Children with Special Needs

The Vancouver Regional Pediatric Team helps children with special health care needs lead active, healthy lives in their homes, schools and communities.

• School based consultation for children aged 5 to 19.
• Observation and consultation in home and community.
• Short-term therapy for children discharged from hospital.
• Assistance to children with complex medical nursing needs.
• Assistance to children and families who need palliative care.
• Educational in-services for school staff.
• Liaison with other team members and specialists to facilitate continuity of care.
• Input to IEP and school based meetings to support inclusion in the school community.
• Occupational therapy
• Physiotherapy
• Community health nursing
• Social work

How do I refer a student to the Regional Pediatric Team? 

Complete the referral and consent forms below and fax them to the number listed on the forms.  Please note that parents/guardians must sign both consents

Request for Consultation - Vancouver regional Pediatric Team

Consent for Disclosure of Personal Information

 If you require a consult for fine or gross motor skills, you will also need to complete the addendums below:

Gross Motor Addendum

Fine Motor Addendum

Learn more about the Vancouver Regional Pediatric Team

 Download Section 11 of the School Health Manual:

Section 11 - Children with Special Health Care Needs

Contact us  Contact the Vancouver Regional Pediatric Team directly.