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Community Living Assistance and Support Services (CLASS) - Texas

Resource Type

Program

Description

From their website: "CLASS provides home- and community-based services to people with related conditions as a cost-effective alternative to placement in an intermediate care facility for persons with mental retardation or a related condition (ICF-MR/RC). A related condition is a disability, other than mental retardation, that originated before age 22 and that affects the ability to function in daily life."

Ages

All Ages

Age Groups

Infancy (<1), Toddlerhood (1-3), Preschool/Kindergarten (3-5), School Age (6-12), Adolescence (13-21), Adulthood (22+)

Web Address

http://www.dads.state.tx.us/providers/CLASS/index.cfm

Languages

English

Alias

CLASS

Services Provided

* Adaptive aids and medical supplies * Case management * Consumer Directed Services * Habilitation * Minor home modifications * Nursing services * Occupational therapy * Physical therapy * Psychological and behavioral support services * Respite care * Specialized therapies * Speech pathology

Eligibility Requirements

Financial eligibility requirements Financial eligibility is determined by the Texas Health and Human Services Commission. For more information, please visit their website. Other eligibility requirements * There is no age limit; however, the onset of the disability must have been before age 22. * Have a DADS-approved initial individual service plan that does not exceed the program's cost ceiling. * Meet ICF/MR level of care criteria. * Have a demonstrated need for ongoing habilitation services. * Have chosen the CLASS program over an ICF/MR program.

Areas Served

Texas

Contact Information

701 W. 51st St.

Austin, TX 78751
Phone: 1-877-438-5658
http://www.dads.state.tx.us/providers/CLASS/index.cfm
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