Helpful information for families

Spark Pediatrics is featured on NBC News for its role in medical daycares, providing normalcy for children with complex medical needs. The spotlight showcases the rising growth of PPECs and the work of our Clearwater center. The Johns family's story is shared, emphasizing the comfort found in Spark Pediatrics for their child Andrew's serious heart condition.

‍Having your child in a PPEC center like ours gives you access to an experienced team of pediatric nurses. They will listen and understand your goals and needs, and help you develop a plan to meet those goals and needs. Caring for a child with medical complexities can feel like a lonely journey, but you'll have a team on your side at Spark Pediatrics.

At Spark, we use a team-based approach to ensure that every child in our care benefits from our collective experience and expertise. As a nursing director with extensive experience in homecare (including at the largest provider in Michigan), I saw the potential of prescribed pediatric extended care (PPECs) first-hand and it motivated me to join our mission. I believe PPECs are the future of post-acute pediatric care; let me break down the advantages.

We understand that all of our families are part of a unique, highly specific community. We see ourselves as a resource and lifeline for them, helping them navigate the medical, Medicaid, and support communities. So, over the past few months, we spoke to thirteen caregivers from our network to learn more about what they love about Spark and how we can continue to support them.