DDS Family Support Centers

Connecting older caregivers with information and services for adults with IDD

DDS Family Support Centers

Connecting older caregivers with information and services for adults with IDD

What in home supports are available for the person I support?

These supports are unique to each person and based personal choice, independence.

In Home Supports: Are one of these options right for you?

In Home

Assistance with details of daily living, such as home care, nutrition and cooking skills, money management and safety

Community

Assistance with spending time in the community, such as attending class, visiting museums or parks, and spending time with friends

In-Home Support Models

Traditional Model

A provider agency has responsibility to plan programs for the person you support.



Self-Directed Models

Self-Direction occurs through either an Agency with Choice (AWC), a provider that works with you to manage the budget, or a Participant Directed Program (PDP). This is a program in which the individual or family has the responsibility for hiring staff, managing the budget and paperwork.

Ready to start an Action Plan?

When in doubt about what you need or are eligible for contact your Family Support Center .  They can help you identify your Service Coordinator and others to help you.

Popular In-Home Support Fact Sheets

Fact Sheets are provided by DisabilityInfo.org. Fact Sheets will open in a new browser window.

Personal Care Attendant (PCA) Program

Find out if you qualify for the Medicaid funded Personal Care Assistance (PCA) program.

Homemaker Services

Homemaker services include but are not limited to grocery shopping and other errands; meal preparation; light housekeeping; and laundry services.

Utility Bills and Energy Discounts

Programs and resources to get help with utility bills

Food Pantries and Food Assistance Programs

Resources for finding food pantries or food banks in your local area

Assistive Technology

Resources for assistive technology for home, work or school

Benefits Programs

Benefits programs can help ease financial concerns for people with disabilities

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