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Relocating
Individuals with Disabilities
from Nursing Facilities
Individuals with disabilities in
the United States have the right to live in the least restrictive
environment. This right, established through the Americans with Disabilities
Act (ADA) of 19990, was upheld in 1999 with the United States Supreme Court
Decision in Olmstead vs. L.C.
In Addition to having rights,
individuals with disabilities wishing to transition to the community from a
nursing facility must take on new responsibilities in living in
the
community.
Assistance
Provided Through the
CPR Project
- Identify
options for community living
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Develop service plan for
in-house service and other supports
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Provide transition
assistance for institutional to independent living
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Provide service
coordination, advocacy and monitoring
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Promote independence in
managing and meeting individual needs and responsibilities.
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To prepare
for relocation to the community, individuals with disabilities should begin
by asking for information
about their options...
 How
will a Medicaid Waiver program (CBA,
CLASS, MDCP, BDMD) meet my needs? What
other community programs are available?
What
home health agencies will provide the
services that I will need? Which agencies have
experience with individuals like myself?
Is
subsidized housing available in my community
and in what areas of town? Do I want to live by
myself or with someone else? Will I need help in
applying for housing vouchers?
Is
transportation available to the area in which I
will be living? How do I sign up for special
transportation services, if needed? How do I get
information about bus routes and medical
transportation in my community?
What
supports for people with disabilities are
available in the community that will provide
counseling skills training, money management,
or emergency response systems?
Where do I start
in building a network of support
when I move to the community? |
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ELIGIBILITY
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Corpus Christi:
Michelle Jones, Independent Living Specialist, ACi-CBCIL
(361) 887-0619 Toll-free 1-877-988-1999
San
Antonio: Sandi Flanagan, SAILS - Bridge to Independence
(210) 281-1878 ext. 23
The Valley: Monique Carle, Manager of
Olmstead-Transition, VAIL
(956) 781-7733 ext. 108
Houston: Pending Information |
