Support Services and Family Options: Home-based and In-home Services, Foster Care, Day Programs, and Other Assistance Opportunities for Families

Support Services and Family Options Webinar

Explore support services for families of children with special needs! From home-based care to day programs and foster care, discover options that can make a difference.

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This presentation offers valuable insights into resources and services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). Key topics include person-centered planning, Medicaid waivers, host homes, and community resources.

Below are the highlights, along with their approximate timestamps:

1. Person-Centered Planning and the National Medicaid Waiver (02:56 – 06:13)
2. Adult Services Overview (06:13 – 15:04)
3. Host Homes and Family Caregiver Programs (15:04 – 20:20)
4. Behavioral and Therapy Services (20:20 – 24:01)
5. State-Specific Resources and Accessibility Rankings (16:00 – 17:33)
6. Foster Care and Children’s Services (31:21 – 39:47)
7. Connecting with Resources (45:55 – 51:43)
8. Host Homes and Behavioral Services for Adults (53:12 – 54:02)
9. Closing and Q&A (54:02 – 54:41)

Key Takeaways for Parents of Children with Special Needs:

• Begin planning early for transition services; apply for Medicaid waivers at age 16 to mitigate long waiting lists (27:55).
• Research and utilize local resources, including Special Olympics and therapy services, to enhance your child’s self-esteem and community integration.
• Explore host home or respite care options for long-term planning and ensure a good match for safety and comfort (13:51, 41:55).
• Foster independence through vocational rehabilitation and person-centered planning to align services with your child’s goals and preferences (02:56, 06:13).

This session provides actionable strategies to navigate and maximize the resources available for individuals with disabilities.

Source:

Support Services and Family Options: Home-based and In-home Services, Foster Care, Day Programs, and Other Assistance Opportunities for Families by MaryAnne Cooper, Program Director, Dungarvin, LLC―Financial and Life Planning Summit for Parents of a Child with a Disability hosted by James Lange, CPA/Attorney, https://DisabledChildPlanning.com