Minnesota Department of Health (MDH)
Children and Youth with Special Health Needs (CYSHN)
625 Robert St N, St. Paul, MN 55155
(651) 201-5000
Voice
(800) 728-5420
Voice
Site Service Area
Most programs serve all Minnesota counties Service area may be dependent on program
Other Information
Payment
- Free / no cost to eligible clients
Specialization
- Children and/or youth with disabilities
- Developmental disabilities
- Disabilities
- Family
Client Conveniences
- Assistance with community resources
The Minnesota Children and Youth with Special Health Needs (CYSHN) section provides information, resources and programs for families of children and youth with disabilities or health conditions.
Works on state policy related to services for people with disabilities.
Focus areas include:
- Birth defects
- Child development
- Early hearing detection and intervention
- Follow-up for Newborn Screening Conditions
- Transition to adult care
- Family Support organization collaboration
- Pediatric care coordination
Last Update
05/12/2026
What's Here
Families/Friends of People With Chronic IllnessesChild Health and Disability Prevention ExamsChildren and Youth With Disabilities/Health ConditionsEarly Intervention for Children With Disabilities/DelaysParents of People With DisabilitiesDisease/Disability InformationAdolescent Health Transition Programs
Providing organization
Minnesota Department of Health (MDH)