ELIGIBILITY
For more information contact:
Barbara Wrabel
Community Outreach Specialist
419-668-8840, ext. 1455
b.wrabel@hurondd.org
Barbara Wrabel
Community Outreach Specialist
419-668-8840, ext. 1455
b.wrabel@hurondd.org
Questions?
We are happy to assist you with any questions you may have.
SERVICES FOR CHILDREN
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Eligibility for services from the Huron County Board of Developmental Disabilities is determined a little differently for each of several age groups, and is the responsibility of the Community Outreach Specialist for those aged three and up.
Birth to age three (Early Childhood Services and Help Me Grow): See "Early Childhood" under "Services for Children" tab for more information. Ages three to 10: Current confirmation from a qualified clinician of a diagnosed condition, not solely caused by mental illness, that results in at least ONE substantial developmental delay, and a "high probability" of having a substantial functional limitation (SFL) in at least THREE of the following areas, in the absence of individually planned supports:
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Ages 10 and up: Current confirmation from a qualified clinician of the diagnosis of a severe, chronic disability, not solely caused by mental illness, manifested prior to the age of 22, and likely to continue indefinitely.
After this diagnosis verification is received by HCBDD, a Level of Care (LOC) assessment will be scheduled and completed. The results of the LOC must show that the individual has a substantial functional limitation (SFL) in at least THREE of the following areas:
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SERVICES FOR TRANSITION
YOUTH & ADULTS
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Eligibility for services from the Huron County Board of Developmental Disabilities is determined a little differently for each of several age groups, and is the responsibility of the Community Outreach Specialist for those aged three and up.
The Ohio Department of Developmental Disabilities provides one assessment tool for individuals from the age of 10 through adulthood. Ages 10 and up: Current confirmation from a qualified clinician of the diagnosis of a severe, chronic disability, not solely caused by mental illness, manifested prior to the age of 22, and likely to continue indefinitely. After this diagnosis verification is received by HCBDD, a Level of Care (LOC) assessment will be scheduled and completed. |
The results of the LOC must show that the individual has a substantial functional limitation (SFL) in at least THREE of the following areas:
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