At MaineHealth, one of our highest priorities is helping children have a healthy start in life. Specially-trained pediatric home care nurses and therapists care for people with high-risk pregnancies, newborns who have critical health care needs, and parents who need guidance and support.
Expert home care for infants, children and teens
Our pediatric team cares for newborn infants and children up to the age of 18 who have special needs, are recovering from surgery, or are facing the challenges of a serious illness. Conditions commonly treated include:
- Chronic health conditions
- Developmental disabilities
- Congenital heart defects
- Cancers
- Cystic fibrosis
- Cerebral palsy
- Down's syndrome
- Injuries and trauma
Who will be my home health care provider?
Our pediatric home care team includes:
- Registered nurses
- Physical therapists
- Occupational therapists
- Speech language pathologists