8:33 a.m., April 3, 2009----Delaware Voices Family to Family Health Information Center will present a workshop, “Medicaid Benefits for Children,” from 6-8 p.m., Thursday, April 23, at the University of Delaware's Center for Disabilities Studies, 461 Wyoming Road, Newark.

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The workshop will address such topics as services covered, CHIP insurance, eligibility and how to apply, transitioning at age 18, appeals process, waivers, and managed care programs.

The workshop is free and open to the public, but registration is required by Wednesday, April 15. Contact Ann Phillips at [aphillip@udel.edu] or 302.831.1705 or Valerie Werner at [vwerner@udel.edu] or (302) 831-0140. Indicate if childcare reimbursement or special accommodations (including Spanish language translator or sign language interpreter) are needed. Light refreshments will be served.

Delaware Family Voices Family to Family Health Information Center opened in June 2008 at the Center for Disabilities Studies. It is operated and staffed by and for families of children and youth with disabilities and special health care needs.

The program provides information to parents who are new to the world of disabilities or to the issues that face families of a child with a disability or special health care needs. Parent leader liaisons and resource parents help other parents navigate the health care system, access resources and services, and find the answers to their questions.

The mission of the Center for Disabilities Studies is to enhance the lives of individuals and families in Delaware through education, prevention, service and research related to disabilities. The center promotes independence and productivity so individuals and families can fully participate in the life of the community.

Additional information is available on the Center for Disabilities Studies Web site or by calling (302) 831-6974 or (302) 831-4689 TDD.