ILP Overview Summary

provide the appropriate transition service to all students with disabilities; applying numerous and challenging programs and strategies. “Students learn to manage their time and money, network with professionals, and prioritize work and school assignments”. Besides, the executive director state that these training motivate and prepare students to insert into society, learning a trade and receiving a salary for their efforts; understanding the meaning of the work, developing social skills, adopting appropriate behaviors, and adequate work’s habits (Virtual Job Shadow, 2016).

For my transition interview I interviewed Susan Nixon, who is the coordinator of learning and programming at Old Dominion University. Her job entails helping students with disabilities transition from high school to college. When students with disabilities are in high school they have an IEP or 504 to help them. However, when they come to college they no longer have an IEP, they become protected under the Americans with Disabilities Act. During my interview with Ms. Nixon, she pointed out how there’s no transition plan for post-college and into the work force. So, she feels it’s extremely helpful for students with disabilities to become self-advocates while in college.

A rehabilitation counselor is the central coordinator of setting up services and the client’s goals. They help develop and enhance the client’s skills to secure independence, employment and function in the community (Garske, 2003). In order to be able to rehabilitate the client and set up obtainable goals and a treatment plan, the rehabilitation counselor must first understand ADA, the client’s functional limitations, challenges and obstacles they are facing, along with barriers that may pose a threat to the success of the client. Rehabilitation counselors also set up a support network the client can reach out to and utilize, as well as resources and accommodations

On 2/11/2016, CM met with the client for Bi-Weekly ILP Review. Client appears to be cooperative and friendly. She was alert, satisfactorily groomed, and casually dressed. She was very loquacious.

Thesis Statement People think that putting their loved ones in senior home centers or assisted living centers will benefit them due to the way they think they're going to be treated. When in reality most of the time it's not that way. Many are very unorganized,they abuse the elderly, and patients aren't getting the attention they need. Senior homes are meant to make the patients feel like they're at home.

On 7/11/2015, CM did a visual and had client come to the social service office. CM completed Bi-Weekly ILP Review. In the meeting client appears to be wear out, and tired. She was constantly throbbing her forehead, like if she was having headache. CM inquires what the problem is. Client replies “she doesn’t like the shelter food and sometimes she doesn’t eat” CM advised the client to eat and nourished her body. CM also observed that client is depressed but she continues to refuse medical referral to see a psychiatrist and medical doctor. Client continues to mention her son who is in foster care, and the physical altercation she sustained many months ago here at this shelter. CM mentioned to the client she was a transferred from another shelter due to physical altercation, CM continues to relate to the client she

On 7/11/2015, CM met with the client for Bi-Weekly ILP Review. Client arrived early for the meeting. In the meeting client appears to be well groomed with good hygiene and dressed appropriately for her age. She was calm, cooperative and well related. She discussed typical issues re: her political and activism work and automobile accident disbursement. She continues to relate her paralegal was in the neighborhood and she wanted this worker to meet her. Unfortunately, there was no parking and she left. She also mentioned the paralegal brought her documents that she need to filed with the state and the federal for her automobile entitlement.

Case manager met with client to develop and issue an independent living plan, which indicated client must apply for public assistance benefits within three business days. Client agreed to apply for full public assistance benefits. Client received and signed and appointment notice, which indicated, the appointment date, time, location, and travel directions. A metrocard was provided to client to attend this appointment. Client was notified that he/she must provide proof of applying by 19/13 Client understood and agreed to apply for PA on 1/2/13 and provide proof on 1/2/13 the client was also notified to comply with all follow up HRA appointments to maintain an active public

On 8/30/2017, CM met with the client to complete Bi-Weekly ILP Review. Client was dressed with proper attire for the weather. In the meeting client appears to be sad and quiet. CM inquires the reason client appears to be quiet and sad. Client looked at CM and didn’t say a word.

Independence Care System is a non-profit organization, there MLTC plan is funded by grants and insurance reimbursements billing Medicare and Medicaid according to Social Work on Empowerment by DuBois and Miley. CHCA, PHI and Women’s Health Access Programs are a part of their funding process. In 2008, ICS received its first grant from the Greater NYC affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure to launch a Breast Cancer screening project for women with physical disabilities. Also in 2102 they received a grant from the Baisley Powell Elebash fund to expand the women’s health access program. The one team member of Care Coordinators Mrs. Bernice Alexander Social Worker was very eager to be interviewed. Mrs. Alexander was very insightful about the ICS

This agency is dedicated to rehabilitating aged and disabled individuals within the confines of their residence, in order that they may maximize their contributions and fulfill their goals as a family member and member of society with a minimum of conflict. In accomplishing this end, it is felt that the self-respect of the individual can and will be enhanced.

Apprenticeship is a work-based learning program administered by the Employment and Training Administration’s Office of Apprenticeship (OA) to advance and increase employment opportunities for people with and without disabilities. Building on existing research and Executive Order No.13801, Expanding Apprenticeships in America is to increase and improve capacity building of Registered Apprenticeship Programs (RAP) and Industry-led Apprenticeship Programs (ILAP). ODEP will focus on the development of funding opportunities through the Apprenticeship PWS and collaboration and outreach with the OA, focused on promotion of inclusive RAP, and ILAP for transitioning youth and young adults with disabilities (YWD), including significant disabilities.

In June 1999, the United States Supreme Court affirmed a judgment in the Olmstead case, which regards two individuals with mental and cognitive disabilities living in a state operated institution, who claimed a right to care in an integrated setting based on the guarantees under Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA). As a response, Texas implemented the Texas Promoting Independence Plan. The goal of this plan is to ensure that the state’s long-term services and supports system (i.e. HCS) effectively fosters independence for all individuals who have a disability and provides opportunities for individuals to have a quality of life in the setting of their choice (HHSC 2012). Today, individuals who choose to reside in the community are able to maintain their independence with the assistance of community-based services. For instance, when Marisa received her slot for community-based services, she also received the supports she needed to remain living at home and do the things she wants to do including volunteering, giving back to the community and doing the everyday things she needs to do to be independent (ADA). The cost of not increasing funding for the interest list denies the rights of individuals who are both mentally and physically at a disadvantage compared to most of us. The benefit of increasing funding gives individuals a voice to choose their independence in a community setting and provides equal opportunity.

Due to the Americans with Disabilities Act being passed recently, there are many improvements that need to be made concerning social policy and individuals with developmental disabilities. A best practice for practitioners working with this target population would be a person centered approach. Falon et al conclude, “The aging service system has adopted the disability community’s ingrained philosophies of self-direction, person-centered planning, and participant- directed services” (p. 22). This can be considered the best practice approach because many individuals with developmental disabilities may lack control over their personal and professional lives. By using a person centered intervention planning technique the practitioner respects

On Wednesday, December 6th, 2017, I attended a presentation and tour at the Independence Center of Colorado Springs. During the presentation, I had the opportunity to hear about all of the different services that the Independence Center offers as well as the collaboration that the Independence Center does around the community. Jaime Harrell, the independent living program manager, explained the history of the Independence Center, the different services that are offered, and the Independence Center’s philosophy. The Independence Center offers services for anyone who self-identifies as having a disability without the need for any documentation. Fifty percent of the staff at the Independence Center is required to have a disability, which makes the center a safe and comforting environment for individuals with disabilities who come in needing services. Funding for the Independence Center comes from state and federal dollars, which currently serves about three hundred individuals free of charge. To take a closer look at the Independence Center, I will focus on how the center provides assistance for individuals who are transitioning into the workforce as well as how they foster independence. Included alongside these details will be many of the services that are offered.