Prior Authorizations: Family Input Can Make a Difference
Good news can go sideways fast when the medical service or therapy your child needs is slowed down by red tape. It starts when...
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Summary of Governor’s 2019-2021 State Budget Proposal
Wisconsin’s new governor has issued his first state budget proposal and it’s full of information that will affect families with children with special health...
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Announcing Our New Website!
We are so excited to announce our new website AND address: familyvoiceswi.org. Our goal was to provide you with an easier way to access...
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Children’s Long-Term Support Waiver…What the heck is this?
You’ve probably seen the words, and heard about the program but have you wondered what exactly is the Children’s Long-Term Support Waiver, or CLTS?...
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Learn How to RAISE YOUR VOICE (in a good way)
What if in one day you could learn how to influence the people in charge of making decisions that affect your loved one or...
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My Child has to Complete a Functional Screen. Help!
Many programs in Wisconsin that provide supports and services for children with special needs require that a functional screen be completed to determine eligibility....
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Appealing a Medicaid Denial
If your family is applying for or is already covered by Medicaid or BadgerCare Plus and you have received a denial of benefits or...
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How to find respite and personal care providers
Children with disabilities or special health care needs and their families can benefit from having help at home. Parents can also benefit from having...
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