Special Child Welfare Allowance Program (SCWA)

The SCWA program is available to families, assessed to be financially eligible, with a child who has a diagnosed developmental or physical disability. The program is designed to assist with additional expenses incurred by families directly due to the child's disability. Some examples of services provided include: medical transportation expenses, medical equipment, medical supplies, respite services and drug cards. 

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Two Social Workers, both located in Lewsiporte provide support to families of children with disabilities and is available from birth to age 18. 

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Applications to this program must first be submitted to a financial assessor who will determine if the family is eligible to receive services. Once the financial assessment is completed, the SCWA Social Worker will complete a social work assessment to determine what services are required. The services provided are based on the child's disability and will be different for every family. A part of the assessment includes a home visit.

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SCWA Social Workers work as part of a larger disciplinary team within Central Health, including Child Management Specialists, Developmental Psychologist, Speech-Language Pathologists, Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists, Public Health Nurses, Behaviour Management Specialist; and other disciplines within the Department of Education and Child, Youth, and Family Services.