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Grants to Individuals to Support Children and Families Living with a Life-Altering or Terminal Disease is sponsored by Georgia Department of Public Health's Children's Medical Services. This program aims to alleviate the financial stress associated with life-altering or terminal illnesses affecting children in Georgia by providing financial assistance to help cover medical expenses, daily care needs, and other related costs.
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Children's Medical Services | Georgia Department of Public Health The Children’s Medical Services (CMS) program supports families caring for children with special health care needs. CMS works with healthcare providers and community partners to make sure children and youth with chronic medical conditions have access to timely and quality healthcare services.
Supports improved health and wellness for children and youth with special health care needs from birth to 21 years of age Provides early and continuous screening for children with special health care needs Connects children and youth to a medical home and adequate health insurance Help families manage their appointments and follow-up treatments with health care providers and vendors Shares community resources with families Supports adolescents moving from pediatric to adult health care 6,389 Georgia children and youth received services in SFY2022 Children's Medical Services (CMS) What services are available through CMS?
A CMS Care Coordinator who assists the family with their child’s specific healthcare needs Medical services and/or durable medical equipment not paid for by Medicaid or private insurance Access to specialty healthcare clinics Transition planning for adolescents (12 years of age and older) moving from pediatric to adult health care Assistance with transportation, translation, health education, and adaptive technologies How are families connected to CMS?
Find your local Child Health Referral Contact using the Women and Children Service Locator ; Send the completed Referral Form to the local Child Health Referral Contact; or Call your local Child Health Referral Contact and complete the Referral Form by phone. Is my child eligible for CMS? MUST be under 21 years of age MUST meet Family Income Eligibility Family income must be less than 247% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines.
These guidelines are updated every year and the local CMS program can assist families with finding out if they meet the financial eligibility. Children who are enrolled in Medicaid or PeachCare, receive SSI, or are in foster care are financially eligible for CMS services.
the current annual family income guidelines MUST have an Eligible Medical Condition - Chronic medical conditions that are eligible for CMS include, but are not limited to: Asthma, cystic fibrosis, and other lung disorders. Neurological disorders including seizures, benign tumors, hydrocephalus, and others.
Orthopedic and/or neuromuscular disorders including cerebral palsy, spina bifida, scoliosis, clubfeet, congenital or traumatic amputations of limbs, and others. Some vision and hearing disorders. Diabetes and other endocrine and genetic disorders.
Craniofacial anomalies such as cleft lip/palate. Congenital cardiac conditions. For a list of medical conditions that are eligible for the CMS program, s earch the Eligibility Database .
T his tool is helpful when referring a family to the program and the child’s diagnosis is known. The local CMS program can also assist families with finding out if their child meets the medical eligibility. Why should I enroll in CMS?
CMS Care Coordinators will help you develop a plan for your child that includes goals and desired outcomes. Your Care Coordinator will help you implement the plan, find services and providers, access other funding sources, and coordinate with specialty care providers. CMS can also provide or assist with services, supplies, and other supports that your child’s Medicaid, PeachCare, or insurance may not cover.
Where are services located? CMS services are offered statewide through a network of 20 local CMS program offices representing all 18 public health districts. Women and Children Service Finder Women and Children Service Finder Use this tool to find your local Child Health Referral point of contact.
Children's Medical Services Program Children's Medical Services (CMS) - Related Files Children's Medical Services (CMS) - Related Files CMS Brochure (English) (PDF, 9. 2 MB) Child Health Referral Form - English (PDF, 217. 26 KB) 2025 Federal Poverty Guidelines (PDF, 105.
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According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Families caring for children with severe health conditions in Georgia. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
Grants to Individuals to Support Children and Families Living with a Life-Altering or Terminal Disease is funded by Georgia Department of Public Health's Children's Medical Services. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
This opportunity targets applicants in Georgia. If your organization operates elsewhere, check the official notice for location requirements.
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