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Caring for Children with Medical Complexity

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Content designed for those helping children with medical complexity thrive at home and in their community

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For Families

Build confidence in daily care and work better with your child's health care team to get the support your family needs.

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For Home Health Nurses and Aides

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Fundamentals

Fundamentals

Discover helpful tips on daily care, giving medications safely, communicating with the child, and supporting their feelings and behavior.

Durable Medical Equipment

Durable Medical Equipment

Know how to safely use and care for medical equipment at home and what do in an emergency.

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Relationships

Build strong teamwork and communication skills to provide kind, respectful, and high-quality care at home.

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Care Milestones

Get ready for big changes in care, like leaving the hospital, starting school, or transitioning to adult care.

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Advocating for the Child

Explore ways to speak up for children with complex medical needs, and get the care and support they need.

Additional Resources

The Pennsylvania Department of Human Services serves children, youth, and young adults through programs that support the whole family.

Access information about PCCRC resources, locate a Pediatric Coach or Family Facilitator, and learn more about Medicaid programs.

Find free or reduced-cost health and social care services in your area such as food, housing, utilities, transportation and more.

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