HEALTH: Caring for Children with Disabilities in Ohio: The Impact on Families

2012

Susan M. Havercamp
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Key findings of our study show that compared to other families, families caring for children with disabilities are more likely to have: ? Less self-reported annual family income ? Personal financial strife ? Less employment security ? Elevated levels of emotional stress ? Children with greater use of health care services Policy Considerations ? Lessen Stressors: Lessening stressors related to caring for children with disabilities will have a positive impact on family well being and on family income. ? Medical Home: Improved care coordination of health care services for children with disabilities will better align resources and potentially reduce preventable hospitalizations and health system services. ? Data Tracking: Policy deliberations concerning the state of families caring for children with disabilities in Ohio should consider a thorough evaluation of current assistance programs for children with disabilities and their families and an evaluation of best practices of other state p

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