Family Support & Service

 

Catholic Charities Disabilities Services (CCDS) offer Family Support Services to assist families who are caring for a relative with a developmental disability at home by aiding the caregivers and thereby, enhancing family stability and preserving family unity.

What services are offered through CCDS Family Support Services?

Respite: Respite reimbursement services provide the family with a temporary break from the constant care required for a family member with developmental disabilities who lives full time in their family home.

Family Reimbursement: Family Reimbursement provides the possibility of purchasing services and goods that are not funded through any other sources as long as prior approval has been obtained and the goods and services have been deemed appropriate to meet the needs of the person being served.

Advocacy: Advocacy may include information and referral services, outreach, parent networking and service access assistance for individuals and their families.

Counseling, Training and Supports: Counseling, training/educational activities and supports may be available for parents, siblings, and care givers, as well as for individuals with developmental disabilities. These services may be helpful for individuals and families who are looking to gain insight, resolve problems, develop alternate approaches to services and to address other issues of concern.

 

If you are interested in learning more about the program or would like to receive an application in the mail, please call Paula Jubic at (518) 783-1111 ext. 1306 or at paulaj@ccdservices.org