The provision of service is highly individualized and often intensive. Each child enrolled is provided a private physician and dentist from a network of 60 local practitioners. These physicians and dentists provide primary health care services when the child is known and seen regularly for both well and sick visits, where central records are kept and the doctor can be reached during off-hours. CHIP nurses provide case management . Each CHIP child is placed in the care of one of CHIP's six public health nurses.
CHIP works to strengthen the family .
To grow and flourish, children need families who are able to provide stable, safe and nurturing environments. CHIP staff assist the entire familiy by addressing issues such as housing, nutrition, education, employment, and parenting ability. CHIP is in need of volunteers and financial support to assist in carrying out its mission. For more information, contact Robin Hammerstrom, Executive Director at 857-6993.