The CYCSCHN program addresses population health issues specific to women and children. The purpose of the Children and Youth with Special Health Care Needs (CYSHCN) program is to assure comprehensive integrated, family-centered, and culturally competent systems of care for youth and children with special health care needs in Kittitas County and guidance to direct and indirect care and resources from local and outreach facilities.

Children and Youth with Special Health Care Needs

Kittitas County public health CYSHCN is here to provide local resources to families with youth and children with special health care needs. We want to provide the best care and resources available to families in the local area as well as outreach facilities to coordinate needs in different aspect of special healthcare needs. We are here to help with social, emotional, physical, and developmental conditions. Kittitas County public health has resources for transportation community-based resources local activities. We also assist in referral for medical care.

Adverse Childhood Experiences and Resiliency

Adverse Childhood Experiences, also known as ACEs, are traumatic events that happen in a person’s life between the ages of 1-18. ACEs are very common and can negatively impact health and wellness. ACEs are linked to mental illness, substance use problems, and chronic health issues. The good news is that ACEs don’t have to lead to negative outcomes. The Kittitas County public health department provides resources on ACEs and positive lifestyle factors that can protect children from the potentially harmful effects of ACEs. If you would like more information, check out the free ACEs training provided by Kittitas County Health Network.