Community Services supports individuals and their families in choosing services and service providers that will best meet the needs of each individual. Services begin after eligibility is determined.
An individual is then linked with a Service Facilitator. The Service Facilitator role is that of helping with planning, implementing individual goals, and monitoring resources and services.
A array of services can be designed to support the individualized needs of each person served. The process begins with a My Plan which is developed by a team chosen by the individual or family, and coordinated by the Service Facilitator.
The Service Facilitator may simply link a family to a specific service when a full plan is not needed. Children and adults who live with families may have plans and be linked to resources that provide advocacy in schools, assistance with summer needs, respite, special equipment, accessibility or mobility needs, medical specialties, and supports in the home through waiver services.
The Community Services Department manages the enrollment and funding functions that support these choices. It is important that families and individuals understand options that are available to them and seek the support of the Service Facilitator, who can connect them to the funding sources.
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