Caring for Ill Children

Title:	Caring for Seriously Ill Children
URL:	http://endoflifecare.tripod.com/juvenilehuntingtonsdisease/id39.html
Comment:	This article, from www.kidshealth.org, discusses issues surrounding the care of chronically ill children. Article Summary: Taking care of a chronically ill child is one of the most draining and difficult tasks a parent can face. A prolonged childhood illness affects all family members emotionally and physically and changes relationships within the family. Luckily, this tough balancing act doesn't have to be accomplished alone: support groups, social workers, and family friends often can lend a helping hand.

Title:	Healthy Kids, Health Care
URL:	http://www.healthykids.us/illness.htm
Comment:	This site has tips and information for parents who are caring for ill children.

Title:	National Association for Sick Child Daycare
URL:	http://www.nascd.com
Comment:	NASCD is a non-profit, educational organization established to (1) support the establishment of high quality sick child care programs nationwide, (2) substantiate and quantify the need for new sick child care programs nationwide, (3) promote the establishment of new sick child care services by researching and disseminating needed information, and (4) promote and participate in sick child care research. This website provides information about sick child daycare, including publications and conference information.

Title:	US Department of Labor Family & Medical Leave Act
URL:	http://www.dol.gov/esa/whd/fmla
Comment:	Site provides basic information on the Family & Medical Leave Act. Includes the FMLA "800" number, fact sheets, and compliance guide.