Franklin County Providers

MR/DD

Motto: 

• Linking services to families with special needs

Purpose: 

• The Franklin County Providers MR/DD is an embodiment of county providers that meet regularly to address concerns of families having difficulties locating services/solutions involving MR/DD issues.
• The purpose of the Franklin County Providers MR/DD is to provide a forum for discussion of issues related to the needs/problems of individuals with developmental delays or disabilities and their families. 
• The Franklin County Providers MR/DD limits itself to exploring direct support options for families exploring direct support options for families with special needs or concerns.  
• This group of providers plan to explore several projects identified as high/top priority by families in the county.

Goals: 

Current Goals (Based on Individual Needs)

• Community Resource Guide:  ongoing
• Provides the family with information in their county regarding their special concerns.
• The Patch Fund:  someone in need
• Targets individual needs of a family and providers direct support.
• Rest and Relaxation for Everyone (camps/trips)
• Supports individual's rights to recreational facilities

Eligibility: 

• Same as State MR/DD definitions

Needs: 

• Justification in the county