Children in school systems with healthcare concerns should have additional documents to support their medical needs. An Individualized Education Plan (IEP) should include an Individual Healthcare Plan (IHP) and an Emergency Healthcare Plan (EHP) for their specific needs while in the school environment. This presentation will identify what these documents are, what information should be included in them, and will review sample options.

Family S.T.A.R. supports families with children and youth from birth to age 26 throughout the state who have special healthcare needs, complex medical conditions, developmental disabilities, and mental health challenges, along with the professionals, providers, and educators who serve them. Our services include Support, Training and Education, Assistance, and Resources and are offered at no charge. Family S.T.A.R. is Florida’s Family to Family Health Information Center (F2FHIC), funded by the U.S. Dept. of Health, under the Health Resources Services Administration.