Resources for People with Developmental Disabilities

The MDDC is an independent agency, funded by the federal government. The goal is to empower people with developmental disabilities and their families.They can enjoy full productive lives. People can gain self-sufficiency, community inclusion & opportunity to grow. Massachusetts Developmental Disabilities Council (MDDC) Birth to 3, 3 – 4, 5 – 8, 9 –… Continue Reading Resources for People with Developmental Disabilities [...]

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Vendor/Supplies, Research and Development Center, Information Resource Center. Not for profit. Authorized vendor/dealer. Manufactures a wide range of educational and daily living aids for visually impaired persons. Free Catalog available. Wheelchair Ramps, Elevators, Accessible Parking, Accessible Restrooms, Near Public Transportation, Accessible Public Transportation American Printing House for the Blind, Inc. Birth to 3, 3… Continue Reading Resourcesx [...]

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Respite and Crisis Stabilization

Community Crisis Stabilization Programs (CCS) BHN offers short-term services for Community Crisis Stabilization (CCS). BHN has three locations available in Springfield, Holyoke, and Westfield. CCS is a voluntary, unlocked, community-based treatment program. Brief services are provided in a home-like, safe, supervised setting for: mental health crisis hospital step-down medication evaluation  service coordination Short-term, out-of-home… Continue Reading Respite and Crisis Stabilization [...]

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Respite Care

Available to qualified people through our planned respite house, and individual supports.  Respite services provide a break for family members. Respite at the same time builds community opportunities for their family member with a disability. Wheelchair Ramps, Accessible Parking, Accessible Restrooms, Near Public Transportation, Medical Needs Berkshire County Arc Birth to 3, 3 –… Continue Reading Respite Care [...]

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Respite Options

Group Respite in the Community We offer three-hour respite sessions with fun, enriching activities at various locations in the MetroWest area. Activities and events may include socializing with peers, bowling, mini-golf, cooking groups, spending time at the mall, arts and crafts, attending community events, and more. In-Home Respite Care For people who may be… Continue Reading Respite Options [...]

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Respite Services

Program Overview Respite care is part of KDC’s comprehensive range of services to ensure that all people with disabilities and their caregivers can flourish. Every caregiver needs time for themselves. Every person with a disability benefits from caring relationships with adults outside of their own families. Our Difference Respite care is part of our… Continue Reading Respite Services [...]

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Respite Services

Caring for a loved one with a disability is an on-going responsibility. It often leaves a caretaker in need of a break.  We understand that each family and person is unique, respite can come in many forms and options: 1:1 Respite: MCS has a small pool of direct care staff that can work with… Continue Reading Respite Services [...]

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Respite Services

Unforeseen events may arise or a caregiver may need to travel out of town. Our doors are open to your loved ones to enjoy a short-term or respite stay at all our locations. Look forward to great hospitality, excellent clinical care, superb dining, modern comfort, and stimulating programming. We can make your loved one… Continue Reading Respite Services [...]

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