Information, care coordination, and financial assistance

Children with chronic illness, a disabling condition, or a developmental delay may qualify for special health care services supported or coordinated by state agencies.

Programs for children age 5 and under include:

• A hearing program that includes services and hearing aids
• Nutritional supplements for select medical conditions
• Oral health and orthodontic programs
• Financial assistance for treatments, therapies, services, medication, and equipment
• Purchase of blood products for children with hemophilia or other blood clotting disorders
• Care assistance for children with sickle cell disease

The SC Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) can connect families to services and may be able to cover some costs.