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Supports for Children with Developmental Disabilities
Overview
Seniors and People with Disabilities Developmental Disabilities Services (SPD)
offers supports to children and families ranging from in home family support,
intensive in-home supports and 24-hour services in foster care or residential
placement. Services offered have specific eligibility standards and are usually
accessed through the local Community Developmental Disabilities Programs (CDDP).
For families of children with developmental disabilities who are living at
home, “Family Support” through Community Developmental Disabilities
Programs may offer a variety of supports and assistance. The unique needs of
families who care for a child with developmental disabilities are addressed
through the development of individual plans.
For children with intensive behavior or medical needs and who are living at
home, highly individualized services may be provided through the State’s “Children’s
Intensive In-Home Services”.
For children who can no longer live with their families, out
of home services include foster care,
proctor care and residential facilities.
How to Access Services
The first step in locating services for your child and family is your local
Community Developmental Disabilities
Program, usually located in
the County Mental Health Department. Service Coordinators there will talk with
you to see if your child is eligible for
services,
help determine what kind of help your child and family needs, and work with
you to develop a service plan to respond to those needs.
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