Our First PPEC Webinar was a Success!
Tender Care provides skilled nursing services in a daycare-like environment.
Our First PPEC Webinar was a Success!
We’re excited to share that our very first webinar focused on Prescribed Pediatric Extended Care (PPEC) centers was a great success! Bringing together healthcare professionals, caregivers, and community members, this event provided an insightful overview of the critical role PPEC centers play in supporting children with complex medical needs.
What is a Prescribed Pediatric Extended Care Center (PPEC)?
For those new to the concept, PPEC centers provide specialized care for medically fragile children who require ongoing treatment beyond traditional pediatric care. These centers offer a safe and nurturing environment where children receive therapies, nursing care, and social support tailored to their unique needs.
Webinar Highlights
During the webinar, attendees learned about:
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The scope and services of PPEC centers
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The benefits of coordinated care for children and families
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How to access and utilize PPEC services effectively
Our panel of experts shared insights and answered questions from participants, fostering a meaningful dialogue about improving pediatric care options.
Why This Matters
Families caring for children with complex medical needs face daily challenges that require comprehensive support systems. PPEC centers help bridge gaps in care, allowing families peace of mind knowing their children are in capable hands while also promoting development and quality of life.
Thank You to Our Participants!
We want to extend a heartfelt thank you to everyone who joined us for this webinar. Your engagement and enthusiasm made this event truly impactful. We look forward to hosting more educational sessions to continue raising awareness and enhancing the pediatric care community.
Stay Tuned
If you missed the webinar, don’t worry! A recorded version is on our YouTube! Be sure to follow us on social media and subscribe to our newsletter for updates on upcoming events and resources.
Tender Care provides care for medically complex and fragile children from birth to 21 years of age in a daycare-like environment staffed with nurses, CNAs, and therapists. We are the first independently owned PPEC in the State of Florida with our initial center opening in 1988. This means we have an abundance of experience and knowledge in providing loving care to this special pediatric population. We have 6 Tender Care PPEC centers throughout Florida, with our newest facility located in Lake Park.
Our goal is to enhance the development of each child through collaborative relationships between families, physicians, nurses, and therapists. This holistic approach to care is carried out in an environment that allows the child to engage in social interactions with their peers. This results in thriving children, well-positioned to achieve their greatest potential. We also offer transportation at no cost and provide nutritious meals throughout the day.
What sets us apart is that we care for and treat every child like family. We have passion in our hearts for our children and a desire to see them succeed.
We are so excited to have a table at this fair and can’t wait to meet all the families that attend.
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PPEC Offers Many Advantages…
To the child/family:
- Centrally located nursing and therapy decreases intrusions into family dynamics at home
- Increased socialization with other children
- Decreased hospitalization
- Personalized case management ensuring the best care for your child
- Offers caregivers increased potential to return to work or school
- Early detection of potential health problems by licensed professionals
To the payer:
- Decreased hospitalizations through early detection and case management
- Increased compliance with plan of care resulting in less utilization of health care benefits
- An average savings of 40% to 50% compared to Home Health services
Common pediatric diagnoses that indicate a potential need for daily skilled nursing services:
- Premature infants diagnosed with bronchopulmonary dysplasia, apnea of prematurity, oxygen and pulse oximetry dependence
- Cerebral palsy with gastrostomy or jejunostomy dependence and/or seizures
- Spina bifida with or without an Arnold Chiari malformation and shunt monitoring, and urinary catheterization dependence
- Certain cardiac anomalies
- Post-transplant status
- Immunosuppressed status
- Tracheostomy status (with or without ventilator dependence)
- Failure to thrive
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- History of hypoxic-ischemic encephalopathy
- Adrenal Insufficiency
- Presence of a colostomy, ileostomy, urostomy, or vesicostomy
*This is not medical advice, always consult with your child’s doctor before making any changes to their lifestyle.