5. Supports

5. 'Supports Group'

Look at how we can support all people with disabilities.

Family members talked about their experiences getting services. Many people with disabilities are on AISH, which needs annual automatic cost of living increases based on COLA.

When looking at resources, here is what needs to be considered:

·         PDD funding being client-directed

·         Health care/Home care and long term care

·         Family should not be relied upon as a resource

·         Trained and appropriately trained staff as a resource

·         An effective and responsive assessment system

·         Stable housing

Action Plan

1.    Complete an analysis of current housing models; then, develop different housing models.

2.    All parties should be actively involved in the assessment process with individuals:

·         Guardians

·         Agencies

·         Network

·         Staff