Servicing NYC and Long Island
For parents of medically fragile infants and children, every bit of support goes a long way. There are myriad details involved — getting approvals, scheduling appointments, getting medications, not to mention the challenges of caring for the child themselves. It’s an impossible balancing act. C-YES (Children and Youth Evaluation Services) is a New York State program that approves eligible children for HCBS (Home and Community Based Services). This includes respite and family support services, services that go a long way in helping parents adjust to their new situation and better care for their child.
Children ages 0-21 can be eligible for HCBS services — even if they aren’t currently insured by Medicaid — by applying via the C-YES program.
Participants must meet these criteria to apply for this service via Hamaspik of Kings County.
“There’s nothing like helping a person in their most vulnerable time. When parents arrive home with the enormous responsibility of a medically fragile child, we can help them get lifesaving services and even refer them to other services.”
Reach out to us. We’ll help you start the process and submit your application to the C-YES department.
Questions? We’re always here to help.
This beautiful fillable and downloadable childcare masterchart will organize your child’s medical information, appointments, allergies, important contacts, and dozens of other details.