Dayton Children's is the pediatric referral center for a 20-county region. We offer pediatric services in general pediatrics and over 35 specialty areas. This area contains information about each of these pediatric services.
Children's Home Care of Dayton 18 Children's Plaza Dayton, OH 45404-1815 FAX: 937-641-4663
Administrator: Vickie Peoples, RN, BSN, MBA
The Children's Care and Comfort program is one of the programs offered by Children's Home Care of Dayton. The staff of Children's Care and Comfort understand the needs of children with life-threatening illnesses and the needs of their families. The goal is to provide family-centered care that respects the dignity and uniqueness of every child and family. The specific services provided are determined by the family. With a primary care physician, care team members support the family in their decisions, allowing them to care for their seriously ill child at home.
Services available
Nurses with pediatric expertise on call 24 hours a day, seven days a week
Infusion therapies
Pain management
In-home blood transfusions
Intensive family support
Interdisciplinary team case management
Coordinator and advocacy with community resources
A family support specialist is available to provide individualized services. These include:
Emotional support
Parent education
Sibling support
Short-term family intervention
Referrals and resources
Bereavement support
Referral Information:
Families and physicians may request Children's Care and Comfort services for any child experiencing a life-threatening illness.
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