additional resources
prepare for surgery
When your child needs surgery, we know it can be a stressful and uncertain time. That's why we have outlined all you need to know.
Please visit our preparing for surgery page to get helpful tips, learn what to eat and drink, learn where to park and much more.
resources at Dayton Children's
Please find a list below of resources available at Dayton Children's
Family support resource directory
Billing and financial assistance
Dayton Children's patient care coordinator
Judy Mosher is the patient coordinator for the Craniofacial Center at Dayton Children's. She specializes in craniofacial syndromes, research craniofacial genetics, advocacy, networking and hosting annual retreats for syndromic families. She is also the co-founder of the Treacher Collins Network. Contact Judy at mosherj@childrensdayton.org or 937-641-4755.
other resources
Other organizations provide extensive educational materials for patients and families. Our specialists encourage families to find support through the following websites and organizations.
travel resources
Angel Flight West
www.angelflightwest.org
1-888-426-2643
Arranges free, non-emergency air travel for children with serious medical conditions and other compelling needs. Aircraft, piloting, and all flying costs are donated to help families, so they can receive treatment they may not otherwise be able to receive.
Air Care Alliance
http://www.aircarealliance.org/submit-request-for-assistance
More than sixty groups have volunteer pilots who will fly patients for care or provide other flights or aviation services to help those in need or serve our communities. If you are seeking free air transportation or aviation services you can send an inquiry to each appropriate organization in one easy step by providing Air Care Alliance the necessary information about your transportation needs.
Children’s Craniofacial Association (CCA)
www.ccakids.com/financial-assistance.html
1-800-535-3643 or areeves@ccakids.com
CCA has a financial assistance program that helps with food, travel and/or lodging. Please apply at least 4 to 6 weeks before your next appointment. FACES: The National Craniofacial Association www.faces-cranio.org/Paying.htm 1-800-332-2373 or faces@faces-cranio.org Provides financial support for non-medical expenses to patients traveling to a craniofacial center for treatment. Eligibility is based on financial and medical need.
craniofacial resources
American Association of Orthodontists
Children’s Craniofacial Association
FACES: The National Craniofacial Association
Federation for Children with Special Needs
Headlines: The Craniofacial Support Group
cleft lip and palate resources
Adopting Cleft-Affected Kids Online Support Group
American Cleft Palate-Craniofacial Association (Cleft Palate Foundation)
craniosynostosis resources
Cranio Kids: Fun Friends and Craniosynostosis Support
Craniosynostosis and Positional Plagiocephaly Support, Inc.
hemangioma/vascular malformation resources
Birthmarks and Hemangiomas InterNETwork Support
National Organization of Vascular Anomalies
Vascular Birthmarks Foundation
