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2012-04-20 15:27:05
Resources for adopting a child
Q: We are in the process of adopting a child from Russia. Although he is only 12, he spent 3 years in an adult facility because he has some “physical and intellectual limitations” and I believe the environment contributed to those limitations. Having no prior experience in caring for anyone with special needs, I have no idea of where to begin, what services should I seek out, support, or anything? Also, I would like information from a long-term sort of view. Please tell me where I can start.
A: First of all I would like to thank you in advance for considering to change the life of an individual with intellectual disabilities. Your first step in this process would be to contact your local CDDO- Community Developmental Disability Organization, which is located at Class LTD in Columbus, Kansas at 1-877-449-8999. After your initial phone contact they would meet with you and your child to determine if he/she qualifies for services. If he/she qualifies they would give you list of area service providers in which you can choose a case manager that will work very closely with you and your child to assist you in services you may need, such as; advocacy, IEP’s, and if needed Positive Support Plans. Your case Manager is a very important choice for you and your child with Intellectual or physical disabilities. The case manager also assists with local resources in the community. Unfortunately, there is a waiting list for services in Kansas. This list of Kansas residents awaiting services number in the thousands, and it typically takes 4-6 years to move from the waiting list. After coming off the waiting list he/she will be provided with services such as In Home Supports, Residential Service, Day Services, and later Employment Services, as determined by need. For more information please refer to the CDDO web-site www.CDDOSEK.org.
