Born premature and unable to absorb nutrients, Joe’Von now has an appetite for life.
Prescribed pediatric extended care (PPEC) is a proven, innovative model that will improve access to care for families seeking an alternative choice to prolonged hospital stays when nursing is unavailable. Support H.F. 1522/S.F. 1970 to provide this crucial service for our most vulnerable population.
It allows a child to discharge from a hospital institution to their home with their family.
The facility not only supports the child’s medical needs, but their social, educational (pre-k), and developmental needs to help them become more independent in their communities.
This varies for each child and is determined by the physician.
The facility will be open for a maximum of 12.5 hours per day to accommodate parent work schedules, as well as before and after school options.
The length of time a child uses this service varies for each child based on their ongoing need for medical interventions as determined by their physician.
Each child is reassessed on a regular interval with the goal for many to graduate from the program. Some of the more medically complex children may have an ongoing need.
The facility provides an additional option to receive services in a community-based setting.
The physician and parent may choose PPEC, home care nursing, or a combination to best meet the needs of each child.
