Children's Special Health Care Services (CSHCS) is a program within the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services. It is for children and some adults with special health care needs and their families.
WHO IS ELIGIBLE:
Children who have a medical condition that is chronic, disabling or terminal. Insurance coverage starts at birth and lasts to 26 years of age. Individuals with cystic fibrosis, clotting disorders like hemophilia, or sickle cell disease may be covered life long.
SERVICES OFFERED:
CSHCS helps persons with chronic health problems by providing:
- Coverage and referral for specialty services based on the person's health conditions.
- Family centered services to support you in your role as primary caretaker of your child.
- Community-based referrals to help you care for your child at home and maintain normal routines.
- Culturally competent services which demonstrate awareness of cultural differences.
- Coordinated services to pull together the services of many different providers who work within different agencies.
LOCAL CONTACT INFORMATION:
Phone: (810) 987-6102
THE FAMILY PHONE LINE:
The Family Phone Line is a dedicated phone number for family support. This additional support includes:
- Learning about the CSHCS program and Family Center services and supports.
- Connecting with other caregivers for peer support.
- Finding local, county, or state resources.
- Talking to a Family Center team member for information or encouragement.
- Getting help with enrolling in, or resolving an issue with, CSHCS coverage.
Phone: 1-800-359-3722
Email: cshcsfc@michigan.gov
Web: www.michigan.gov/cshcs
CSHCS is part of Title V of the Federal Social Security Act. Click here for more information about the Title V program.