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Early Periodic Screening Diagnosis Treatment (ESPDT)
Provides free preventative health care, including referral and assistance in scheduling physical exams, hearing and vision testing, immunizations, growth and developmental assessments, dental exams, routine lab tests, and transportation assistance to and from appointments. They can provide free eyeglasses, hearing aids, braces and assistive technology. You must have a Medical Assistance Access Card.
Automated Health Systems
300 Arcadia Court
9370 McKnight Road
Pittsburgh, PA 15237
Phone: 800-543-7633 Fax: 412-367-5953
CHIP of PA (Aetna/Us Healthcare)
Free health insurance for low income children in PA.
Children's Special Health Care Program
Provides monetary support for children with chronic medical conditions that may place severe financial burdens on the family. Must not qualify for medical assistance. They may be contacted at:
Division of Special Health Care Programs
Department of Health, Room724
P.O. Box 90
Harrisburg, PA 17108
800-852-4453 email: gstock@health.state.pa.us
Ventilator Assisted Children/Home Program
This statewide program provides support and advocacy to families caring for children who are ventilator-assisted living at home. Their goal is to promote high quality, cost-effective care while supporting families in coping with their extraordinary endeavor. Limited funding for respite care services is available.
100 North 20th St., Ste. 200
Philadelphia, PA 19103
Phone: 877-728-2247 FAX: 215-977-8351
215-977-8100
Hospitals
Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP)
Since 1855, the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia has been the setting for many dramatic firsts in children’s health care. CHOP is ranked among the leading pediatric hospitals and research facilities in the world. Visit their web site to find out more about CHOP, find a doctor, make an appointment, find health information and more. CHOP’s Division of Child Development and Rehabilitation Medicine based at the Children’s Seashore House, provides comprehensive, interdisciplinary care for children with developmental disabilities, acquired disabilities, or chronic conditions or illnesses. Among other services, they provide outpatient programs to support children with a variety of disabilities. Visit their web site for a listing of therapies available and contact numbers. CHOP is located at:
34th Street and Civic Center Boulevard
Philadelphia, PA 19104-4399 Directions
Main Number - 215-590-1000
Children’s Seashore House - 215-590-7731
Shriners' Hospital for Children - provides free pediatric orthopedic care for children, comprehensive and individualized rehabilitation for children and adolescents, and outpatient services. Any child who has an orthopedic problem is eligible.
3551 N. Broad Street
Philadelphia, PA
215-430-4000
St. Christopher’s Hospital for Children
St. Christopher’s Hospital for Children is one of the nation's leading children's medical centers. Families can depend on St. Christopher’s to help their children with any kind of health problem as well as accessing services that will help their children stay healthy. Some of St. Christopher's specialized programs include its organ transplant program, the pediatric Burn Center, a Cystic Fibrosis Center and Neonatal/Perinatal Intensive Care Unit. Visit their web site to find out more about St. Christopher’s, sign up for their newsletter, find a doctor, find health information and more. St. Christopher’s Hospital is located at:
St. Christopher's Hospital for Children
Erie Avenue at Front Street
Philadelphia PA 19134
Phone: 215-427-5000
Fax: 215-427-5555
ramona.sanabria@tenethealth.com
Temple University Children’s Medical Center
Temple University’s Children’s Medical Center opened in 1998 and represents the newest thinking in pediatric care. They provide quality health care by a specially-trained staff who are dedicated to caring for the unique needs of children. Their web site includes games kids can play online to help them learn about their health. Parents can find information on doctors and the various services offered at the Children’s Medical Center. The Children’s Medical Center is located at:
3509 North Broad St. (Broad and Tioga)
Philadelphia, PA
215-707-6000 Directions
Philadelphia Health Centers
The Health Care Centers offer a wide range of primary care and public health services. These services include primary medical care, pre-natal care, dental care, family planning, counseling services and more. In general in order for you to receive service from a Health Care Center you must be able to show that you are a resident of Philadelphia. For more specific information on eligibility, visit the Health Center Eligibility for Care page.
Advocacy Resources and Supports
Special Kids Network
This is a free, statewide network for families, like yours, with children who have special needs or disabilities. This number will connect you to an information and referral specialist in one of six regional areas. They can help you get connected to a range of resources and supports services in your community. The Special Kids Network works closely with Parent to Parent of Pennsylvania which links parents of children with disabilities to other parents in similar situations. You can access all of their services through their contact number which is 800-986-4550 for voice or 877-986-5432 TTY.
Lead Poisoning
Find out about the Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Program (CLPPP), access the “Get the Lead Out” hotline, and find out how to get a free lead poisoning test kit from your local health center.
Children’s Health Line
215-985-3301
Free information in English and Spanish about Children’s Health Care Services (immunizations, lead poisoning) and where to get help.
Resources for Children's Health
A non-profit organization committed to promoting healthy pregnancies, healthy children and positive parenting.
260 S. Broad St., 18th Floor
Philadelphia, PA 19102
Phone: 215-985-2541 Fax: 215-731-2199
Government Services
Division of Early Childhood, Youth & Women’s Health
The Division of Early Childhood, Youth and Women's Health (DECYWH), a division of the Philadelphia Department of Public Health, is responsible for a broad range of health services for young children, adolescents and women. The Division collaborates with Philadelphia hospitals, health clinics and community-based organizations to offer a full menu of complementary health programs.
Web Resources
Physicians from Nemours - A comprehensive library of children's health articles.
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