Specialty Support Program
SPECIALTY SUPPORT PROGRAM
The Specialty Support Program (SSP) provides care coordination and other services for children with special health care needs and their families.
SSP services may include information, referral, or support for:
- Care coordination
- Nutrition consultation
- Hearing and vision special services
- Transition to Adult Health Care
- Neighbor Island Specialty Clinics (vary by island and may include but not limited to Cardiology, Neurology, and Developmental Pediatrics)
Who is eligible for services?
Children and youth must:
- Be under age 21 years
- Reside in Hawaiʻi
- Have a health condition that will or may last one year or more
- Be under the care of a specialist
Please call us if you have questions about eligible conditions and services.
SSP Brochure 2026
SSP Referral Form (Fillable)
We apologize that our online link to apply for SSP is being repaired and should be working soon.
In the meantime, if you would like to apply for SSP, or have any questions, please contact us below.
Or you can fill out the SSP Referral Form (Fillable) here and fax it to (808) 733-9068 or email it to [email protected].
Contact Us
For information or referral, call:
| Island Location | Address | Contact Numbers |
|---|---|---|
| Oʻahu | Children with Special Health Needs Specialty Support Program 741 Sunset Avenue Honolulu, HI 96816 | Phone (or TTY): (808) 733-9055 Fax: (808) 733-9068 |
| Kauaʻi County | Children with Special Health Needs Specialty Support Program 3040 Umi Street Lihue, HI 96766 | Phone: (808) 241-3376 Fax: (808) 241-3480 |
| Maui County | Children with Special Health Needs Specialty Support Program 54 South High Street, Room 301 Wailuku, HI 96793 | Phone: (808) 984-2130 Fax: (808) 243-5202 |
| East Hawaiʻi | Children with Special Health Needs Specialty Support Program 75 Aupuni St, Room 105 Hilo, HI 96720 | Phone: (808) 974-4288 Fax: (808) 974-4285 |
| West Hawaiʻi | Children with Special Health Needs Specialty Support Program 79-1015 Haukapila Street Kealakekua, HI 96750 | Phone: (808) 322-4882 Fax: (808) 322-1504 |