For Teens & Adults with Down Syndrome

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DDS Residential Models, Alternatives and Waivers

…Foster Care (AFC) and Section 8 Housing Vouchers DDS Home & Community-Based Waivers The entire DDS Transition Information Fact Sheets document is attached here as well. Original Source: https://www.mass.gov/doc/transition-information-fact-sheets-english/download  …

Guide to Rogers Guardianship 

…antipsychotic medication- for an incapacitated person, an individual who has been found unable to make their own informed decisions. Original source: Massachusetts Trial Court, Probate and Family Court Department, https://www.mass.gov/doc/rogers-guardianship-booklet/download

Accessible Playground Directory

AccessiblePlayground.net’s directory lists playgrounds that have inclusive and accessible features. See here for Massachusetts results, but note you can adjust search filter to select any state or even other countries….

Family Caregiver Support Program

…by calling 1 (800) 243-4636 and asking to speak with a Caregiver Specialist. Visit the website to learn more about this free program, find your regional agency, resources and more….

Tiny Signs – Lane Rebelo

Lane Rebelo at Tiny Signs provides baby sign language education for parents of babies & toddlers. Lane’s website includes a free video dictionary of signs, information on her online course,…

Statewide Family Support Directory – DDS

…begins by the submission of an Eligibility Application Form. More information about the eligibility process as well as the application forms can be found on the DDS website, www.mass.gov/dds. Eligibility…