The Community Outreach Department provides services to families to address the unique needs of those involved in the child welfare system.
Children and Youth Community Services provides support services within the child’s home and community. Offerings include independent living skills, community connections, and follow through on therapy and educational goals. Associates are involved in ongoing training regarding Autism Spectrum, Sensory Integration Disorders, and all Developmental Disabilities. Behavior Consultation Services and Nursing Services are among other services offered.
Focusing On
Individualized Programming
Building Relationships
Money Management
Community Participation
Social Contacts
Daily Life Skills
Health and Safety
Family and Friends
Sources of Funding
DD Medicaid Waiver
Autism Medicaid Waiver
BDDS
TBI Waiver
Private Fees
Support Services
Personal Assistance
Residential Habilitation/Support
Accessible Transportation
Counseling and Behavior Management
Nursing/Healthcare Coordination
The Family Preservation Program provides intensive home and community based services to families referred through Marion County Office of Family and Children of Juvenile Court.
We provide teaching and support in the areas of child development, nutrition, housekeeping, cooking, appropriate discipline, recreation, parenting classes, and support in accessing other programs which may benefit the family. We provide these services to all families: including but not limited to those experiencing developmental delays.
The Therapeutic Foster Care Program will provide Therapeutic Foster Homes to 60 children. Families will be recruited, trained, and receive on-going support from our staff to provide homes to children. No more than two children will be placed in a home. Ten of our homes have been identified to serve children who are medically fragile.
If you are interested in becoming a Therapeutic Foster parent, please contact Community Outreach Director, Kathy D. Ballard at 317.338-4489
