Health Care Program for Children in Foster Care (HCPCFC)
The mission of the Health Care Program for Children in Foster Care (HCPCFC) program is to provide medical case management services for children in Mono County who are under the care of Child Welfare Services or Probation. Children in Foster Care are placed away from their families primarily due to neglect and abuse. Foster children tend to have more illness, developmental delays, more mental health issues, and dental caries. All children placed in Foster Care in California become eligible for Medi-Cal health insurance.
The Mono County Health Department's Foster Care Public Health Nurse (PHN) works as a liaison with social workers, probation officers, doctors, and substitute care providers to coordinate and ensure each child's health needs are met until the child returns home or turns 18. The PHN is responsible for assurance of foster children’s health.
This includes:
- Well Child Exam
- Dental Exam
- Developmental needs
- Prescriptions
- Mental health services
If you would like more information on Foster Care services, please contact Mono County Health and Human Services in Mammoth Lakes at (760) 924-1830.
If you suspect child abuse, please call our 24-hour Hotline to report 1-800-340-5411. Fax 760-924-1721.
Your report is confidential and can be anonymous. Please visit our Child Welfare page for more information.
