ABCD & ABCD

The Spokane Access to Baby & Child Dentistry (ABCD) Program is designed to increase access to dentists for Medicaid-eligible infants, toddlers and preschoolers. Eligible children who have not yet reached their 5th birthday are enrolled; parents receive oral health education prior to the children visiting the ABCD certified dentist of their choice. Children remain in the ABCD Program until their 6th birthday. The Spokane Access to Baby & Child Dentistry Expanded (ABCD"E") program includes pediatricians and family practice physicians that provide oral health education and screenings as part of a medical exam. In addition, children ages 0 to 19 may receive up to three fluoride varnish treatments per year at their medical office. Be sure to ask about this program when you schedule and/or take your child for medical exams. For more information see: www.srhd.org/services/dental.asp

CASA/Guardian Ad Litem

CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocate) volunteers advocate for the rights of abused and neglected children between the ages of birth and 17. Volunteers do an independent investigation and submit a written recommendation to the court. They may be asked to testify in court on behalf of the child, then monitor the case until the child is permanently placed. For more information see: www.spokanecounty.org/superiorcourt/content.aspx?c=1080

DADS (Developing an Advocacy for Dads)

DADS is a Spokane network of service providers who are developing resources and programs to support fathers and other significant males and to help them become more involved in the lives of children. The monthly group meetings are for service providers only. Contact Dan Wolfley at SCAN to receive information or to participate in this program. www.scancenter.org for more information

ECEAP American Indian Community Center

A life enrichment program primarily for low-income families with children 4 years old by August 31 of the current school year. Parent participation is strongly encouraged. Provides services, classes and activities for the entire family. ECEAP sessions are Monday - Thursday, 8:45-11:45 a.m. Wrap-around child care is available.

Poison Control

AAPCC member poison centers maintain a 24-hour Poison Help hotline. It is continuously staffed by pharmacists, physicians, nurses and poison information providers who are toxicology specialists. The Poison Help hotline provides immediate access to poison exposure management instructions and information on potential poisons.  For more information:  http://www.aapcc.org/DNN or http://www.saferchild.org/poison.htm

Resources Directory for Children with Chronic Conditions

Resources Directory Available for Northwest Residents
Families who have children with chronic conditions often need to find resources to assist them in caring for their child’s needs. You may need help finding transportation to a medical visit or accessing therapy services near your home. You may want to find parent organizations or information about child care or insurance coverage.

The resource search option lets you look for resources by topic. Most resources are in Washington, Alaska, Montana or Idaho but there are a few national resources available for other states. As you contact resources, make sure you are comfortable, know what you need, and find out about costs, their ability to work with you, within your budget or with your insurance plan.

Respite and Recreation for Children with Special Needs

Easter Seals Washington offers the Respite and Recreation Program to children with special needs ages 4-14 years and their siblings. Games, crafts, activities and meals included. Easter Seals is an authorized vendor of the Division of Developmental Disabilities. For more information go to: www.wa.easterseals.com/site/PageServer?pagename=WADR_camping_recreation_page_2

Washington's Child Restraint Law

For information on Washington's Restraint Laws