“This document provides guidance for the development of a student portfolio which may serve as the “Summary of Performance” under 511 IAC 7-43-7 of the Indiana Special Education Rule, Article 7. The Summary of Performance is defined as a summary of the student with an IEP’s academic achievement and functional performance, which must include recommendations on how to assist the student in meeting the students postsecondary goals, when a student graduates with a high school diploma, leaves school with a certification of completion, or exceeds the age eligibility for special education and related services.”
“The Money Follows the Person program is funded through a grant from the federal agency Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services. The MFP program was developed to help states move individuals from institutional settings to home- and community-based settings. Indiana was approved for the MFP program in 2007. Since then, Indiana has focused on assisting eligible persons to leave institutional care by providing services for individuals to live safely in their communities.”
Indiana Family and Social Services Administration (FSSA) Resource Guide
“This guide is designed to help providers and community- and faith-based organizations connect those who are in need with services we provide. It contains information about programs provided and administered by FSSA and a few other state agencies, and gives direction on how Hoosiers qualify to receive assistance from a variety of programs”
~~“Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) provides individuals with disabilities, a wide range of services and supports necessary to help them prepare for, secure, retain, advance in or regain employment. VR services are available in all 92 Indiana counties and are individualized to meet the unique needs of each eligible individual. To carry out these services, VR partners with vendors across the state, who may be individuals, businesses or other organizations that provide services including, but not limited to the following: • Evaluation and treatment of an individual's disability; • Information and referral services; • Vocational counseling and training; • Job search and job placement assistance; • Rehabilitation Technology • Educational guidance or support (tuition resources and other support); • Physical and Mental Restoration • Transportation services; • Occupational tools and equipment; Personal attendant services (reader, interpreter, etc.).”
~~“We create and enhance professional development activities and resources to support teachers and, ultimately, students with disabilities as they transition from school to their adult lives, working and participating in their communities, jobs, and/or postsecondary education.”
Indiana Disability Rights: Provide Info and Resources
“Why does Indiana Disability Rights provide information and referral first?
Reaching out to Indiana Disability Rights is always the right move to make. Our Intake Advocates have over 30 years’ experience in the disability rights field. They will listen to you, and based on your individual situation, they will guide you to the best resources and organizations in Indiana. If we can’t help, we have great partnerships with organizations that may be able to offer you the services you need.
What kind of information can Indiana Disability Rights provide?
We provide rights information for people with disabilities.
We explain how to access social services (application process, complaint and appeal procedures).
We make recommendations about how to access the help you need.
We provide guidance on where to find digital resources.
We may refer you to organizations that can address your issues.”
“With funding from the U.S. Department of Labor, Veterans’ Employment and Training Service, the Indiana Department of Workforce Development provides services to Hoosier Veterans. Through the Disabled Veterans’ Outreach Program (DVOP), and the Local Veterans’ Employment Representative (LVER) Program, Workforce Development Offices throughout the State are equipped to assist Hoosier Veterans with their transition from the service to civilian life. The DVOPs specialize in tailored training and job placement opportunities for veterans with service-connected disabilities. LVERs coordinate services provided veterans including counseling, testing, and identifying training and employment opportunities. Contact the nearest Indiana Workforce Development Office and ask for the location of the closest veteran’s representative.”
~~“Affiliated Service Providers of Indiana, Inc. (ASPIN) was awarded a statewide 2019 CMS Navigator Cooperative Agreement serving “Left behind” populations, veteran families, small business owners, seasonal staff, immigrants, part-time workers, farmers, rural, and individuals with addictions or mental health diagnoses involved with the criminal justice system. In addition, navigators will assist consumers whose income fluctuates between income guidelines for insurance coverage and Medicaid. There are no Sub-awardee/Subrecipient Contracted Organizations. They will partner with the Indiana Dept. of Insurance, State HUD office, Sheriff’s Association, Div. of Mental Health & Addictions, School Nurses Association, Pew Foundation, NAMI, IU Benefits Involvement Network, County corrections and jails, WIC offices, Local health departments, Bridges to Health, Exit Zero, Urban League, Mental Health America, Urban Ministries, Homeless shelters, Work One offices, Marion County Clerk’s office, Local Economic Development Corps, and the Small Business Administration . For more information, please contact the designated project lead., Contact: Julia Holloway Phone: (317) 536-4683 Email: jholloway@aspin.org”
This page contains recent and historical announcements for Indiana Family and Social Services Administration, Division of Disability and Rehabilitative Services (DDRS).
Indiana Disability Services: Home and Community-Based Medicaid Waivers
”Bureau of Developmental Disabilities Services provides services for individuals with developmental disabilities that enable them to live as independently as possible in their communities. BDDS assists individuals in receiving community supports and residential services using a person-centered plan to help determine which services are needed and who can best provide them. BDDS also monitors the quality of care and the facilities of those who are approved to provide these services in Indiana.”
This page includes information and links to Home and Community-Based Medicaid Waivers:
