Your little one isn't so little anymore!
Five-year-olds bring on a whole new world for both you and your child. Before school and sports begin, be sure to schedule your child's 5-year medical, dental and vision checkups. Through Crow Wing County's Child and Teen Checkups program, these appointments are FREE to anyone on Medical Assistance. Your 5-year-old's checkups will include:
- A chance to ask your questions
- Reliable information about healthy food, sleep, behavior and safety
- A check on how your child is growing, learning, developing, and feeling
- Height, weight and blood pressure
- Head-to-toe exam
- Immunizations, if needed
- Lead Blood test (if never tested)
- Help finding regular dental care
- Fluoride varnish for healthy teeth
- Hearing and vision checks
- Support with family needs:
- Food, housing, utilities
- Money or job resources
- Child care
- Transportation
- Help with safe relationships, mental health or substance use
Find out where to get free checkups in your area by visiting Child and Teen Checkups.