materials for communities and families throughout the state in promoting the positive social and emotional development of all children. See the Family Guidebook and Fact sheet for guidelines.
Mobility problems and hearing, learning, or seeing disabilities can add complication to responding to emergencies. It is important to plan ahead. Our booklet Preparing for Disaster for People with Disabilities and other Special Needs gives tips on getting informed, making a plan, assembling a kit, and keeping your plans up to date
Health Insurance Open Enrollment: If You Need Health Insurance Coverage in Michigan, Help is Here
This site contains everything you need to know about health insurance, how to get covered, and how to use your coverage to keep yourself and your family healthy.
Resource on how to keep a healthy home. Includes information about lead, radon, indoor pollution, pests, chemical use, as well as basic safety to prevent injuries.