Some of these services are provided directly by the Developmental Disabilities Unit of this department, however, most of them are purchased for people from other service agencies. Case managers perform required assessments of the person's strengths and needs, develop individual case plans, coordinate and monitor services that have been authorized to ensure adequate quality.
Case managers function as advocates and provide information and referral services upon request.
Respite care can be provided either in the family home or the home of the worker. An afternoon summer recreation program for children ages 5 to 15 is conducted for four weeks each summer. This program, which has a limited enrollment, is the result of collaboration between school districts, municipal government, a local advocacy organization, and this department. An array of residential options are available to people depending upon their needs. Some, but not all are located within the county.