Understanding the Placement Process

 

The first step in the placement process is eligibility determination. You will contact your assigned Community Center Board (this is determined by the county in which you live) to begin the eligibility process. Specific information about this process is available through your assigned Community Center Board. Once eligibility is determined, you will be placed on a waiting list until funding is available for your needs. When funding is available for you, you will be contacted by your Community Center Board. Your Community Center Board will explain the type of services that are now available for you. Service examples include but are not limited to: Comprehensive Services; Supported Living Services; Community Integrated Employment, etc…

 

Now that funding is available for you and you understand the type of services that you are eligible for, your next step is to choose a ‘Service Agency’ to provide your services. Your Community Center Board is responsible to make you aware of all of the Service Agencies that are available. You have the right to review and visit agencies until you find one that you believe will meet your needs.