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MIAT and SNAP ensure the safe placement of children with special needs in CYS programs and activities.
The Multi-disciplinary Inclusion Action Team (MIAT) and Special Needs Accommodation Process (SNAP) ensure children with special needs are placed safely in CYS programs and activities.
Here’s how it works:
- Parents provide medical notes, allergies and medication info, as well as their IEP/IFSP or 504 plans.
- The team reviews health, safety, and support needs.
- Children with special needs are placed in the least restrictive, safest setting possible.
- Reviews occur annually or sooner if your child needs a change. Parents may request a new review at any time.
MIAT
The MIAT evaluates health, developmental, physical, social, emotional, learning, and behavioral issues that may affect your child. We are here to help decide placement for your child, youth or teen in Child and Youth Services (CYS) programs. However, it is MIAT’s philosophy and goal, when reasonable, to honor personal choices for childcare, school age services and youth services, as well as participation in recreational activities for children.
As a parent, you are a vital member of this team. Your participation is strongly encouraged and valued. The MIAT can be of greater assistance when provided with a brief history, outline of current symptoms/concerns and actions taken (rescue medicine, etc.).
During the initial enrollment or re-registration, parents will complete the MIAT Screening Form, which will be reviewed by the Army Public Health Nurse (APHN). In some cases, the Medical Action Plan (MAP) will be provided for completion by the child’s doctor, stating the diagnosis and modifications that need to be made. The MAP will be reviewed by the APHN and forwarded to EFMP staff, who will then contact parents for a MIAT appointment. All pertaining forms; Army Child and Youth Services Health Screening Tool 1, Medical Action Plans—Allergy, Asthma, Diabetes or Seizure and Special Diet Statement can be accessed through the WebTrac system.
A MIAT appointment is required for placement in appropriate CYS programs, and will be reviewed individually.
