| Caring for children with special needs can be exhausting and complex. Parents and caregivers often struggle to find the resources and services their child needs. NH Family Voices is in a unique position to help families because we are parents who have children/youth and young adults with chronic health, physical, developmental and mental health challenges. NH Family Voices operates a "Family To Family Health and Education Center" with one to one phone assistance, educational materials, a Lending Library and quarterly newsletter. NH Family Voice participates in several projects, each with a specific focus on different ways we can help families to become informed, experienced, self-sufficient advocates for their children and themselves. There is no charge for the services we provide. We are funded by state and federal grants, as well as donations from community partners and supporters. |
| Give us a call or e-mail In NH Toll Free: 1-800-852-3345 X 4525 or (603) 271-4525 nhfv@yahoo.com |
| Who Are Children and Youth with Special Health Care Needs? |
Welcome to NH Family Voices
| “Children and youth with special health care needs are those who have, or are at risk for, a chronic physical, developmental, behavioral or emotional conditions and who also require health and related services of a type or amount beyond that required by children generally.” --- (US DHHS, Maternal and Child Health Bureau) A recent national survey estimates that 50,365 children in New Hampshire presently have a special health care need. Some children require only an accurate diagnosis and routine treatment and monitoring. Other's will need life-sustaining technology, treatment, and medicines throughout their lives. Children with special health needs tend to receive their health care from a combination of private and public financing and delivery systems, and many depend on multiple providers. This maze of services can be daunting for parents, caregivers, and the professionals who support them. NH Family Voices is Here to Help |
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In March we marked the second anniversary of the laws passage. Our Family Voices
families have enjoyed many benefits from this historic reform.
New Hampshire health care champion Ann Marie Morse -- who fought for Michelle's
Law in honor of her daughter -- highlights the hard work and incredible reforms that
health care advocates have achieved through the years. Ann Marie specifically
describes some of the many benefits New Hampshire families and small businesses
can access under the Affordable Care Act.
This video was released on March 23, 2012 for the second anniversary of the Affordable Care Act. It is brought to you by
Protect Your Care and Granite State Progress.
families have enjoyed many benefits from this historic reform.
New Hampshire health care champion Ann Marie Morse -- who fought for Michelle's
Law in honor of her daughter -- highlights the hard work and incredible reforms that
health care advocates have achieved through the years. Ann Marie specifically
describes some of the many benefits New Hampshire families and small businesses
can access under the Affordable Care Act.
This video was released on March 23, 2012 for the second anniversary of the Affordable Care Act. It is brought to you by
Protect Your Care and Granite State Progress.
| Happy Birthday to the Affordable Care Act!! |
Governor Lynch proclaims Thursday, May 9, 2012 as National Children’s Mental Health Day in New Hampshire! The
national and state efforts are to raise awareness of the importance of children’s mental health and that positive
mental health is essential to a child’s healthy development from birth.
New Hampshire child and family serving agencies and organizations are joining others across the United States in
promoting the theme Children’s Mental Health Matters! We are focusing on the need to build resiliency in children,
youth and families and promote the importance of screening for mental health disorders, early identification and
access to services. It is essential that screening becomes part of preventative care and when identified children
and families are able to access comprehensive and integrated care.
There are several activities and events planned for the month of May. Visit www.naminh.org and click on Community
Education/Children’s Mental Health Awareness for details of activities and events planned. Contact person: Claudia
at cferber@naminh.org.
national and state efforts are to raise awareness of the importance of children’s mental health and that positive
mental health is essential to a child’s healthy development from birth.
New Hampshire child and family serving agencies and organizations are joining others across the United States in
promoting the theme Children’s Mental Health Matters! We are focusing on the need to build resiliency in children,
youth and families and promote the importance of screening for mental health disorders, early identification and
access to services. It is essential that screening becomes part of preventative care and when identified children
and families are able to access comprehensive and integrated care.
There are several activities and events planned for the month of May. Visit www.naminh.org and click on Community
Education/Children’s Mental Health Awareness for details of activities and events planned. Contact person: Claudia
at cferber@naminh.org.
| NATIONAL CHILDREN’S MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS Day May 9, 2012 |
Health Coverage for NH Children under Age 19
NH Medicaid Keeping New Hampshire Children Strong and Healthy
NH Medicaid Keeping New Hampshire Children Strong and Healthy
A Message from the Director of the Office of Medicaid Business and Policy
An Important Change to "Healthy Kids-Silver" and "Healthy Kids-Gold"
Starting on July 1, 2012, as a result of changes to NH State law, coverage under "Healthy Kids- Silver" and "Healthy Kids-Gold" will move to NH
Medicaid coverage. NH Medicaid will cover kids under the age of 19 up to 300% of the federal poverty level. This means a family of four may be
eligible for NH Medicaid coverage when the family’s total monthly income at or below $5,763 (see below for the 2012 federal poverty level income
guidelines). The staff at the Department of Health and Human Services are dedicated to providing health coverage for NH children who need it.
Whether it is for an annual physical for sports camp or a well baby check and vaccination, NH Medicaid keeps New Hampshire children strong and
healthy. Sincerely,
Kathleen Dunn, Director, Office of Medicaid Business and Policy
An Important Change to "Healthy Kids-Silver" and "Healthy Kids-Gold"
Starting on July 1, 2012, as a result of changes to NH State law, coverage under "Healthy Kids- Silver" and "Healthy Kids-Gold" will move to NH
Medicaid coverage. NH Medicaid will cover kids under the age of 19 up to 300% of the federal poverty level. This means a family of four may be
eligible for NH Medicaid coverage when the family’s total monthly income at or below $5,763 (see below for the 2012 federal poverty level income
guidelines). The staff at the Department of Health and Human Services are dedicated to providing health coverage for NH children who need it.
Whether it is for an annual physical for sports camp or a well baby check and vaccination, NH Medicaid keeps New Hampshire children strong and
healthy. Sincerely,
Kathleen Dunn, Director, Office of Medicaid Business and Policy
| Welcome to NH Medicaid, here are some answers to frequently asked questions that are important to know. |
| Dear Family: What does this change mean to you? read more (English)... |
| Estimada familia: ¿Qué significa esto para mi familia? Haga clic aquí para leer más (Español/Spanish).. |
Below is a "frequently asked questions" flier and "Dear Family" letters that explain changes. These can be seen by clicking the pictures.
For more information visit the NH Department of Health and Human Services (NH Medicaid) website.
For more information visit the NH Department of Health and Human Services (NH Medicaid) website.
