WHAT WE DO

Our Programs

We carry out our mission of protecting and promoting the rights of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) and their families through innovative programs. Our initiatives touch almost every aspect of life in the community. By sharing our knowledge and conducting trainings and events, our programs help connect communities and inform efforts to broaden inclusion across the country.

We provide these three programs below:

Advocacy

We can provide assistance to families in locating and accessing services such as Respite Care/Sitter Services, Residential and Supported Living, Employment/Supported Employment, Adult Day Activities…

Family Support

In 1992, the Tennessee General Assembly passed legislation establishing a statewide Family Support Program. Statewide funding for this program is determined by our state legislators…

Independent Support Coordination

Independent Support Coordination Services include helping eligible persons and their families to identify, locate, and access all proposed Medicaid Waiver Services…

Counseling

Individual Counseling for People with IDD and their Family Members. Katy Clouse has over 23 years of experience working with people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families…