Resources For Families

County based organization that provides direct support and in-home services, covered by Medicaid, with presumptive eligibility ensuring access regardless of income or immigration status. Prior athourization through PerformCare and CSOC is required.

The Boggs Center, as a University Center for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities, values uniqueness and individuality and promotes the self-determination and full participation of people with disabilities and their families in all aspects of community life. As a catalyst and resource, The Boggs Center, through partnerships and collaborations, builds capacity in organizations, systems, and communities in a culturally competent manner. The Boggs Center prepares students through interdisciplinary programs, provides community training and technical assistance, conducts research, and disseminates information and educational materials.

The Medicaid Community Care Program (CCP) provides specialized services to support DDD eligible individuals with developmental disabilities in the least restrictive setting. This person-driven, long-term support system offers choice and access to services which aid in diverting and/or transitioning individuals from institutional settings to community living arrangements.

Intervention and services for children under age 3 who have developmental delays and disabilies.

The Department of Children and Families, Office of Education (OOE) provides intensive 12-month educational services and supports to children and young adults ages 3 through 21. In some cases, the severity or uniqueness of individual needs requires removal from the public school setting for a period of time. A successful return to school and participation in community life are goals for all OOE students.