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Narrative

The Family Support Center (FSC) of People Incorporated is the family support center designated to serve the Greater Fall River area by the Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services (DDS). The Center provides assistance to children and adults with IDD (intellectual or developmental disability) who are living with their family in the community.

Our goal is to support people and their families with the information and resources they need to meet their goals for a fulfilling and meaningful life.

 The Center staff works as a partner with families and people to:

• Provide resource and referral information and support
• Connect residents to job development, health and human services, housing and state resources, and support to help residents obtain employment and stabilize their families
• Connect families and children to school resources and activities, assist with parent engagement and build the capacity of the schools to support children
• Provide family and parent educational opportunities
• Provide and connect families to preventative health support groups and educational programs

Program Type

• Advocacy
• Support Groups

Populations Served

• All Disabilities

Ages Served

• Birth to 3
• 3 - 4
• 5 - 8
• 9 - 13
• 14 - 18
• 19 - 22
• 23 – 59
• 60 +

Accessibility Features

• Accessible Parking
• Accessible Restrooms

Additional Information

• Fees: Free Service
• Licensed By: DDS