Serves approx 70 Developmental Disabled (DD) and visual loss and brain injury adults. Offers one-on-one support, residential services, day habilitation, and vocational services. 15 residential programs & cooperative apartment program available to suit people’s needs. Fee: Set by Department of Developmental Services. Wheelchair Ramps, Accessible Parking, Near Public Transportation, Free Transport MAB Community Services… Continue Reading Adult Disability Services [...]
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Adult Disability Services
Since 1973, MAB has provided supports in a range of residential and vocational settings in the Greater Boston area for adults with developmental disabilities, brain injuries, and secondary disorders such as blindness, deafness, behavioral challenges, cerebral palsy, and issues related to aging. Our experience allows us to help adults with diverse needs maximize their… Continue Reading Adult Disability Services [...]
Adult Education & Kids’ Club
The Adult Education Program provides educational services to adult learners. This important program offers: English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) services basic skills (reading, writing and math) tutoring beginner English conversation classes literacy development for resettled refugees Services are offered in one-on-one and small group settings. We provide students individualized lesson plans appropriate… Continue Reading Adult Education & Kids’ Club [...]
Adult Family Care
Adult Family Care (AFC), also called Adult Foster Care, is a program for Mass Health eligible frail elders and adults with disabilities. It is a program designed for those who cannot live alone safely and require assistance with activities of daily living. AFC program participants live with trained paid caregivers who provide daily care.… Continue Reading Adult Family Care [...]
Adult Family Care
HMEA’s Adult Family Care (“AFC” or Adult Foster Care) program provides ongoing support to individuals who cannot live alone safely and want to remain in their current home and receive daily assistance from caregivers who are living with them. HMEA provides ongoing professional and financial support to caregivers, often a family member, thereby preserving the… Continue Reading Adult Family Care [...]
Adult Family Care
Gives a supportive family setting for adults who, because of medical, cognitive, or emotional problems, cannot safely live alone. Caregivers provide personal care and medical treatment under supervision of Registered Nurse’s and Social Worker’s per Primary Care Physician/Provider orders. The Adult Family Care Program is available for those who need assistance with personal care and want… Continue Reading Adult Family Care [...]
Adult Family Care
The trained caregiver offers meals, personal care assistance, supports their activities in the community, and provides needed supervision. Eligibility for AFC: Is over the age of 16, and unable to live alone due to physical, emotional, or developmental disabilities. Be MassHealth eligible (Standard or CommonHealth) with a doctor’s written order. Have a medical, physical,… Continue Reading Adult Family Care [...]
Adult Family Care
To participate in this program one must 16 years or older, be eligible for MassHealth coverage and meet clinical criteria around assistance needed to complete certain activities of daily living such as bathing, eating, dressing, ambulating or toileting. A team consisting of a Registered Nurse and a Care Manager conduct the initial screening and… Continue Reading Adult Family Care [...]
Adult Family Care
Adult Family Care operates from the idea that people thrive and grow to meet their maximum potential for independent, fulfilled lives. They can have strong, ongoing personal relationships, access to community activities and individualized care that matches their unique needs and capabilities. Adult Family Care is a residential option for people who cannot safely live… Continue Reading Adult Family Care [...]
Adult Family Care
Who is eligible for Adult Family Care? You or Your Loved One Must: Be 16 or older Be unable to live alone due to a physical, medical, or cognitive disability Be eligible for MassHealth Require assistance with one or more activities of daily living (ADLs) You Must: Live in Massachusetts with the person in need of… Continue Reading Adult Family Care [...]
