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Family and Child Service of Schenectady, Inc.

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Family and Child Service of Schenectady, Inc.

Our mission is to enrich the lives of vulnerable individuals and their families by providing highly p FSS reimbursement grants offer funding in two categories.

Our Programs

Self Direction Services
Our Self Direction Program was established in 2018 to meet changing priorities in services to intellectually and developmentally disabled individuals throughout the Capital Region, a population that we have been serving since 1994. We work with individuals with intellectual and developmentally disabled adults and youth, ages 3 and older, as well as their sup

port systems in Schenectady, Saratoga, Schoharie, Rensselaer, and Albany Counties. The Self Direction program is a NYS Office of People with Developmental Disabilities (OPWDD) Home and Community Based Waiver service that offers these clients greater flexibility to select their own mix of supports and services, thus establishing care personalized to their own needs and interests. Our role is to serve as a “co-employer” for their self-hired staff, by managing the budgets for the services outlined in their self-direction plans. Our Fiscal Intermediaries and Brokers are person-centered and strive to provide each individual with the highest quality of service. Family Support Services
The Family Support Services program has several components, including Respite Care; Community Habilitation; Family Grants; Social Activities Program (SAP); Employment Services; and FCSS’s unique Integrated Behavioral and Family Intervention Program (IBFIP). Respite Care is designed to give the parent or caretaker of an individual with a developmental disability the opportunity to attend to their own needs, explore their own interests, or attend to other family members. A trained direct care staff person supervises their loved ones and ensure that his or her safety is maintained. Community Habilitation is designed to support individuals with developmental disabilities. Individuals work with one of our highly skilled direct care staff who members who assist them with acquiring the skills necessary to meet their valued outcomes. The direct care staff members also provide support and assist individuals with exploring new activities and making new relationships in their community. The Family Support Services (FSS) Reimbursement Grant program supports and enhances the lives of individuals with developmental disabilities. These reimbursement grants help individuals remain in their homes and access supports and services otherwise not affordable or covered by other funding sources. The first is for goods and services; recreation opportunities; and respite. The second category is emergency funding for utilities and rental assistance when an individual’s health and safety is threatened. Emergency grant requests are prioritized and reviewed as soon as they are received. The Social Activity Program was established to provide structured and planned activities for individuals to promote social interaction and integration. It also provides non-traditional opportunities for new life experiences and personal skill development. We established our Employment Services program, funded by the NYS Office of People with Developmental Disabilities, in 2015. The Integrated Behavioral and Family Intervention Program is designed for individuals for whom behavioral problems have been identified. This program provides time-limited, integrated intervention services. The focus of the intervention is twofold. First, a Behaviorist helps identify and develop a behavioral plan to meet the specific needs of the individual. Next, a Family Therapist provides education and guidance to family members to support the individual’s Behavioral Plan. The program is designed to create sustainable changes for the individual and family.

01/04/2023

Our after-school program helps children and adolescents develop social and recreational skills! Learn more about this program and how we can help here: https://bit.ly/3htPS4z

01/01/2023

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12/30/2022

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12/28/2022

We take pride in helping families and individuals regain their independence and live a more fulfilling life. Call (518) 393-1369 to get started today! https://www.livingresources.org/

12/21/2022

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12/19/2022

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12/16/2022

If you are looking for ways to help us progress in our mission, we invite you to check out this page on our website on how to donate or help!

Ways to Give Donations are an essential part of what allows Living Resources to continue to keep our promise of a lifetime commitment to individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities or brain traumas and their families. The money we receive from donations allows us to continue to provide....

12/14/2022

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12/12/2022

A safe and nurturing environment is important for children as they grow and develop. More than 200 million children under the age of 5 years are not living up to their full developmental potential.

12/09/2022

Our mission here at Family and Child Service of Schenectady, Inc. is to bridge the gap and help families with disabilities or life-challenging conditions to live with happiness, independence, and confidence. Visit our website for more details! https://bit.ly/3AjMq2q

12/07/2022

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12/05/2022

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Living Resources is dedicated to providing life enhancing services to individuals challenged by intellectual and developmental disabilities, as well as those who are brain injury survivors. Growth and happiness are unique for each person and at Living Resources, we offer a safe and supportive enviro...

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1007 Maryland Avenue
Schenectady, NY
12308

Opening Hours

Monday	8am - 4pm
Tuesday	8am - 4pm
Wednesday	8am - 4pm
Thursday	8am - 4pm
Friday	8am - 4pm

Telephone

+15183931369

Website

http://www.familyandchildservice.com/

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