Government Programs for Disabled Children: A Practitioner’s Guide to Policy and Programs in Florida

Authors

LeaAnne DeRigne

Publication Date

2016

Abstract

There are many government programs and benefits available to disabled children in the United States and include income-support programs, educational and therapeutic programs, and health services. This paper provides a practice/policy update for practitioners working with disabled children and their families. Doctors, nurses, counselors, and educators need to understand the rights of disabled children and their families. A short case scenario is presented followed by a summary of the federal and state policies that are available. Finally, sources of funding for each program are presented.

Recommended Citation

DeRigne, LeaAnne (2016) "Government Programs for Disabled Children: A Practitioner’s Guide to Policy and Programs in Florida," Florida Public Health Review: Vol. 13, Article 7.
Available at: https://digitalcommons.unf.edu/fphr/vol13/iss1/7