Vaccines For Kids Program

Supporting Healthy Futures for our Children

About our Healthy Kids Program

Paula Gates, Family Nurse Practitioner, leads our Vaccines For Kids Program with expertise and a focus on providing comprehensive well-child visits and immunizations. Trust in Paula’s compassionate care and personalized approach for your family’s wellness in Elizabeth, LA.

Program Highlights

  • The Early and Periodic Screening, Diagnostic, and Treatment (EPSDT) program includes periodic screenings that assess physical, mental, developmental, dental, hearing, and vision health, ensuring that any potential issues are identified early.

  • Emphasis is placed on preventive care to identify and treat health conditions before they become serious. This includes vaccinations, well-child visits, and anticipatory guidance to promote healthy development.

  • The Vaccines For Children (VFC) program provides vaccines at no cost to children enrolled in Medicaid, as well as those who are uninsured, underinsured, or of American Indian/Alaska Native heritage. This ensures that all eligible children have access to essential vaccinations.

  • The program collaborates closely with families to develop personalized care plans, ensuring that each child’s health needs are addressed in a holistic and comprehensive manner.

  • If a screening reveals a potential health issue, the program offers access to diagnostic services to accurately determine the nature and extent of the problem.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Healthy Kids Program?

The Vaccines for Kids at Elizabeth Family Clinic offers comprehensive and preventive healthcare services for children and adolescents. It includes regular check-ups, screenings, and treatments to catch and address health issues early. The program consists of two main components: the Vaccines for Children (VFC) Program and the Early and Periodic Screening, Diagnostic, and Treatment (EPSDT) Program.

What does the Vaccines For Kids Program include?

The program provides:

  • Regular Health Screenings: Assessments for physical, mental, developmental, dental, hearing, and vision health.

  • Preventive Care: Emphasis on vaccinations, well-child visits, and anticipatory guidance.

  • Immunizations/VFC Program: Free vaccines for eligible children.

  • Comprehensive Diagnostic and Treatment Services: Addressing any identified health issues.

  • Family-Centered Approach: Personalized care plans developed in collaboration with families.

How do I know if my child is eligible for the Vaccines for Children (VFC) Program?

Eligibility for the VFC Program includes:

  • Uninsured Children: Those without health insurance.

  • Medicaid-Eligible or Medicaid-Enrolled Children: Children who qualify for or are enrolled in Medicaid.

  • American Indian or Alaska Native Children: Regardless of insurance status.

  • Underinsured Children: Those whose health insurance does not fully cover vaccines.

“With the Vaccine For Kids Program, our goal is to ensure every child in Elizabeth, LA, receives the best start in life. Through comprehensive well-child visits and essential immunizations, we’re committed to fostering healthy futures and empowering families with the care and support they deserve.”

-Paula Gates, FNP-C