(Family Support continued)
Information and referral services and support for families that have
a member with developmental disability or acquired brain disorder living with them.
Service may include trainings, informational meetings, parent/caregiver
or sibling support groups, and help to connect to other appropriate community services.
Family Support can also include the following:
Respite: Respite is funding for care in the home or in the community
to provide a break for other family members. The family has full freedom and control
in choosing their own provider(s) with the training and safeguards to assure
appropriateness and quality of services and supports provided. Respite may be used as day,
evening, or night care, either on special occasions, emergency situations, or whenever the family chooses.
High School Transition Supports: Supports to help with the planning
for the transition from school programs to adult supports including identifying needs,
exploring options and help accessing adult benefits, services and other community resources.
