We are excited to announce that Brevard Schools Foundation has partnered with Florida KidCare to help promote essential children’s health insurance programs. This collaboration aims to ensure that every child in our community has access to high-quality health care as they head back to school.
Learn the ABCs of Routine Back-to-School Checkups with Florida KidCare
Let’s face it: Balancing back-to-school season and healthy habits can be challenging for busy parents. But it doesn’t have to be! By following the ABCs of routine checkups, you can make sure your child’s health and wellness are a top priority going into the new school year.
A: Aim to schedule your child’s annual checkup before they head back to school.
Routine checkups are crucial for monitoring your child’s growth and development. Ensure that your child sees their pediatrician annually to stay on top of their health.
B: Bring any medical documents for school that must be signed by your child’s pediatrician.
Schools often require specific medical documentation. Make sure to bring these to your child’s appointment to get them signed off.
C: Check to make sure your child is up to date on required immunizations.
Immunizations protect your child from various diseases. Verify that your child’s vaccinations are current to keep them safe and healthy.
D: Don’t forget to get a sports physical to ensure that your child can safely participate in extracurricular activities.
If your child is involved in sports or other physical activities, a sports physical is essential to confirm they are fit and healthy to participate.
E: Educate yourself on important developmental milestones to make sure your child is staying on track.
Knowing what to expect at each stage of your child’s development helps you ensure they are progressing well.
F: Find coverage for checkups, vaccinations, mental health services, and more through Florida KidCare.
Florida KidCare offers a comprehensive range of health services to support your child’s needs.
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About Florida KidCare
Join the millions of families who count on Florida KidCare for the high-quality health and dental insurance they need from birth until the 19th birthday. Services are delivered through quality plans that offer a choice of local doctors, dentists, specialists, hospitals, pharmacies, and other health care providers. Florida KidCare includes free, subsidized, and competitively priced options based on family income and household size. Families who do not qualify for free or subsidized coverage may purchase a competitively priced plan.
With no application fee and year-round enrollment, NOW is the time to apply! Simply fill out the application, and Florida KidCare will match your child with the right option. Apply online at floridakidcare.org or call 1-888-540-KIDS (5437).
We are thrilled to work alongside Florida KidCare to help ensure that all children in our community have access to the health care they need for a successful school year. For more information, visit their website or contact them directly.
Together, we can make a difference in the lives of our children.