Project Able – MetroBoston Advocates

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Narrative

Project Able was created to connect Chinese and Vietnamese families in the Boston area to resources and support for loved ones with disabilities.

Support can range from housing and benefits advocacy, to communications and translation, and recreational and social events. Ultimately, we bridge language and cultural barriers so that each family and their loved one can be part of a supportive and nurturing community.

Case managers assist families with the following:
     • Translation and interpretation
     • Information and referrals
     • Applications for:
          -- Public benefits (Supplemental Nutritional  
              Assistance Program, Supplemental
               Security Income, MassHealth)
          -- Department of Developmental Services
              eligibility
          -- MassHealth programs (Adult Family Care and
              Personal Care Assistance)
     • Education (IEP) planning
     • Additional supports according to each family’s
         individual needs
Ongoing Programs
     • Workshops and trainings
     • Monthly social groups and life skills
     • Recreation and community outings

Service Types

• Case Management
• Family Rights And Guardianship
• Family Support
• Socialization Activities

Program Type

• Case Management
• Communication
• Support Groups
• Transition

Populations Served

• Asperger's Syndrome
• Autism Spectrum
• Behavior Disorder
• Cerebral Palsy
• Developmental Delay Birth to 3
• Developmental Disability
• Intellectual Disabilities
• Multiple Disability

Ages Served

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

Languages Spoken

• Chinese-Cantonese
• Chinese-Mandarin
• Vietnamese

Accessibility Features

• Able to serve clients in their wheelchair
• Accessible Parking
• Accessible Public Transportation
• Accessible Restrooms

Additional Information

• Accredited By: DDS
• Fees: Free Service, Personal Funds
• Licensed By: DDS