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 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) is based on the idea that people thrive and grow to meet their highest potential for independent, fulfilled lives. They can have strong, ongoing personal relationships. They can join in community activities. They get care that matches their own needs and capabilities. Adult Family Care is a residential option for people… Continue Reading Adult Family Care [...]
Adult Family Care
Gives a supportive family setting for adults who, because of aging medical cognitive 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 Doctor/Provider orders. The Adult Family Care Program is available for those who need assistance with personal care. They want… Continue Reading Adult Family Care [...]
Adult Family Care
To be part of this program one must 16 years or older, be eligible for MassHealth coverage and need help to complete certain activities of daily living (ADLs). ADLs are bathing, eating, dressing, walking or toileting. A team consisting of a Registered Nurse and a Care Manager conduct the initial screening. After acceptance into… Continue Reading Adult Family Care [...]
Adult Family Care
Whether you are caring for an aging parent, or a son or daughter with a disability, Advocates Adult Family Care provides financial help and the resources your family needs to thrive. Our experienced team of case managers and nurses partners with your whole family to help you care for your loved one in the… 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 [...]
Adult Family Care
Adult Family Care (AFC) is a Medicaid funded program. The Arc of Opportunity’s AFC program provides pay and clinical help to qualifying family members or caregivers. We help them in caring for their loved ones at home. AFC offers families the chance to delay or even prevent the need for institutional care. The Arc of… Continue Reading Adult Family Care [...]
Adult Family Care
The trained caregiver offers: meals personal care assistance supports their activities in the community provides needed help 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, or… Continue Reading Adult Family Care [...]
Adult Family Care
You can live in your caregiver’s home or your caregiver can move into your home. You will be treated like a member of the family by your caregiver. You and your caregiver will receive support from a registered nurse and a case manager on a regular basis. Your caregiver will: make meals and snacks … Continue Reading Adult Family Care [...]
