Many people ask if the CHC provides primary or specialty pediatric services. While we do have child psychiatrists who are medical doctors, we do not provide pediatric medical care. We will work very closely with your medical team. The CHC does charge for its services, like any doctor, hospital or service agency. We do offer financial aid based on ability to pay, and our primary mission is to provide service, not to make a profit.
Services are available on a sliding scale.
The CHC is a nonprofit agency not affiliated with any other state or local organization. Many of our clients receive services from school districts, county social service agencies or other private agencies, and we work closely with all of those organizations as necessary. While coordinated care can certainly be in the best interests of the child, services at the CHC are completely confidential, and are not shared with anyone without the consent of the legal guardian for the child. The CHC takes calls or referrals and provides services as needed. It is often best, however, to coordinate care with a primary care doctor, and formal referrals are a good way to exchange information.