Rhode Island Department of Human Services

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Kids Connect


KIDS CONNECT is a program that provides specialized services at licensed childcare centers that can help children with special needs participate, play and learn, along with their typically-developing peers. Licensed childcare centers and after-school care programs contract with the State to provide this service.

Eligibility

A child must meet the following requirements to be eligible for Kids Connect. He or she must be–

  • eligible for Medical Assistance
  • 6 weeks to 16 years old
  • a Rhode Island resident
  • live at home, and
  • have a chronic condition- cognitive, physical, developmental and/or psychiatric- that is moderate to severe

Cost

There is no cost to families. Children must be eligible for Medicaid.

How to Apply

Please contact a CEDARR Family Center. CEDARR Family Centers serve children and families throughout the state.

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