FOR CHILDREN WITH SPECIAL HEALTH CARE NEEDS
MCFI Pediatric Special Care provides skilled nursing services for children ages birth to 20 who are living with special health care needs. Dedicated to both children and their families, Pediatric Special Care, 2020 West Wells Street, Milwaukee, is child-care licensed, Medicaid-certified and accredited by the Joint Commission. For more information, contact Christine Boyce, BSN, CCM, Director, at (414) 937-2131 or send us an email.
Improving Quality of Life
Pediatric Special Care provides high quality services to children with special health care needs within a unique medical/educational model. Children who otherwise may spend their days at home with an in-home nurse have the opportunity to play, learn and enjoy the company of other kids. Their parents or caregivers are able to work, go to school and pursue their goals, knowing that their children are in a safe, stimulating and caring environment. Early intervention in the life of a child with special health care needs is critical to the child's ability to achieve his or her highest levels of independence later in life.
Program Highlights
- Engaging learning, social and developmental programming
- Expert, compassionate skilled nursing care in a child-friendly environment
- Access to therapies, including physical, occupational and speech therapies.
- Expressive arts therapies, including art and music therapies
- Pet therapy
- Intergenerational programming
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Services for Children with Special Health Care Needs
Pediatric Special Care offers comprehensive services to help each child reach his or her full potential, including:
Nursing Services
- Tracheostomy therapy and care
- Ventilator-dependent care
- Enteral and parenteral nutrition
- Central line access and care
- Wound care
- Glucose monitoring
- Medication administration and monitoring
- Assessment, programming and tracking
- Case management
- Nursing support in an educational setting
Educational Services
- Individualized program planning and curriculum development
- Developmental assessment, programming and tracking
- Collaboration with public schools to ensure continuity of services
- Parental training and support
- Recreational activities and community outings
- Music and art therapies
- Early education program option through School for Early Development & Achievement charter school, located in the same building.
Additional Services
Location and Hours
Pediatric Special Care is located in the safe, secure MCFI Main Campus, 2020 West Wells Street, Milwaukee.
Hours: 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday
Occasional Saturdays: 7 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Careers at MCFI Pediatric Special Care
Your work counts at MCFI! If you are a nurse, Certified Nursing Assistant or experienced driver looking for a rewarding and challenging position, please contact Christine Boyce, BSN, CCM, Director, at (414) 937-2131 or send us an email. We also invite you to check current openings at MCFI.
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