The Parenting Program provides support to
parents with developmental disabilities, in an effort to help them achieve success in parenting. Service Coordinators help identify solutions to challenges faced by program participants.
In-Home Support and a weekly parenting class are also available. Children ages 5-18 are also provided service coordination services. For more information call 883-8888, ext. 165.
Through the Senior Services Program, service coordination and habilitation services are tailored to the specific needs of senior citizens 55 years of age and older. A
Senior Day Habilitation programs gives seniors an opportunity to participate in their local Senior Community Center, while
having the support of a Community Services' staff person on site. The Individual Retirement Experience
program gives seniors the opportunity to travel, pursue hobbies and socialize with other retirees. For more information call 883-8888, ext. 162.
The
Alcohol and Substance Abuse Services program works with several addiction treatment facilities in the area to provide services geared towards individuals with developmental disabilities who
abuse alcohol and/or drugs. Community Services' staff closely monitor and encourage program participants to ensure they are complying with treatment plans. For more information call 896-2180,
ext. 117.
Through its partnership with the Erie County Probation Department, the Developmentally Disabled Offender Program
is able to provide effective alternatives to incarceration for program participants. Programs are also available for children and young adults ages 12-25 who are at high risk of
becoming involved with either substance abuse or the criminal justice system. For more information call 896-2180, ext. 117.
The Assertive Community Treatment
(ACT) Team provides highly individualized treatment and support to individuals who have a developmental disability as well as a mental illness and/or
challenging behaviors. In collaboration with the Erie County Department of Mental Health, the ACT Team provides comprehensive services including psychiatry, nursing, service coordination,
counseling, residential habilitation and behavioral intervention. For more information call 896-2180, ext. 117.
The Social Services
program provides service coordination, linkage and referrals to individuals with specialized needs including personal or financial issues, medical concerns and employment needs.
For more information call 896-2180, ext. 136.
