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What is SNAP?
SNAP consists of a multi-disciplinary team of professionals who assist Families on determining the safest, least restrictive and most appropriate placement for children, youth and teens requiring special care. In conjunction with the Army Community Service Exceptional Family Member Program, SNAP is available to help establish child care, school age, youth services, SKIES Instructional or recreational sports and fitness activities that may help alleviate the stress on parents.
When would a child be referred to this team?
Some examples of conditions which might warrant a referral to the SNAP:
Asthma • ADD/ADHD • Allergies • Diabetes • Learning disorders/disabilities • Epilepsy
Limited mobility • Developmental delays • Autism • Hearing/language/vision difficulties |
SNAP Paperwork Required
Please remember that all forms must be signed and stamped by a licensed health care professional and returned to
Parent Central at Building.
• If your child has a prescription for an inhaler or nebulizer, you need to complete a Respiratory Medical Action Plan
required.
• If your child has any type of allergy that calls for the use of Benadryl, Epi-Pen or an inhaler, you need to complete an Allergy Medical Action Plan
and/or
• If your child has food allergies or if you have a food substitution based on religious beliefs,
you need to complete a Special Diet Statement
• If your child has seizures, you need to complete a Seizure Medical Action Plan
• If your child has diabetes you need to complete a Diabetes Action Plan
All forms need to be turned in to the Parent and Outreach Services Office to be reviewed by the
Army Public Health Nurse and the SNAP committee.
What if additional concerns arise at a later date?
If the child’s needs change, the parent desires a different placement or the child is experiencing difficulties, another SNAP meeting will be scheduled to address whatever changes might be necessary.
Are parents present during the review?
Yes, parents may be asked to attend the SNAP committee meeting. Parental input is a crucial element to the process. The EFMP coordinator will work with the parents to arrange a meeting time so that the parents are able to attend. The parents may be asked to bring specific information, such as medical documentation, prescription information and any other information about the child’s special needs.
Are providers trained to care for my child’s special needs?
All CYSS caregivers are trained and experienced. If a child presents a situation which is new to the staff, the staff members will be trained before the child enters the program.
For more information, please contact the Parent and Outreach Services Director, Kim Tague at (845) 938-3921 or the EFMP Program Manager, Josephine Toohey at (845) 938-5655.
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