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Children and Youth With Special Health Care Needs

The Children and Youth with Special Health Care Needs (CYSHCN) Program connects families to health services and community resources for children and young adults with special needs.

Services are provided at no cost, and referrals are to no- or low-cost programs. All services are provided regardless of immigration status. Services are available in your language through staff or an interpreter.

The CYSHCN program serves children and young adults who:

  • Are age 21 or younger
  • Reside in New York City
  • Have been diagnosed with or may have:
    • A serious or chronic health condition or disability
    • A physical condition
    • A developmental or intellectual condition
    • An emotional or behavioral condition

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For more information on services, contact:

Upcoming Events

February 19

Navigating the Transitional Journey from Pediatrics to Adult Care and Beyond for Those with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities

For adolescents with intellectual and developmental disabilities, transitioning into the adult world can be time of uncertainty, confusion, and apprehension, not only for the individual, but for families and caregivers alike, especially for those with complex conditions. This discussion will give an overview of what to expect along this journey, including the barriers, and how best to navigate them.

  • Presenter: Vincent Siasoco, MD, MBA, Director of Primary Care, Rose F. Kennedy Children's Evaluation and Rehabilitation Center, Montefiore; Medical Director, ADAPT Community Network
  • Time and location: 11 a.m. to noon on Zoom

March 5

Stares, Glares, and Hurtful Words: What To Do!

Learn how to: respond to unwanted attention, comments and reactions; understand the impact of stigma on children and youth with disabilities; and tools to advocate for inclusion.

March 19

It Takes a Village to Help Children Reach Their Full Potential

If you are concerned about your infant or toddler not walking, talking, or playing and you need answers about services, this virtual presentation will provide information on:

  • EI (Early Intervention) program eligibility
  • The EI program referral process
  • Creating an EI Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP)
  • Transitioning from EI to the Committee on Preschool Special Education (CPSE)
  • EI resources available for families and childcare providers

Closed captioning will be provided for these webinars.

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