Health
Measles: What we need to know!!!
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Uninsured Minors
Menores Sin Seguro
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Please complete the google form to participate!!!!
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1KNAPKlA-BD2ADWNy7fDb1dQEi0qh4j5EqlkEG686r-k/edit
NeedyMeds: Find help with the cost of medicine
https://www.needymeds.org/
If you all are in need in scheduling appointments for immunizations please use this link on My Chart:
Use the QR code to register!!!
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Food Allergies and the Importance of Having an EpiPen!!! Please take a READ!
Mask Wearing
As a reminder, all students are required to wear a mask while in school. Masks can only be removed for eating and drinking. Please help us by reminding your child of the importance of wearing a mask.
MEDICAID ELIGIBILITY
The Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DHMH) provides Medical Assistance, also called Medicaid, coverage to individuals and families determined by their needs and income. Eligibility depends on family size and income. The annual income limit is about $21,200 for a family of three. A family may also be categorically eligible if already receiving public assistance such as Supplemental Security Income (SSI), Temporary Cash Assistance (TCA) or foster care. Eligibility for Medicaid is usually determined every 12 months.
Medical Assistance will provide free health services including:
Low-cost or free prescriptions;
Doctor visits;
Emergency room visits;
Hospital stays;
X-ray and lab services; and, Many other services.
To determine if you are eligible for Medical Assistance please contact our office at (301)952-6338 or your local Department of Social Services:
Prince George's County Department of Social Services
6505 Belcrest Road
Hyattsville, MD 20782
(301) 909-6000
425 Brightseat Road
Landover, MD 20785
4235 28th Street
Suitland, MD 20746
Families can also apply online https://www.marylandsail.org/or can call 1-800-456-8900 to request an application.
Clinics for Children and Adolescents for PG county
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List of Medical Clinics Near You!
Lista de Clínicas Medicas Cerca de Usted!
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Health Insurance | Seguro Médico
Prince George's County Health Connect
Do you need assistance with enrolling in Medicaid or renewing your health insurance benefits? Call the PGC Health Connect navigators who will gladly assist you over the phone!
¿Necesita ayuda para inscribirse en Medicaid o renovar sus beneficios de seguro médico? ¡Llame a los navegadores de PGC Health Connect, quienes con gusto lo ayudarán por teléfono! (Hablan español)
301-927-4500 | 240-719-2167 | 301-270-8432
UPCOMING PEDIATRIC CLINIC
Gift Certificates
VSP® Eyes of Hope® gift certificates provide adults and children in need with access to eye care and new glasses at no cost through a VSP network doctor in their community. Gift certificates are distributed through our national network of community partners.
https://vspglobal.com/cms/vspglobal-outreach/gift-certificates.html
GIFT CERTIFICATE REQUEST FORM
Due to the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic and the increased need for access to eye care and eyewear across the U.S., requests may require additional review. Please request only as many gift certificates as your organization plans to distribute in the next six months.
If you have any questions, please email giftcertificates@vsp.com.
https://vspglobal.com/cms/vspglobal-outreach/eyewear-donations-form.html