What is CHAP?
The Children’s Hearing Aid Program (CHAP) gives Families of children aged 0-18 in Florida new access to assistance in obtaining hearing aids and other devices for their child.
Eligibility Requirements
- Children aged 0-18 that live in Florida
- Household must be under the 400% federal poverty
- guidelines
- Must be ineligible for Florida Medicaid or Florida Kidcare
- Children must receive their hearing aid from an approved
- Audiologist
Documents to include with the application
Proof of Residency - Parent/Guardian must be a Florida Resident
One of the following must be submitted by all parent(s)/guardian(s) listed on the application:
- Florida Driver's License
- Florida Photo Identification card obtained at the DMV Florida Vehicle Registration
Proof of Age - Child must be between the ages of 0 to 18
To verify the age of the child on the application, one of the following must be submitted:
- Child's Birth Certificate
- Child's photo ID issued by a government agency, such as a ID card issued by the DMV or a passport
Income Verification
- The application must include the tax return for the most recent tax year
- If the family did not file a tax return, please contact our office for information on what to submit as proof of income.
| Family Size | 2024 Federal Poverty Level | 2024 income 400% Federal Level |
|---|---|---|
| For Individuals | $15,060 | $60,240 |
| For a family of 2 | $20,440 | $81,760 |
| For a family of 3 | $25,820 | $103,280 |
| For a family of 4 | $31,200 | $124,800 |
| For a family of 5 | $36,580 | $146,320 |
| For a family of 6 | $41,960 | $167,840 |
| For a family of 7 | $47,340 | $189,360 |
| For a family of 8 | $52,720 | $210,880 |
| For a family of 9+ | Add $5,380 for each extra person | $21,520 |
Insurance Coverage
Citrus Hearing understands dealing with insurance is difficult and confusing. If you have any questions about getting the required documentation, please do not hesitate to contact our office.
If the child is covered by health insurance, a copy of the health insurance card along with the summary of benefits coverage must be supplied by the family from the insurance company. Please call your insurance company to obtain this document and submit it with your application.
If the insurance covers or partially covers the hearing devices the family is interested in, Citrus Hearing will work with you to obtain the documentation from the insurance company required for this step.
If the insurance pays for a portion of the device, CHAP will pay for the portion the insurance does not cover. Families will never have any cost!
Patient Application Checklist
❑ Parent/ Guardian License or ID
❑ Child’s Birth Certificate or ID
❑ Child’s Insurance Card, if applicable
❑ Documentation of insurance coverage or non-coverage, if applicable
❑ Income Verification
❑ Sertoma Speech & Hearing Foundation of Florida, Inc. Children’s Hearing Aid Program Application
Contact us
Clinic Location
Clermont, FL 34711
Opening Hours
Saturday - Sunday: Closed
