The primary goal of family support is to provide a wide array of options to families of people with disabilities that enable them to stay together and to be welcomed, contributing members in their home communities. The Family Support Service Department promotes the development and growth of relationships with natural support networks within the community. Families are experts regarding someone's strengths and needs and are in the best position to know what will help them provide for a family member. Family Support strives to achieve the goal of helping families stay together through funding supports in the following areas:
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Respite
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Recreation
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Child care
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Short term emergency needs
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Specialized diagnosis, evaluation and
treatment
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Specialized equipment and supplies
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Specialized nutrition
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Therapeutic services
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Transportation
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Home modifications
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Vehicle modifications
Independent Living Program
Greater Marlboro Programs Inc. supports individuals who live independently in their homes in the greater Marlborough area. The mission of this program is to ensure the safety and well being of the consumers as they strive to live independently in their community. We make sure that the clients have the resources they need to maintain their health, friendships and social activities.
The vision of this program is to promote normalization and self confidence. Individual Support helps people to live in the community and be integrated by providing support to the unique needs of the individuals. These are some of the areas of need:
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Recreation
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Medical Needs
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Budgeting
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For Famiy Support Recipients
Click here for a new updated Family Support Intake package. Your response ensures that the services you receive continues to meet your individual needs.
