Community Colleges of Connecticut Capital Community College Phone #: 860-906-5007 Address: 950 Main Street Hartford, CT 06103 Community College of Connecticut Phone #: 860-244-7600 Address: 61 Woodland st. Hartford, Ct 06105 Gateway Community College Phone #: 203-285-2000 Address: 88 Bassett Rd. North Haven, CT 06473 Housatonic Community College Phone #:203-332-5000 Address: 900 Lafayette boulevard, Bridgeport, CT 06604 Manchester Community College Phone #: 860-512-3000 Address: Great Path P.O. Box 1046, Manchester, CT 6045-1046 Middlesex Community College Phone #: 860-343-5800 Address: 100 Training Hill Rd. Middletown, CT 06457 Naugatuck Community College Phone #: 203-575-8040 Address: 750 Chase Parkway, Waterbury, CT 06078 Northwestern Community College Phone #: 860-738-6300 Address: Park Place East, Winsted, CT 06098 Norwalk Community College Phone #: 203-857-7000 Address: 188 Richards Ave. Norwalk, CT 06854 Quinebaug Valley Community College Phone #: 860- 774-1130 Address: 742 Upper Maple st. Danielson, CT 06239 Quinebaug Valley Community College (Willimantic) Phone #: 860-423-1824 Address: 729 Main st. Willimantic, CT 06226 Three Rivers Community College Phone #: 860-886-0177 Address: 7 Mahan Drive, Norwich, CT 06360 Tunxis Community College Phone #: 860-255-3500 Address: 271 Scott Swamp Rd. Farmington, CT 06032

Connecticut working with and together with DSS, DMHAS, BIAC, Allied Community Resources, Access Agency, CCCI, Social Services, Brain Injury, Hospital, Doctors, Nurses, Cognitive Behavioral Therapist, Special Education, Schools, Litchfield, Hartford ABI WA FÈ YON REFERANS SOU ENTÈNÈT SÈVIS POU LETA Liy èd 1-860-942-0365 , Konekte ak yon Espesyalis sètifye ki bay sipò endividyèl ak konsèy pou moun, manm fanmi yo, moun kap bay swen, edikatè, ak pwofesyonèl medikal ak terapetik.

I HAVE A BRAIN INJURY - HOW TO FIND A JOB - Common Challenges. Making money and losing essential support services, MWEN GEN YON BLESI SÈVO. JWENN YON TRAVAY LÈ OU GEN YON BLESI SÈVO. , Having a job provides us with feelings of self-worth, responsibility and independence. It nurtures our sense of accomplishment. Common Challenges . Asking for accommodations Over-Cautious employers Mixed or very short working schedules Making money and losing essential support services Bringing your personal assistant Maintaining concentration and attention. Quick or extreme fatigue Speech Memory loss Social relationships Emotional Behavioral Physical abilities Limited vision Assessing Your Abilities and Skills. Think about factors in the workplace that will negatively affect your condition. Some conditions may make you sensitive to certain environmental conditions, such as temperature extremes or certain substances in the workplace. For example, you may have respiratory issues that are aggravated by humidity in the air or dust and fumes. Or you may have hearing issues that are irritated by noise or vibrations from moving machinery. You may also have discomfort working at heights or with certain odors. Identifying your comfort levels with these factors will ensure you only pursue work positions that will suit your condition and not harm you in any way. Use a Variety of Job-Seeking Techniques Personal contacts Classified ads Campus job-placement services Job-placement assistance through temp agencies Disability advocacy or support groups Vocational rehabilitation agencies Take advantage of the Internet When you apply for a position, FOCUS on your qualifications and abilities. Do Your Homework First. Research the company you're applying to. Check with disability advocacy groups to see if the company has a good reputation for hiring, training and promoting workers with disabilities. Find out their strengths and weaknesses. Many corporations' Web sites provide lots of information Know how your background and experience fit with the company. Be prepared to discuss why your strengths. Being familiar with the company, shows you're motivated to work for them. Know What Technologies Can Help You Work Effectively Your skills may be maximized through assistive technology. Speech recognition software StickyKeys Auto-correct, for instance Adjusting a monitor's resolution can make big difference when reading small print easier for people with limited vision. Decide When to Disclose Your Disability Even though federal law states you aren't required to reveal your disability, unless it relates to completing essential job functions, consider being open on this subject. If you volunteer this information, the employer may see you as a strong and confident person. Depending on the circumstances, you could describe your limitations in a resume, cover letter, or job application. If you need a special schedule make this clear on your application, employers dislike being misled. Identify your physical abilities. Consider how your condition affects your ability to do certain work-related activities like sitting, standing, walking, lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling. Make the Interview Easy for the Employer If you are bringing an interpreter, wheelchair, guide dog, etc. notify your interviewers so they can prepare in advance. As needed, inquire about accessible entrances to the building and the best route once inside to get to your interview . Role-Play If your disability makes you do certain tasks differently, are you comfortable explaining how you will perform the job? Try role-playing the situation with a trusted friend, team member or family member. Practice explaining how you will perform your job and what accommodations, if any, you need. Describe how the company would benefit from hiring you. Dress Appropriately Unless specifically encouraged to dress casually, follow the universal code about what to wear to an interview: Dress business casual. For people with limited mobility, the process of dressing for a job interview can be quite a challenge, but it's worth it. Bring Samples of Your Work and Extra Resumes A clean, printed resume. Ask friends and family to write short references about your abilities. Your employer may want to know how well you maintain concentration and attention in the workplace, and your ability to understand, remember and carry out instructions. Samples allow you to illustrate your skills with specific examples. Anticipate and Address Potential Concerns Directly You know some people have fears and prejudices about workers with disabilities, even when they don't express these attitudes directly. If you want the job, you must allay these concerns. Using examples from your own life or prior work experience, discuss how you accomplish activities that challenge you, like getting around the workplace, communicating with others, using equipment and so forth. Handle Illegal Interview Questions with Grace The Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 made it illegal for employers to ask about medical history during an interview. If you are asked an inappropriate question, respond diplomatically. Try: "Nothing in my personal life will keep me from doing an outstanding job in this position." This answer should satisfy a prospective employer's concerns about your ability to get the job done. Start identifying your career path. Explore your work preferences and understand your strengths in under two minutes. Future-proof yourself for tomorrow's jobs by discovering your work interests based on your personal traits. Click here: To Start identifying your career path in 4 easy online steps. Finding a Job - ( Some Great Options ) Look for a position through a temporary agency. Temporary agency employment is a great way to get back into the workforce, gain skills, and reorient yourself to the current job market. Some of the largest temporary agencies are: Manpower Temp jobs Kelly Services, Inc. Monroe Staffing Services Temporaries of New England TempsNow! Temporary Staffing Hamilton Connections, Inc. Aerotek, an Allegis Group company A.R. Mazzotta Excel Partners The Hire Source Express Services, Inc Target Temps Advantage Resourcing J. Morrissey Useful Resources America's Workforce Network Toll-Free Help Line For Employees Brochure (PDF, 341KB) American Job Centers Apprenticeship Programs Career Fairs Career Transition Networking Groups (PDF, 122KB) CT Apprenticeship System CT Career Resource Network CT Health Jobs Downsizing/Layoff Support Disability Resources DOL Partnerships Employment and Training Education and Training ConneCTion Employment & Training Websites - Other States Employment Assistance Sites, Other Individual Development Accounts (IDAs) Job and Career ConneCTion Job Corps Job Fairs Jobs, Federal Job Search Assistance Labor Market Information Laws & Legislation Migrant and Seasonal Farm Workers Program Minors, Employment of Minors, Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) Occupational Safety and Health (CONN-OSHA) Recruitments at Local American Job Center Offices State Jobs and Exams Tax Credit Programs Trade Adjustment Assistance Unemployment Insurance Veterans Services Wage and Hour Information Wage and Workplace Matters Wage Payment Laws Welfare-to-Work Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) WIOA - Approved Training Programs WARN - Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification Act Worker Safety (CONN-OSHA) Workforce Support Workplace Laws Workshops at American Job Center Offices Your Connecticut Job Search Guide Youth Employment Site Youth/Workers Under 18 National Resources for TBI individuals, employers, and caregivers ADA Americans with Disabilities Act BIA Brain Injury Association of America BTF Brain Trauma Foundation Brain Injury Alliance California TBI Advisory Board report CDC Center for Disease Control and Prevention TBI Information Defense and Veterans Brain Injury Center JAN Job Accommodation Network Mayo Clinic NARIC National Rehabilitation Information Center NASET National Association of Special Education Teachers The Interactive Brain Traumatic Brain Injury National Database Center US Department of Labor Disability Employment Policy VA Department of Veterans Affairs Wounded Warrior Project Alabama TBI Rehabilitation Program (334) 293.7500 Alaska TABI Traumatic and Acquired Brain Injury Program (907) 465.1605 Arizona Department of Economic Security TBI Services (800) 563.1221 Arkansas Healthy Arkansas TBI Services (501) 661.2000 California Traumatic Brain Injury Advisory Board (800) 952.5544 Colorado Adult TBI Supportive Services (888) 331.3311 Connecticut Department of Social Services (855) 6.CONNECT Delaware Brain Injury Association of Delaware (302) 346.2083 Florida TBI Resource and Support Center (800) 992.3442 Georgia Brain Injury Resource Directory (404) 712.5504 Hawaii TBI Board of Hawaii (808) 586.4400 Idaho Idaho State University TBI Virtual Program Center (208) 373.1773 Illinois Healthcare and Family TBI Services (800) 843.6154 Indiana Brain Injury Association of Indiana (317) 356.7722 Iowa Advisory Council on Brain Injuries (866) 227.9878 Kansas Brain Injury Association of Kansas (913) 754.8883 Kentucky NeuroRestorative of Kentucky (800) 743.6802 Louisiana Brain Injury Association of Louisiana (504) 982.0685 Maine Disability and Developmental Services (207) 287.9200 Maryland TBIMD Support Groups (410) 448.2924 Massachusetts Statewide and Specialized TBI Community Services (617) 204.3852 Michigan TBI Resource Guide (517) 335.1980 Minnesota Hennepin County Medical Center TBI Services (612) 873.3284 Mississippi Brain Injury Association of Mississippi (601) 981.1021 Missouri TBI Guide and Resources (573) 751.6400 Montana Department of Human Services TBI Fact Sheet (888) 279.7532 Nebraska Brain Injury Advisory Council (308) 865.5012 Nevada TBI Community Enrichment Program (702) 259.1903 New Hampshire Brain Injury Association of NH (603) 225.8400 New Jersey NJ Traumatic Brain Injury Fund (888) 285.3036 New Mexico BrainLine of New Mexico (505) 292.7414 New York Vocational Rehabilitation Services (800) 222.JOBS North Carolina TBI Resources Office (919) 715.5989 North Dakota Head Injury Association of ND (877) 525.2724 Ohio Ohio State University BI Rehabilitation Program (800) 293.5123 Oklahoma Head Injury Resource Directory (800) 522.0203 Oregon Vocational Rehabilitation Services for Disabled Adults (800) 452.1694 Pennsylvania PDH Head Injury Program (877) PA.HEALTH Rhode Island Brain Injury Association of Rhode Island (401) 228.3319 South Carolina SC Vocational Rehabilitation Department (803) 896.6040 South Dakota USD TBI Research and Services (605) 357.1439 Tennessee Traumatic Brain Injury Program (615) 741.1230 Texas Texas Education Agency TBI Resources (512) 463.9734 Utah Brain Injury Alliance of Utah (801) 716.4993 Vermont Traumatic Brain Injury Program (802) 871.3069 Virginia Brain Injury Services Coordination (800) 552.5019 Washington Traumatic Brain Injury Council (877) TBI.1766 Washington DC Brain Injury Association of Washington DC (202) 659.0122 West Virginia Center for Excellence in Disabilities 1-877-724-8244 Wisconsin Brain Injury Resource Center (262) 770.4882 Wyoming Brain Injury Alliance of Wyoming 1-800-643-6457

Brain Injury Support Services / In-Home, School and Community / Behavioral Health / Physical Rehabilitation / Life Skills Training / Support Groups / Social Events / Vocational Employment Support Services / New England and New York Services. Achieve Better Independence

ABI Resources provides quality Personal Care Assistant (PCA) services to individuals with acquired brain injury (ABI) in Connecticut. Our compassionate and experienced PCAs offer customized care plans that promote independence and maximize quality of life. Trust us to provide the highes CT PCA PERSONAL CARE CONNECTICUT ALLIED CT PCA PERSONAL CARE CONNECTICUT CT PCA PERSONAL CARE CONNECTICUT CT PCA PERSONAL CARE CONNECTICUT ALLIED 1/6 APPLY HERE Pwogram Personal Care Attendant (PCA) bay asistans swen pèsonèl (asistan) pou granmoun ki gen laj 18 a 64 ane ki gen andikap kwonik, grav ak pèmanan. Pwogram sa a pèmèt granmoun a rete lakay li olye pou yo mete l nan enstitisyon (plasman nan yon etablisman swen alontèm, mezon retrèt, elatriye). Yo anplwaye yon asistan swen pèsonèl (PCA) pou ede w fè aktivite lavi chak jou (ADL) epi rete lakay ou. Gen yon lis datant pou aksepte nan pwogram sa a. , Elijiblite pou PCA se yon pwosesis ki gen de pati: Pati 1: Fonksyonèlman, ou dwe bezwen sèvis sa yo. Espesyalman, ou dwe fizikman demontre ke ou bezwen asistans pratik pou fè 3 nan sèt Aktivite debaz yo nan lavi chak jou (ADLs). ADL sa yo endike anba a: Benyen – bezwen èd pou benyen tèt ou byen? Abiye - bezwen èd pou abiye yon fason apwopriye? Manje / Manje - bezwen èd pou nouri tèt ou byen? (Sa pa vle di fè oswa prepare manje.) Twalèt – bezwen èd pou ale/soti nan twalèt la epi netwaye tèt ou byen apre? Transfè - bezwen èd san danje transfere nan ak soti nan chèz / kabann? Medikaman - bezwen èd pou prepare ak pran medikaman ou chak jou? Konpòtman - bezwen sipèvizyon chak jou pou pa fè tèt ou mal oswa lòt moun? Pati 2: Finansyèman, ou dwe kalifye pou Medicaid lè ou resevwa sèvis yo. Ou pa oblije rete nan limit finansye Medicaid pandan w sou lis datant pou PCA (gade pi ba a), men ou dwe aplike epi kalifye pou Medicaid lè non w parèt sou lis datant la. , Asistan swen pèsonèl yo, ke yo rele tou PCA, se yon pati enpòtan nan endistri swen sante a. Yo bay swen nan kay pou moun ki bezwen èd ak aktivite lavi chak jou, tankou benyen, abiye, ak preparasyon manje. PCA yo travay youn a youn ak kliyan, ede yo kenbe endepandans yo epi viv alèz ke posib. Gen anpil travay asistan swen pèsonèl ki disponib atravè peyi a, epi yo ka yon bon chwa karyè pou moun ki gen konpasyon, pasyan, ak devwe pou ede lòt moun. Pou vin yon asistan swen pèsonèl, kandida yo dwe pase nan yon pwosesis entèvyou apwofondi epi yo ka oblije pase yon tès dwòg. An konklizyon, asistan swen pèsonèl jwe yon wòl enpòtan nan endistri swen sante a, bay swen nan kay la pou moun ki bezwen èd ak aktivite lavi chak jou. Travay asistan swen pèsonèl yo disponib atravè peyi a epi yo ka yon bon chwa karyè pou moun ki gen konpasyon, pasyan, ak devwe pou ede lòt moun. Pou vin yon asistan swen pèsonèl, kandida yo dwe pase nan yon pwosesis entèvyou apwofondi, pase yon tès dwòg, epi soumèt yon rezime.

ABI Resources is a leading provider of home healthcare services in all Connecticut counties, including New Haven, Litchfield, Hartford, New London, Windham, Middlesex, Fairfield, and Tolland. We are proud to work with the Agency on Aging of South Central Connecticut, Wester Aktivman ak rekonesans bay sèvis swen sante nan kay nan TOUT konte Connecticut. Fairfield County Bethel Bridgeport Brookfield Danbury Darien Easton Fairfield Greenwich Monroe New Canaan New Fairfield Newtown Norwalk Redding Ridgefield Shelton Sherman Stamford Stratford Trumbull Weston Westport Wilton USEFUL INFORMATION Southwestern Connecticut Area Agency on Aging 1000 Lafayette Blvd. Bridgeport, CT 06604.

APPROVED COGNITIVE BEHAVIORAL THERAPSIT ( ABI WAIVER PROGRAM ) CBT CONNECTICUT BRAIN INJURY WAIVER PROGRAM Connecticut - working together with DSS, DMHAS, BIAC, Allied Community Resources, Access Agency, CCCI, Social Services, Brain Injury, Hospital, Doctors, Nurses, Cognitive Behavioral Therapist, Special Education, S Èske w ap chèche yon Founisè Pwogram Egzansyon ABI Apwouve? Terapis Konpòtman kognitif , Li pi bon pou w pale ak manadjè ka w la ak/oswa travayè sosyal, yo gen resous pou ede w epi yo pral ede w idantifye yon founisè ki apwouve. Men yon lis kèk nan Terapis Konpòtman Konpòtman kognitif Pwogram ABI Waiver apwouve. Lis sa a pa nan okenn lòd patikilye. Si w se yon CBT ki apwouve pa ABI Waiver Program e ou vle ajoute nan lis sa a, tanpri kontakte nou. ABI Resources pa ni asire entegrite ak/oswa fyab nenpòt founisè, ni rekòmande nenpòt moun ki nan lis sou sit entènèt sa a. Enfòmasyon sa a se pou referans piblik sèlman. Se responsablite w pou fè entèvyou ak analize founisè potansyèl yo epi pran desizyon edike. Tanpri sonje ke ka genyen anpil Founisè Konpòtman Konpòtman kognitif ki apwouve pa ABI Waiver Program ki pa ka jwenn sou sitwèb sa a. Gen kèk founisè ki ka pa aksepte nouvo kliyan nan moman sa a. Li pi bon pou w pale ak manadjè ka w la ak/oswa travayè sosyal, yo gen resous pou ede w epi yo pral ede w idantifye yon founisè ki apwouve. , , , Easter Seals Capital Region & Eastern CT Inc Henry Drapalski 100 Deerfield Road Windsor, CT 06095-4252 Nimewo Telefòn: 1-860-270-0600 Nimewo Faks: 1-860-270-0601 Telefòn Pòtab: 1-860-270-0600 Imèl: jcollon@escroc.org Sit entènèt: http://www.easterseals.com/hartford/ Fòm: Referans kliyan ak zafè ki gen rapò ak kliyan: Jennifer Collon Telefòn: 1-860-270-0600 x160 Imèl: jcollon@escroc.org Apre lè: 1-860-270-0600 Doktè James W Pier PhD , Doktè James W Pier PhD 700 West Johnson Avenue STE 310 Cheshire, CT 06410-1197 Nimewo Telefòn: 1-203-272-6007 Nimewo Faks: 1-203-272-8895 Telefòn Pòtab: 1-860-966-3225 Imèl: jameswpier@sbcglobal.net Sit entènèt: https://instituteofliving.org/find-a-doctor/physician-detail?id=003j000000GD3CDAA1 , Referans kliyan ak zafè ki gen rapò ak kliyan: Lynn Bolton oswa Susan Robitaille Telefòn: 1-203-272-6007 (apre lè tou) Imèl: Susan.neneuropsych@gmail.com Tracey M Sondik Tracey M Sondik 341 East Center Street Ste 237 Manchester, CT 06040-4445 Nimewo Telefòn: 1-860-966-4578 Nimewo Faks: 1-860-643-6625 Telefòn Pòtab: 1-860-966-4578 Imèl: tmsondik@aol.com Lopital pou Swen Espesyal Janice Haesche Depatman Sikoloji 2150 Corbin Avenue New Britain, CT 06053-2298 Nimewo Telefòn: 1-860-827-4751 Nimewo Faks: 1-860-832-6278 Imèl: balfano@hfsc.org Sitwèb: http://hfsc.org/about-us/medical-staff , , John Stanwood, PhD , Timothy Belliveau, PhD, ABPP - Neropsikològ klinik , Jennifer R. Cromer, PhD nan klinik neropsikològ Dennis Johnston, PhD - Direktè Sèvis nerosikolojik , Colette Seter Elliott, PhD - Sikològ Reyabilitasyon , Alaina Breitberg, PsyD - Sikològ Reyabilitasyon Peter Love Educational Consulting LLC Peter Love MPH PhD 167 East High Street East Hampton, CT 06424-2008 Nimewo Telefòn: 1-860-305-6375 Nimewo Faks: 1-860-267-0345 Imèl: lovepeter@sbcglobal.net Sit entènèt: http://www.peterloveeducationalconsulting.com , Limit responsabilite nou: ABI Resources pa ni asire entegrite ak fyabilite nenpòt founisè ni rekòmande nenpòt moun ki nan lis sou sit entènèt sa a. Enfòmasyon sa a se pou referans piblik sèlman. Se responsablite w pou fè entèvyou ak analize founisè potansyèl yo epi pran desizyon edike. Tanpri sonje ke ka genyen anpil Founisè Konpòtman Konpòtman kognitif ki apwouve pa ABI Waiver Program ki pa ka jwenn sou sitwèb sa a. Li pi bon pou w pale ak manadjè ka w la ak/oswa travayè sosyal ou pou ede w idantifye yon founisè. CONNECTICUT THERAPY BEHAVIORIST CBT COGNITIVE BEHAVIORAL MFP ABI WAIVER PROGRAM DISABILITY RIGHTS CI CONNECTICUT THERAPY BEHAVIORIST CBT COGNITIVE BEHAVIORAL MFP ABI WAIVER PROGRAM DISABILITY RIGHTS CIVIL RIGHTS FREEDOM OF CHOICE HOME SUPPORTED LIVING COMMUNITY CARE CCCI SWCAA WCAAA HTTPS:WWW.CTBRAININJURY.COM CONNECTICUT THERAPY BEHAVIORIST CBT COGNITIVE BEHAVIORAL MFP ABI WAIVER PROGRAM DISABILITY RIGHTS CI CONNECTICUT THERAPY BEHAVIORIST CBT COGNITIVE BEHAVIORAL MFP ABI WAIVER PROGRAM DISABILITY RIGHTS CIVIL RIGHTS FREEDOM OF CHOICE HOME SUPPORTED LIVING COMMUNITY CARE CCCI SWCAA WCAAA HTTPS:WWW.CTBRAININJURY.COM CONNECTICUT THERAPY BEHAVIORIST CBT COGNITIVE BEHAVIORAL MFP ABI WAIVER PROGRAM DISABILITY RIGHTS CI CONNECTICUT THERAPY BEHAVIORIST CBT COGNITIVE BEHAVIORAL MFP ABI WAIVER PROGRAM DISABILITY RIGHTS CIVIL RIGHTS FREEDOM OF CHOICE HOME SUPPORTED LIVING COMMUNITY CARE CCCI SWCAA WCAAA HTTPS:WWW.CTBRAININJURY.COM CONNECTICUT THERAPY BEHAVIORIST CBT COGNITIVE BEHAVIORAL MFP ABI WAIVER PROGRAM DISABILITY RIGHTS CI CONNECTICUT THERAPY BEHAVIORIST CBT COGNITIVE BEHAVIORAL MFP ABI WAIVER PROGRAM DISABILITY RIGHTS CIVIL RIGHTS FREEDOM OF CHOICE HOME SUPPORTED LIVING COMMUNITY CARE CCCI SWCAA WCAAA HTTPS:WWW.CTBRAININJURY.COM 1/9 Phone 1-855-626-6632 Connecticut CT Department of Social Services DSS MFP Money Follows the Person a Phone 1-855-626-6632 Connecticut CT Department of Social Services DSS MFP Money Follows the Person and ABI Waiver Program Fairfield Hartford Litchfield Middlesex New Haven New London Tolland Windham CT community care Home Health ABI Resources Phone 1-855-626-6632 Connecticut CT Department of Social Services DSS MFP Money Follows the Person a Phone 1-855-626-6632 Connecticut CT Department of Social Services DSS MFP Money Follows the Person and ABI Waiver Program Fairfield Hartford Litchfield Middlesex New Haven New London Tolland Windham CT community care Home Health ABI Resources Phone 1-855-626-6632 Connecticut CT Department of Social Services DSS MFP Money Follows the Person a Phone 1-855-626-6632 Connecticut CT Department of Social Services DSS MFP Money Follows the Person and ABI Waiver Program Fairfield Hartford Litchfield Middlesex New Haven New London Tolland Windham CT community care Home Health ABI Resources Phone 1-855-626-6632 Connecticut CT Department of Social Services DSS MFP Money Follows the Person a Phone 1-855-626-6632 Connecticut CT Department of Social Services DSS MFP Money Follows the Person and ABI Waiver Program Fairfield Hartford Litchfield Middlesex New Haven New London Tolland Windham CT community care Home Health ABI Resources 1/13

Discover how our responsive home health care services in Connecticut, USA, prioritize your well-being. Experience compassionate care at its best. Kisa mwen ta dwe fè si yon Chòk rive? , Moun ki gen yon chòk bezwen wè yon pwofesyonèl swen sante. Si w panse oumenm oswa yon moun ou konnen gen yon chòk, kontakte pwofesyonèl swen sante w. Pwofesyonèl swen sante ou a ka evalye chòk ou a epi detèmine si yo bezwen refere w bay yon newològ, nerosikològ, nerochirijyen, oswa espesyalis nan reyabilitasyon (tankou yon patolojis lapawòl) pou swen espesyalize. Jwenn èd tousuit apre aksidan an pa espesyalis ki resevwa fòmasyon ka amelyore rekiperasyon an. Gade Siy ak Sentòm , pou aprann sou siy ak sentòm komen ou ka fè eksperyans, epi pou aprann sou siy danje ak ki lè pou chèche swen medikal imedya. Kisa pou w atann lè w wè yon pwofesyonèl swen sante , Pandan ke pifò moun yo wè nan yon depatman ijans oswa biwo medikal, gen kèk moun ki dwe rete nan lopital la lannwit lan. Pwofesyonèl swen sante ou a ka fè yon eskanè nan sèvo ou (tankou yon eskanè CT) oswa lòt tès. Tès adisyonèl ka nesesè, tankou tès aprantisaj ou, konsantrasyon memwa, ak rezoud pwoblèm. Yo rele tès sa yo "neuropsikolojik" oswa "neurokognitif" epi yo ka ede pwofesyonèl swen sante w la idantifye efè yon chòk. Menm si Chòk la pa parèt nan tès sa yo, ou ka toujou gen yon Chòk. , Pwofesyonèl swen sante w la ap voye lakay ou ak enstriksyon enpòtan pou swiv. Asire w ou swiv tout enstriksyon pwofesyonèl swen sante w yo ak anpil atansyon. , Si w ap pran medikaman—preskripsyon, medikaman san preskripsyon, oswa “remèd natirèl”—oswa si w bwè alkòl oswa pran dwòg ilegal, di pwofesyonèl sante w. Epitou, di pwofesyonèl swen sante w si w ap pran san (medikaman antikoagulant), tankou Coumadin ak aspirin paske yo ka ogmante chans pou konplikasyon. Gade Getting Better , pou jwenn konsèy pou ede rekiperasyon w apre yon chòk. , ,

ABI RESOURCES | Exercise has been shown to have a number of benefits for people with brain injury, including: Improved physical function: such as balance, coordination, and mobility, which may be affected by brain injury. 23 Improved cognitive function: Improved mood and mental health: Improved quality of life: Improved cardiovascular health: HEALTHCARE | CT MFP ABI WAIVER Sante se Richès Egzèsis ak blesi nan sèvo Exercise has been shown to have a number of benefits for people with brain injury, including: Improved physical function: Exercise can help to improve physical function, such as balance, coordination, and mobility, which may be affected by brain injury. Improved cognitive function: Exercise has been shown to have a positive effect on cognitive functions, such as memory, attention, and problem-solving. Improved mood and mental health: Exercise can help to improve mood and reduce the risk of depression, anxiety, and other mental health issues in people with brain injury. Improved quality of life: Exercise can help to improve the overall quality of life by increasing energy levels, reducing fatigue, and improving self-esteem. Improved cardiovascular health: Exercise can help to improve cardiovascular health by increasing heart and lung function, which may be affected by brain injury. It is important to note that exercise should be tailored to the individual needs and abilities of the person with brain injury. It is recommended to consult with a healthcare professional or physical therapist to determine an appropriate exercise plan.

Looking for support for individuals with disabilities? ABI Resources offers MFP and ABI Supported Living Groups, providing personalized care and assistance to help clients lead fulfilling lives. Our experienced team provides a range of services to support individuals with acquired brain injuries, i Support groups: Make connections, and get help. You don't have to go alone if you're facing a significant illness or stressful life change. A support group can help. Find out how to choose the right one. Support groups bring together people who are going through or have gone through similar experiences. For example, this common ground might be cancer, chronic medical conditions, addiction, bereavement, or caregiving. A support group allows people to share personal experiences, feelings, coping Support groups: Make connections, and get help. You don't have to go alone if you're facing a significant illness or stressful life change. A support group can help. Find out how to choose the right one. Support groups bring together people who are going through or have gone through similar experiences. For example, this common ground might be cancer, chronic medical conditions, addiction, bereavement, or caregiving. A support group allows people to share personal experiences, feelings, coping Support groups: Make connections, and get help. You don't have to go alone if you're facing a significant illness or stressful life change. A support group can help. Find out how to choose the right one. Support groups bring together people who are going through or have gone through similar experiences. For example, this common ground might be cancer, chronic medical conditions, addiction, bereavement, or caregiving. A support group allows people to share personal experiences, feelings, coping 1/2 Support groups: Make connections, and get help. You don't have to go alone if you're facing a significant illness or stressful life change. A support group can help. Find out how to choose the right one. Support groups bring together people who are going through or have gone through similar experiences. For example, this common ground might be cancer, chronic medical conditions, addiction, bereavement, or caregiving. A support group allows people to share personal experiences, feelings, coping strategies, or firsthand information about diseases or treatments. For many people, a health-related support group may fill a gap between medical treatment and the need for emotional support. A person's relationship with a doctor or other medical personnel may not provide adequate emotional support, and a person's family and friends may not understand the impact of a disease or treatment. A support group among people with shared experiences may function as a bridge between medical and emotional needs. Structure of support groups A nonprofit advocacy organization, clinic, hospital, or community organization may offer support groups. They also may be independent of any organization and run entirely by group members. Formats of support groups vary, including face-to-face meetings, teleconferences, or online communities. A lay person — someone who shares or has shared the group's common experience — often leads a support group, but a group also may be led by a professional facilitator, such as a nurse, social worker, or psychologist. Some support groups may offer educational opportunities, such as a guest doctor, psychologist, nurse, or social worker, to discuss a topic related to the group's needs. Support groups are not the same as group therapy sessions. Group therapy is a specific type of mental health treatment that brings together several people with similar conditions under the guidance of a licensed mental health care provider. Benefits of support groups The shared experience among support group members often means they have similar feelings, worries, everyday problems, treatment decisions, or side effects. Participating in a group allows you to be with people who likely have a common purpose and the potential to understand one another. The benefits of participating in a support group may include the following: Feeling less lonely, isolated, or judged. Reducing distress, depression, anxiety, or fatigue Talking openly and honestly about your feelings Improving skills to cope with challenges Staying motivated to manage chronic conditions or stick to treatment plans Gaining a sense of empowerment, control, or hope Improving understanding of a disease and your own experience with it Getting practical feedback about treatment options Learning about health, economic or social resources Possible risks Support groups may have drawbacks, and influential groups generally depend on the facilitator to help avoid these problems. These problems may include the following: Disruptive group members Conversation dominated by griping Lack of confidentiality Emotional entanglement, group tension, or interpersonal conflicts Inappropriate or unsound medical advice Competitive comparisons of whose condition or experience are worse Pros and cons of online support groups Online support groups offer benefits and risks that are particular to that format. It's essential to consider these factors before joining an online group. Benefits of online groups include: More frequent or flexible participation Opportunities for people who may not have local face-to-face support groups A degree of privacy or anonymity Risks of online support groups include the following: Communication only by written text can lead to confusion or understanding and clarity among group members. Anonymity may lead to inappropriate or disrespectful comments or behaviors. Participation online may result in isolation from other friends or family. Online communities may be particularly susceptible to misinformation or information overload. People may use the online environment to prey on people, promote a product or commit fraud. How to find a support group Information about support groups may be available from the following: Your doctor, clinic, or hospital Nonprofit organizations that advocate for particular medical conditions or life changes National Institutes of Health websites for specific diseases and conditions Questions to ask before joining a support group Support groups vary in how they are organized and led. Before joining a support group, ask the following questions: Is the group designed for people with a specific medical condition or a particular stage of disease? Does the group meet for a set period of time, or does it continue indefinitely? Where does the group meet? At what times and how often does the group meet? Is there a facilitator or moderator? Has the facilitator undergone training? Is a mental health expert involved with the group? What are the guidelines for confidentiality? Are there established ground rules for group participation? What is a typical meeting like? Is it free, and if not, what are the fees? Red flags that might indicate a problematic support group include the following: Promises of a sure cure for your disease or condition High fees to attend the group Pressure to purchase products or services Getting the most out of a support group When you join a new support group, you may be nervous about sharing personal issues with people you don't know. You may benefit from simply listening. Over time, however, contributing your ideas and experiences may help you get more out of a support group. Try a support group for a few weeks. If it doesn't feel like a good fit for you, consider a different support group or a different support group format. Remember that a support group isn't a substitute for regular medical care. Let your doctor know that you're participating in a support group. If you don't think a support group is appropriate for you but need help coping with your condition or situation, talk to your doctor about counseling or other types of therapy.

MFP ONLINE APPLICATION - CT MFP - CONNECTICUT MONEY FOLLOWS THE PERSON PROGRAM - MOVING FROM HOSPITAL TO HOME Ki sa ki Pwogram MFP ak kisa li fè? Pwogram MFP la ede yon moun ak finansman ak òganizasyon pou l deplase soti nan yon etablisman medikal. Li ede ak etabli lojman, nesesite, ekipman medikal ak tanporè nan moun kap bay swen lakay yo. MFP se yon sibvansyon demonstrasyon federal, Depatman Sèvis Sosyal CT resevwa nan men Sant pou Sèvis Medicare ak Medicaid. Yo te bay li pou ede re-ekilibre sistèm swen alontèm pou moun yo gen maksimòm endepandans ak libète pou yo chwazi konsènan kote yo abite epi resevwa swen ak sèvis yo. Pwogram nan bati sou pwogram aktyèl yo nan ofri sèvis kominotè amelyore ak sipò bay moun ki abite nan sant retrèt pou omwen twa mwa. Dapre MFP, CT pral resevwa, pou moun ki fè tranzisyon tounen nan kominote a, yon korespondans Medicaid amelyore de nèf milyon dola sou senk ane, yo pral ranbouse pou 75 pousan nan depans pou premye ane tounen nan kominote a olye de 50 pousan abityèl la. Sipò federal sa a se yon ankourajman finansye pou Conn. pou redwi itilizasyon swen enstitisyonèl ki pi chè pou benefisyè Medicaid yo. Apwòch la pi efikas pou kontribiyab yo epi yo espere amelyore kalite lavi pou granmoun aje ak moun ki gen andikap fizik ak devlopman ak maladi mantal. Moun ki fè tranzisyon tounen nan kominote a gen chwa kote yo vle viv, kit se pwòp kay moun nan, kay yon manm fanmi, yon apatman oswa yon gwoup k ap viv. , Objektif MFP la , Ogmante dola ki depanse nan sèvis lakay ak nan kominote a. Ogmante pousantaj moun k ap resevwa sèvis alontèm yo nan kominote a parapò ak moun ki nan enstitisyon yo. Diminye kantite egzeyat lopital nan sant retrèt pou moun ki bezwen swen apre egzeyat. Ogmante pwobabilite pou moun retounen nan kominote a nan twa premye mwa yo apre admisyon nan yon enstitisyon Tranzisyon moun soti nan enstitisyon yo epi tounen nan kominote a Yo kreye plan swen endividyèl dapre bezwen yo. Kowòdonatè tranzisyon CCCI yo pral bay asistans youn a youn ak sipò kominotè, navigasyon sistèm, aksè resous ak aranjman pou viv. ABI Waiver Program MFP Lajan Swiv Pwogram Moun School Support Services ( I.L.S.T. ) Life Skills Training Konpayon / Swen Zòn Sèvis nan tout Eta a Social Security Administration Social Security Office in Willimantic Ste 19, 1320 Main St 06226, Wil Social Security Administration Social Security Office in Willimantic Ste 19, 1320 Main St 06226, Willimantic, Connecticut 1-877-405-0488, 1-800-772-1213, 1-800-325-0778 Social Security Administration Social Security Office in Waterbury Suite 1, 51 North Elm St 06702, Social Security Administration Social Security Office in Waterbury Suite 1, 51 North Elm St 06702, Waterbury, Connecticut 1-877-405-4874, 1-800-772-1213, 1-800-325-0778 Phone 1-855-626-6632 Connecticut CT Department of Social Services DSS MFP Money Follows the Person a Phone 1-855-626-6632 Connecticut CT Department of Social Services DSS MFP Money Follows the Person and ABI Waiver Program Fairfield Hartford Litchfield Middlesex New Haven New London Tolland Windham CT community care Home Health ABI Resources Social Security Administration Social Security Office in Willimantic Ste 19, 1320 Main St 06226, Wil Social Security Administration Social Security Office in Willimantic Ste 19, 1320 Main St 06226, Willimantic, Connecticut 1-877-405-0488, 1-800-772-1213, 1-800-325-0778 1/29

Medicaid kickbacks refer to the illegal practice of offering or providing incentives to care managers or other healthcare providers. This is a violation of the Anti-Kickback Statute and is illegal. These practices can lead to increased healthcare costs and potential harm to patients, as the referrals may be based on something other than the patient's best interests. It is important for healthcare providers and care managers to be vigilant in identifying and preventing these types of kickbacks Rekolt Medicaid yo refere a pratik ilegal pou ofri oswa bay ankourajman bay administratè swen oswa lòt founisè swen sante an echanj pou refere pasyan Medicaid yo nan pwogram oswa sèvis espesifik. Sa a se yon vyolasyon Lwa Anti-Kickback epi li ilegal. Pratik sa yo ka mennen nan ogmante depans swen sante ak potansyèl mal nan pasyan yo, kòm referans yo ka baze sou yon lòt bagay pase pi bon enterè pasyan an. Li esansyèl pou founisè swen sante yo ak manadjè swen sante yo dwe vijilan nan idantifye ak prevni kalite komisyonè sa yo pou pwoteje byennèt moun yo ak pwogram Medicaid yo. , Li posib ke kèk founisè ka refere konsomatè Medicaid bay founisè oswa pwogram espesifik ki pral fè travay yo pi fasil oswa fè yo ekonomize tan olye ke sa ki nan pi bon enterè konsomatè a. Sa a ta ka konsidere kòm yon fòm kickback, kòm founisè a ka resevwa kèk benefis oswa ankourajman pou fè referans sa yo. Li enpòtan pou sonje jan de rekòmandasyon sa a ta oswa yo ka konsidere kòm yon vyolasyon Lwa Anti-Kickback epi li ilegal. Founisè yo ta dwe toujou bay priyorite byennèt moun y ap sèvi a epi fè referans ki baze sou bezwen yo olye de konvenyans yo. Ou gen dwa pou chwazi founisè Medicaid ou yo. , Pou depoze yon plent oswa rapòte yon enkyetid, rele 1-800-447-8477 Depatman Sante ak Sèvis Imen Etazini Biwo Enspektè Jeneral