Children With Special Health Care Needs
Children’s Rehabilitative Services (CRS)
DHEC’s Children’s Rehabilitative Services (CRS) provides financial assistance to families of children under age 18 with one or more of a wide array of chronic illnesses and disabling conditions.
Eligibility Requirements
- U.S. citizenship or lawful permanent residency
- South Carolina residency
- Age under 18 years
- Household income at or below 250% of the federal poverty level ($57,625/year for family of four)
- Diagnosed condition covered by the program. (Most congenital defects and many chronic illnesses are covered.)
Services
- Payment for medical services, supplies, equipment, and prescription medications when related to a covered condition
- Comprehensive assessment of child and family needs and development of a care plan that address priorities and concerns
- Information about, and referral to other sources of assistance
- Care coordination when needed.
How to Apply
Contact your nearest regional CSHCN office.
Questions?
If you have questions about getting services for your child with special needs, please contact us.
Info for Healthcare Providers
For more information, email Children with Special Health Care Needs
or call us at (803) 898-0784.