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COVID Vaccines and Children with Disabilities or Complex Medical Needs

Print English/ Print Spanish COVID is still impacting our lives. In Wisconsin, children and adults are getting sick from the virus, but it’s not...

Roles for Family Engagement

Print English There are many roles families can take to influence change. Some roles are paid and some are unpaid, and they can be...

Birth to 3 Program: A Family Perspective

Print English Early Intervention refers to the services and supports available to infants and toddlers who have developmental delays and disabilities. In Wisconsin the...

Community Connections and Friendship for Children with Disabilities

Print-English very parent wants to see their kids have friends and be part of the community. But finding ways for our children or young...

School and Community Based Therapy Services: Understanding Your Options and Avoiding Insurance Denials

Print – English Occupational therapy (OT), physical therapy (PT) and speech-language pathology (SLP) services are necessary for many children with disabilities. This fact sheet...

COVID and School Safety: Options for Children with Disabilities or Complex Medical Conditions

Print – English / Print – Spanish Written in Partnership with Disability Rights Wisconsin While in-person school is best for most children, a lack...

Katie Beckett Program: A Doorway to Medicaid for Children with Disabilities

Print – English / Print – Spanish The Katie Beckett Program, also known as Katie Beckett Medicaid, is one of the doorways into Wisconsin...

Finding and Hiring Direct Caregivers

Print – English / Print – Spanish Direct Caregiver: An assistant to help you with caregiving responsibilities for your child with special health care...

Respite Services for Children with Disabilities

Print – English / Print – Spanish What is Respite Care? Respite care gives your family short-term relief, or time off, from direct caregiving for...

Are You Tele-Ready? Making the Most of Telemedicine Visits

Print English Connecting with our children’s providers remotely has become part of life. This fact sheet will get you ready for your next video...