Forsberg Independent Living Program

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Contact Information

Ascentria Community Services
Contact: Kristin Foley, Program Manager
Email Address: kfoley@ascentria.org
Phone: 774-243-3083
Alternate Phone: 774-243-3100 x3574

11 Shattuck Street Worcester, MA 01605
Area Served: Central

Map Location Forsberg Independent Living Program

Narrative

The Forsberg Program is a unique model that helps people with developmental disabilities (DD) to live on their own terms.

  • Provides supports to adults (22+) living independently in the community
  • Covers the following geographic zones
    • North County
    • South Valley
    • Worcester

Funded by the Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services, this program offers the following services:

  • Representative Payee Services for individuals requiring assistance with managing social security benefits, including:
    • Financial literacy
    • Money management skill building
    • Bill and utility payments
  • Flexible Funding
    • As-needed financial assistance with housing and other unexpected expenses that arise posing a risk to an person's ability to continue living independently

Service Types

  • Case Management
  • Skills Training

Program Type

  • Advocacy
  • Independent Living

Populations Served

  • Developmental Disability
  • Intellectual Disabilities
  • Multiple Disability

Ages Served

  • 23 – 59
  • 60 +

Languages Spoken

  • French
  • Other
  • Spanish

Accessibility Features

  • Accessible Restrooms
  • Near Public Transportation
  • Services at Home
  • Services at Work
  • Wheelchair Ramps

Additional Information

  • Accredited By: COA
  • Fees: Free Service
  • Licensed By: DDS