Care Connection for Children

Carilion Clinic is 1 of 6 Virginia healthcare networks to participate in the Care Connection for Children initiative that gives local kids with special healthcare needs access to optimally effective, community-based medical and support services. The program ensures increased access to specialty care, as well as assistance with obtaining health insurance, accessing area resources and determining eligibility for outside funding.

Care Connection’s team-based approach pulls together case managers, medical personnel, educators and family members to determine how children with special healthcare needs can reach their maximum potential. We serve as a lifeline in gaining access to and coordinating the many different services that can help a child with a physical disability.

Care Connection Child Eligibility

In order to be considered for the Care Connection program, you must meet the follow criteria:

• Live in Virginia
• Be under age 21
• Have a diagnosed physical disorder that is expected to last longer than 12 months