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Other Health Impairments
The “other health impairment” category covers conditions that limit a child’s strength, energy, or alertness. One example is ADHD, which impacts attention and executive function.
Federal Definition of OHI
(i) Is due to chronic or acute health problems such as asthma, attention deficit disorder or attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, diabetes, epilepsy, a heart condition, hemophilia, lead poisoning, leukemia, nephritis, rheumatic fever, sickle cell anemia, and Tourette syndrome; and
(ii) Adversely affects a child’s educational performance.
Resources by county
Asthma
Children’s Hospital of Richmond
This organization has multiple addresses, please click on “Learn More” to see all of their available addresses.
Phone:
(804) 828-2467
Richmond City Health District: RVA Breathes
Address:
2001 Maywill St, Suite 101,
Richmond, Virginia 23230
Phone:
(804) 266-2494
Richmond Allergy & Asthma Specialists
Address:
9920 Independence Park Drive, Suite 100,
Henrico, Virginia 23233
Phone:
(804) 285-7420
ADD/ADHD
Thriveworks
This organization has multiple addresses, please click on “Learn More” to see all of their available addresses.
Phone:
(804) 312-5498
Live Happy ADHD Coaching
Diabetes
There are two types of diabetes, Type 1 (hypoglycemia) and Type 2 (hyperglycemia). Both types occur when the pancreas does not produce enough insulin to keep blood sugar levels normal. Type 1 affects 5-10% of those diagnosed with diabetes and there are no known ways of preventing it. Type 2 is much more common and can be prevented with weight loss, healthy eating, and an active lifestyle.
Children’s Hospital of the King’s Daughters
Address:
601 Children’s Ln,
Norfolk, VA 23507
Phone:
(757) 668-7000
Diabetes
There are two types of diabetes, Type 1 (hypoglycemia) and Type 2 (hyperglycemia). Both types occur when the pancreas does not produce enough insulin to keep blood sugar levels normal. Type 1 affects 5-10% of those diagnosed with diabetes and there are no known ways of preventing it. Type 2 is much more common and can be prevented with weight loss, healthy eating, and an active lifestyle.
VCU Center for Endocrinology, Diabetes, and Metabolism
This organization has multiple addresses, please click on “Learn More” to see all of their available addresses.
Bon Secours
This organization has multiple addresses, please click on “Learn More” to see all of their available addresses.
Epilepsy
Epilepsy is a brain condition that is characterized by episodic seizures. This disorder can be caused by stroke, head injury, complications in childbirth, infections or genetic disorders. Symptoms can be lessened with medication.
Bon Secours
This organization has multiple addresses, please click on “Learn More” to see all of their available addresses.
Heart Condition
There are various types of heart conditions that can affect children. While only 1.3% of children in the United States suffer from heart conditions, the ones that do require special care and attention.
Children’s Hospital of Richmond at VCU
This organization has multiple addresses, please click on “Learn More” to see all of their available addresses.
Phone:
(804) 828-2467
Cardiology Richmond
Address:
7603 Forest Ave, Suite 401,
Richmond VA 23229
Phone:
(804) 285-1615
Hemophilia
Hemophilia is a blood disorder that can cause spontaneous bleeding or excessive bleeding following injury due to low levels of clotting factors in the blood. This disorder is mainly caused by genetic factors. Treatment is done by replacing missing blood clotting factors via a blood infusion.
Children’s Hospital of Richmond at VCU
This organization has multiple addresses, please click on “Learn More” to see all of their available addresses.
Phone:
(804) 828-2467
VCU Central Virginia Center for Coagulation Disorders
Address:
P.O Box 980461,
Richmond, VA 23298
Phone:
(804) 827-3306
Virginia Hemophilia Foundation
Address:
9702 Gayton Road, Suite 277,
Richmond, VA 23238
Phone:
(804) 740-8643
Lead Poisoning
Exposure to lead can pose a serious threat to the health of children. IT can cause severe brain and nervous system damage, slowed development, learning and behavioral problems, and hearing or speech problems. Lead exposure is preventable and early intervention can prevent long term effects.
VDH Richmond City
This organization has multiple addresses, please click on “Learn More” to see all of their available addresses.
Phone:
(804) 205-3726
Leukemia
Leukemia is a cancer of the white blood cells. This cancer is most common in children and teens. The symptoms include excessive tiredness, fever/night sweats, weight loss/loss of appetite, petechiae (tiny red dots under the skin, caused by bleeding). Early detection of this disease is very important to get the best treatment.
Children’s Hospital of Richmond at VCU
This organization has multiple addresses, please click on “Learn More” to see all of their available addresses.
Phone:
(804) 828-2467
Massey Cancer Center
This organization has multiple addresses, please click on “Learn More” to see all of their available addresses.
Phone:
(877) 4MASSEY
Nephritis
Kidney disease (nephritis) is a condition in which the kidneys cannot filter blood effectively. This causes excess fluid and waste from blood to remain in the body and can causes more health issues such as heart disease or stroke. Healthy habits such as maintaining a healthy blood pressure, staying active, losing weight if needed, stop smoking and getting your kidneys tested regularly can reduce your risk for kidney disease.
Children’s Hospital of Richmond at VCU
This organization has multiple addresses, please click on “Learn More” to see all of their available addresses.
Phone:
(804) 828-2467
Richmond Nephrology Associates
This organization has multiple addresses, please click on “Learn More” to see all of their available addresses.
Rheumatic Fever
Rheumatic fever is a bacterial inflammatory condition that can affect the heart, joints, brain, and skin. Rheumatic fever can develop from untreated strep throat, scarlet fever, and strep skin infections. Symptoms can include fever, arthritis, symptoms of congestive heart failure, fatigue, or jerky uncontrollable body movements. Rheumatic fever can be treated with medication and antibiotics.
Children’s Hospital of Richmond at VCU
This organization has multiple addresses, please click on “Learn More” to see all of their available addresses.
Phone:
(804) 828-2467
Bon Secours Rheumatology Center
Address:
9602 Patterson Ave.
Richmond, VA 23229
Phone:
(804) 217-9601
Parham Doctors’ Hospital Rheumatology Division
Address:
7650 E. Parham Road, Suite 304
Richmond, VA 23294
Phone:
(804) 346-1551
Premiere Healthcare Associates
Address:
7702 E. Parham Road, Suite 101,
Richmond, VA, 23294
Phone:
(804) 288-7901
Sickle Cell Anemia
Rheumatic fever is a bacterial inflammatory condition that can affect the heart, joints, brain, and skin. Rheumatic fever can develop from untreated strep throat, scarlet fever, and strep skin infections. Symptoms can include fever, arthritis, symptoms of congestive heart failure, fatigue, or jerky uncontrollable body movements. Rheumatic fever can be treated with medication and antibiotics.
Children’s Hospital of Richmond at VCU
This organization has multiple addresses, please click on “Learn More” to see all of their available addresses.
Phone:
(804) 828-2467
VCU Health Adult Outpatient Pavillion
This organization has multiple addresses, please click on “Learn More” to see all of their available addresses.
Phone:
(800) 762-6161
Tourette's Sydnrome
Tourette’s syndrome is a condition of the nervous system that causes “tics”. Tics can present as sudden movement, twitches, or sounds that are done repeatedly. Tics are involuntary and while some people can suppress them a little it is very difficult. Tourette’s syndrome is diagnosed symptomatically by a health professional. While there is no cure for tourette’s treatments are available to help manage tics.
Commonwealth Autism
Address:
2114 Dabney Rd. Suite E,
Richmond VA 23230
Phone:
(804) 673-9600
VCU Health
This organization has multiple addresses, please click on “Learn More” to see all of their available addresses.
Phone:
(804) 360-4669
Epilepsy
Epilepsy is a brain condition that is characterized by episodic seizures. This disorder can be caused by stroke, head injury, complications in childbirth, infections or genetic disorders. Symptoms can be lessened with medication.
Epilepsy Foundation
This organization has multiple addresses, please click on “Learn More” to see all of their available addresses.
Phone:
+1 (800) 332-1000
Heart Conditions
There are various types of heart conditions that can affect children. While only 1.3% of children in the United States suffer from heart conditions, the ones that do require special care and attention.
Children’s Hospital of the King’s Daughters
This organization has multiple addresses, please click on “Learn More” to see all of their available addresses.
Phone:
(757) 668-7214
Hemophilia
Hemophilia is a blood disorder that can cause spontaneous bleeding or excessive bleeding following injury due to low levels of clotting factors in the blood. This disorder is mainly caused by genetic factors. Treatment is done by replacing missing blood clotting factors via a blood infusion.
Children’s Hospital of the King’s Daughters
This organization has multiple addresses, please click on “Learn More” to see all of their available addresses.
Phone:
(757) 668-7243
Leukemia
Leukemia is a cancer of the white blood cells. This cancer is most common in children and teens. The symptoms include excessive tiredness, fever/night sweats, weight loss/loss of appetite, petechiae (tiny red dots under the skin, caused by bleeding). Early detection of this disease is very important to get the best treatment.
Children’s Hospital of the King’s Daughters
This organization has multiple addresses, please click on “Learn More” to see all of their available addresses.
Phone:
(757) 668-7243
Nephritis
Kidney disease (nephritis) isa condition in which the kidneys cannot filter blood effectively. This causes excess fluid and waste from blood to remain in the body and can causes more health issues such as heart disease or stroke. Healthy habits such as maintaining a healthy blood pressure, staying active, losing weight if needed, stop smoking and getting your kidneys tested regularly can reduce your risk for kidney disease.
Children’s Hospital of the King’s Daughters
This organization has multiple addresses, please click on “Learn More” to see all of their available addresses.
Phone:
(757) 668-7244
Rheumatic Fever
Rheumatic fever is a bacterial inflammatory condition that can affect the heart, joints, brain, and skin. Rheumatic fever can develop from untreated strep throat, scarlet fever, and strep skin infections. Symptoms can include fever, arthritis, symptoms of congestive heart failure, fatigue, or jerky uncontrollable body movements. Rheumatic fever can be treated with medication and antibiotics.
Children’s Hospital of the King’s Daughters
This organization has multiple addresses, please click on “Learn More” to see all of their available addresses.
Sickle Cell Anemia
Sickle cell anemia is an inherited blood disorder in which red blood cells become hard, sticky and misshapen. This causes the red blood cells to die early and causes a shortage of red blood cells. Lifestyle behaviors such as drinking lots of water, avoiding extreme heat or cold, avoiding high altitudes, and taking precautions to avoid getting sick can help those with sickle cell anemia live long and full lives.
Virginia Sickle Cell/Hemoglobinopathy Treatment Centers
This organization has multiple addresses, please click on “Learn More” to see all of their available addresses.
Tourette's Syndrome
Tourette’s syndrome is a condition of the nervous system that causes “tics”. Tics can present as sudden movement, twitches, or sounds that are done repeatedly. Tics are involuntary and while some people can suppress them a little it is very difficult. Tourette’s syndrome is diagnosed symptomatically by a health professional. While there is no cure for tourette’s treatments are available to help manage tics.
Children’s Hospital of the King’s Daughters
Address:
850 Southampton Ave
Norfolk, VA 23510
Phone:
(757) 668-9920
Asthma
Asthma is a disease affecting the lungs. It is characterized by episodes of wheezing, breathlessness, tight chest, and coughing. Environmental factors can trigger asthmatic episodes. Symptoms can be lessened with medication.
Chesterfield Pediatrics
Address:
5955 Harbour Park Dr,
Midlothian, VA 23112
Phone:
(804) 835-6377
ADD/ADHD
ADD/ADHD are neurodevelopmental disorders that are very common in children. Symptoms include excessive fidgeting, trouble paying attention, excessive talking or daydreaming, taking unnecessary risks. There are 3 types of ADHD presentations; predominantly inattentive, predominantly hyperactive-impulsive, combined presentation. ADHD can be caused by brain injury, exposure to environmental risks, alcohol and tobacco use during pregnancy, premature delivery, low birth weight, and some doctors speculate that it could be hereditary. Treatments include behavior therapy and medications.
Thriveworks
Address:
9846 Lori Road Suite 210,
Chesterfield, VA 23832
Phone:
(804) 375-5195
Diabetes
There are two types of diabetes, Type 1 (hypoglycemia) and Type 2 (hyperglycemia). Both types occur when the pancreas does not produce enough insulin to keep blood sugar levels normal. Type 1 affects 5-10% of those diagnosed with diabetes and there are no known ways of preventing it. Type 2 is much more common and can be prevented with weight loss, healthy eating, and an active lifestyle.
Fit 2 Give
Address:
9404 Willow Grove Place
Chesterfield, VA 23832
Phone:
(804) 829-3023
Email:
Epilepsy
Epilepsy is a brain condition that is characterized by episodic seizures. This disorder can be caused by stroke, head injury, complications in childbirth, infections or genetic disorders. Symptoms can be lessened with medication.
Infant & Toddler Connection of Virginia
Address:
9711 Farrar Court, Suite 140
Chesterfield, VA 23236
Phone:
(804) 768-7205
Email:
Heart Condition
There are various types of heart conditions that can affect children. While only 1.3% of children in the United States suffer from heart conditions, the ones that do require special care and attention.
Pediatric Cardiology of VA
Address:
1457 Johnston Willis Dr,
North Chesterfield, VA 23235
Phone:
(804) 285-1611
Hempohilia
Hemophilia is a blood disorder that can cause spontaneous bleeding or excessive bleeding following injury due to low levels of clotting factors in the blood. This disorder is mainly caused by genetic factors. Treatment is done by replacing missing blood clotting factors via a blood infusion.
Chesterfield Pediatrics
Address:
5955 Harbour Park Dr,
Midlothian, VA 23112
Phone:
(804) 835-6377
Lead Poisoning
Exposure to lead can pose a serious threat to the health of children. IT can cause severe brain and nervous system damage, slowed development, learning and behavioral problems, and hearing or speech problems. Lead exposure is preventable and early intervention can prevent long term effects.
Nephritis
Kidney disease (nephritis) is a condition in which the kidneys cannot filter blood effectively. This causes excess fluid and waste from blood to remain in the body and can causes more health issues such as heart disease or stroke. Healthy habits such as maintaining a healthy blood pressure, staying active, losing weight if needed, stop smoking and getting your kidneys tested regularly can reduce your risk for kidney disease.
Colonial Kidney Specialists
Address:
3601 Boulevard Ste C,
Colonial Heights, VA 23834
Phone:
(804) 504-0068
Rheumatic Fever
Rheumatic fever is a bacterial inflammatory condition that can affect the heart, joints, brain, and skin. Rheumatic fever can develop from untreated strep throat, scarlet fever, and strep skin infections. Symptoms can include fever, arthritis, symptoms of congestive heart failure, fatigue, or jerky uncontrollable body movements. Rheumatic fever can be treated with medication and antibiotics.
Chesterfield Pediatrics
Address:
5955 Harbour Park Dr,
Midlothian, VA 23112
Phone:
(804) 835-6377
Sickle Cell Anemia
Rheumatic fever is a bacterial inflammatory condition that can affect the heart, joints, brain, and skin. Rheumatic fever can develop from untreated strep throat, scarlet fever, and strep skin infections. Symptoms can include fever, arthritis, symptoms of congestive heart failure, fatigue, or jerky uncontrollable body movements. Rheumatic fever can be treated with medication and antibiotics.
Chesterfield Pediatrics
Address:
5955 Harbour Park Dr,
Midlothian, VA 23112
Phone:
(804) 835-6377
Tourette's Syndrome
Tourette’s syndrome is a condition of the nervous system that causes “tics”. Tics can present as sudden movement, twitches, or sounds that are done repeatedly. Tics are involuntary and while some people can suppress them a little it is very difficult. Tourette’s syndrome is diagnosed symptomatically by a health professional. While there is no cure for tourette’s treatments are available to help manage tics.
Chesterfield Health & Wellbeing
Address:
6801 Lucy Corr Boulevard
Chesterfield, VA 23832
Phone:
(804) 748-1227
Asthma
Asthma is a disease affecting the lungs. It is characterized by episodes of wheezing, breathlessness, tight chest, and coughing. Environmental factors can trigger asthmatic episodes. Symptoms can be lessened with medication.
Virginia Allergy and Asthma Center
Address:
7702 E. Parham Road, MOB III, Suite 301,
Henrico, VA 23294
Phone:
(804) 527-1190
ADD/ADHD
ADD/ADHD are neurodevelopmental disorders that are very common in children. Symptoms include excessive fidgeting, trouble paying attention, excessive talking or daydreaming, taking unnecessary risks. There are 3 types of ADHD presentations; predominantly inattentive, predominantly hyperactive-impulsive, combined presentation. ADHD can be caused by brain injury, exposure to environmental risks, alcohol and tobacco use during pregnancy, premature delivery, low birth weight, and some doctors speculate that it could be hereditary. Treatments include behavior therapy and medications.
Developmental Health and Wellness
Address:
12089 Gayton Rd,
Henrico, VA 23238
Phone:
(804) 724-7550
Email:
Diabetes
There are two types of diabetes, Type 1 (hypoglycemia) and Type 2 (hyperglycemia). Both types occur when the pancreas does not produce enough insulin to keep blood sugar levels normal. Type 1 affects 5-10% of those diagnosed with diabetes and there are no known ways of preventing it. Type 2 is much more common and can be prevented with weight loss, healthy eating, and an active lifestyle.
Virginia Diabetes & Endocrinology, P.C.
This organization has multiple addresses, please click on “Learn More” to see all of their available addresses.
Phone:
(804) 272-2702
Epilepsy
Epilepsy is a brain condition that is characterized by episodic seizures. This disorder can be caused by stroke, head injury, complications in childbirth, infections or genetic disorders. Symptoms can be lessened with medication.
Henrico Doctors’ Hospital
This organization has multiple addresses, please click on “Learn More” to see all of their available addresses.
Heart Condition
There are various types of heart conditions that can affect children. While only 1.3% of children in the United States suffer from heart conditions, the ones that do require special care and attention.
Pediatric Cardiology of Virginia P.C.
Address:
7603 Forest Ave STE 401,
Henrico, VA 23229
Phone:
(804) 285-1611
Hempohilia
Hemophilia is a blood disorder that can cause spontaneous bleeding or excessive bleeding following injury due to low levels of clotting factors in the blood. This disorder is mainly caused by genetic factors. Treatment is done by replacing missing blood clotting factors via a blood infusion.
Virginia Cancer Institute
This organization has multiple addresses, please click on “Learn More” to see all of their available addresses.
Lead Poisoning
Exposure to lead can pose a serious threat to the health of children. IT can cause severe brain and nervous system damage, slowed development, learning and behavioral problems, and hearing or speech problems. Lead exposure is preventable and early intervention can prevent long term effects.
Leukemia
Leukemia is a cancer of the white blood cells. This cancer is most common in children and teens. The symptoms include excessive tiredness, fever/night sweats, weight loss/loss of appetite, petechiae (tiny red dots under the skin, caused by bleeding). Early detection of this disease is very important to get the best treatment.
Henrico Doctors’ Hospital
This organization has multiple addresses, please click on “Learn More” to see all of their available addresses.
Virginia Cancer Institute
This organization has multiple addresses, please click on “Learn More” to see all of their available addresses.
Phone:
(804) 673-2024
Nephritis
Kidney disease (nephritis) is a condition in which the kidneys cannot filter blood effectively. This causes excess fluid and waste from blood to remain in the body and can causes more health issues such as heart disease or stroke. Healthy habits such as maintaining a healthy blood pressure, staying active, losing weight if needed, stop smoking and getting your kidneys tested regularly can reduce your risk for kidney disease.
Richmond Nephrology Associates
This organization has multiple addresses, please click on “Learn More” to see all of their available addresses.
Rheumatic Fever
Rheumatic fever is a bacterial inflammatory condition that can affect the heart, joints, brain, and skin. Rheumatic fever can develop from untreated strep throat, scarlet fever, and strep skin infections. Symptoms can include fever, arthritis, symptoms of congestive heart failure, fatigue, or jerky uncontrollable body movements. Rheumatic fever can be treated with medication and antibiotics.
Virginia Physician Inc, Rheumatology
Address:
7650 E Parham Rd #304,
Henrico, VA 23294
Phone:
(804) 346-1551
Sickle Cell Anemia
Sickle cell anemia is an inherited blood disorder in which red blood cells become hard, sticky and misshapen. This causes the red blood cells to die early and causes a shortage of red blood cells. Lifestyle behaviors such as drinking lots of water, avoiding extreme heat or cold, avoiding high altitudes, and taking precautions to avoid getting sick can help those with sickle cell anemia live long and full lives.
Virginia Cancer Institute
This organization has multiple addresses, please click on “Learn More” to see all of their available addresses.
Tourette's Syndrome
Tourette’s syndrome is a condition of the nervous system that causes “tics”. Tics can present as sudden movement, twitches, or sounds that are done repeatedly. Tics are involuntary and while some people can suppress them a little it is very difficult. Tourette’s syndrome is diagnosed symptomatically by a health professional. While there is no cure for tourette’s treatments are available to help manage tics.
Henrico Doctors’ Hospital
Address:
1602 Skipwith Rd,
Richmond, VA 23229
Phone:
(804) 289 – 4500