Ill migrant children to be reported to Tennessee immigration division, providers concerned

Ill migrant children to be reported to Tennessee immigration division, providers concerned NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WZTV) — Providers are expressing concerns over chronically ill undocumented children that are set to be reported to the state's new immigration division. They are trying to figure out what to do next as these children are part of the life-saving program: Children's Special Services. According to the state's website, that program "provides access to comprehensive medical care for children with physical disabilities," which includes Cerebral Palsy. Families are covered through state and federal funds at 100% at or below the 225% federal poverty level. Letters from the Tennessee Department of Health were sent out to families and providers detailing identifiable information will be sent to the state's Centralized Immigration Enforcement Division after June 30. It's unclear what will be done with that information, although providers express fear that families will risk deportation for seeking medical care. Metro Public Health Department's spokesperson told FOX 17 News that 300 individuals are enrolled in the Davidson County CSS program. Additionally, roughly 90 probable undocumented participants may receive the letters. FOX 17 News will be speaking to Katie Richards, the CEO of Siloam Health Melrose, we are looking for an undocumented family that is a part of CSS, we reached out to speak to a Republican lawmaker and we are also reaching out to the Centralized Immigration Enforcement Division to inquire what will happen with the information of the families who are a part of CSS.. Tune into FOX 17 News at 5:30 p.m. for the latest and check back as we learn more.