What does the "Family Caregiver" option mean?
Residential services can now be delivered in the FAMILY HOME
in an option called: Family Caregiver Option.
Who is eligible for the Family Caregiver Option?
- Adults currently transitioning out of CES services and can choose between receiving SLS services or Comprehensive (residential) services,
- Those who are in SLS now but will be offered a Comprehensive Services 'slot' off the waiting list. If currently on the Comprehensive/Residential 'Wait List' it's important to request that your Case Manager note the participant's status as: "As Soon As Available". This means that when an opening of the list happens then s/he can request Family Caregiver Services option as their Residential Option if desired. If this Option would be best for you and your family member Call your Case Manager at your CCB today.
Benefits
- Options that can be chosen: long term, short term and/or intermittent use of FCG, whichever is most beneficial for the individual.
- People receiving Family Caregiver Services can also receive Day Program, Transportation, Employment and Behavioral services as needed.
- Family Caregiver Agency, LLC is state approved to pay and monitor family members when the people involved agree that staying in the home to receive residential services is the best fit for all.