Disability Resource Connection-Franklin County SB40 Resource Board Service Coordination serves individuals with developmental disabilities in Franklin County, MO. What is Service Coordination:
Service Coordinators (SC) are professionals trained in the area of developmental disabilities and/or other closely related fields. The SC assists the individual and/or their families with accessing medical, social, educational, and other specialized services. To be eligible for Service Coordination services, an individual must have a developmental disability. The onset must be before the age of twenty-two and continue indefinitely. As a result of the DD, there must be issues in at least two of the following areas: living and working independently; written or verbal communication; self-direction; learning; mobility; and/or self care. Rolla Regional Center determines the eligibility of applicants for SB40. Once an individual is found eligible for services, a SC is assigned to work closely with the individual and family to identify needs, develop an individual plan, link to services, and advocate for services and needs. If you or someone you know is interested in Service Coordination services, please contact the Rolla Regional Office at 800-828-7604 or the SB40 Office at 636-584-7240. What Service Coordination Offers You:
CONNECT: Your SC will work with you and your family to determine what is working and not working in your life. Goals and needs will be identified, as well, so the correct service can be matched to your specific need. Your SC will work with you and your family to develop an individualized plan to meet identified needs and/or maintain your current level of success and independence. LINK: Your SC will link you to available resources, both community and governmental, which may serve as a potential funding and/or service source. By gaining this knowledge and making connections, many doors may open for you that you once thought were closed. ADVOCATE: Once a need, as well as a resource, has been identified, your SC will advocate on your behalf to receive the service and/or funding that is needed. Our goal is to help you reach your full potential! MONITOR: Any DMH/SB40 funded service that you receive will be monitored by the SC to ensure that you are satisfied with the service you receive, that you have the ability to be heard, and that you are progressing towards your goals.
