These disabilities may also be the result of accidents or near-drownings. However, to qualify as a developmental disability, their onset must have occurred before the age of 18. These services include, but are not limited to, training and support in life skills such as mobility, socialization, employment and recreation. There are more than 950 licensed developmental services providers in California. Individuals may have intermittent or continuous needs for nursing care.
Individuals usually have intermittent needs for nursing care.
Typically, care is provided in a group home setting. Interdisciplinary Team A collection of professionals, such as physicians, speech therapists, physical therapists or psychologists, representing several areas of service, who assess and review each person to develop an individualized plan to address their needs. This plan forms the core treatment approach. It is developed with the input of the facility staff, the person and, if necessary, the individual's parents or authorized representatives. Qualified Mental Retardation Professional QMRP means a person who has specialized training or one year of experience in treating or working with persons with developmental disabilities, and is accredited or has at least a Bachelor's degree in one of several disciplines, including psychology, education, social work, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech pathology, audiology, rehabilitation or recreation.