15-17 TCSCK Checklist

LEGAL & FINANCIAL

□  Connect with local Developmental Disability Office for funding support and Targeted Case Management services. Applying for the waiver is important for funding.

• Butler County CDDO https://www.cddobutlercounty.org/  ph:316-322-8777

• Cowley County CDDO  https://www.cowleycountyks.gov/189/Community-Developmental-Disability-Organ   ph: 620-221-5404

• Harvey Marion County CDDO https://harveymarioncddo.com/  ph: 316-283-7997

• Reno County CDDO  https://dpok.com/reno-county-cddo/   ph: 620-663-2219

• Sedgwick County Developmental Disability Organization, SCDDO; https://www.sedgwickcounty.org/developmental-disabilities/i-need-services/,  ph: 316-660-7630.  

• Sumner County CDDO  Futures Unlimited -   https://futures-unlimited.org/   ph: 620-326-8906

LEGAL & FINANCIAL

□  Connect with local Developmental Disability Office for funding support and Targeted Case Management services.

□  Explore Guardianship / Supported Decision Making options prior to turning age 18.

□  Check if your child qualifies for Medicaid https://cssp.kees.ks.gov/apspssp/ or SSI https://www.ssa.gov/  ph (800) 772-1213

□  Apply for determined needs of medical and financial support – Medicaid, SSI, and state financial Supplemental programs.  Even if receiving Soc Sec benefits as a minor, must apply for adult benefits – not automatic.

□  Connect with Comcare for comprehensive services for children with mental health issues https://www.sedgwickcounty.org/comcare/ ph:(316) 660-7500

□  Connect with the Independent Learning Resource center ILRC for equipment and other supports:  https://ilrcks.org/ ph: 316-942-6300

□  Establish a Special Needs Trust or ABLE savings account  https://savewithable.com/ks/home.html

SPECIAL EDUCATION

□  Connect with Families together for education regarding special education and child supports. https://familiestogetherinc.org/

□  Invite adult service providers, peers, and other support to the IEP transition meeting

□  Continue to train on independent living skills, budgeting, shopping, cooking, housekeeping, transportation, and communication.

□  Learn and practice appropriate interpersonal, communication, and social skills for different community, living situations, and job settings.

□  Ensure you have a copy of your student’s Summary of Performance (prior to graduation) and the school has provided confirmation of the Senior Survey (in completion of post-secondary outcomes)

EMPLOYMENT

□  Connect with Pre-ETS / Vocational Rehabilitation for assistance with employment goals. https://www.dcf.ks.gov/services/RS/Pages/Employment-Services.aspx

□  Match career interests and skills with vocational course work, community work, volunteer and employment experiences.

□  Identify personal contacts that would beneficial for personal and employment supports

ADVOCACY

□  Aid your child to be able to explain their disability and their needed accommodations. Encourage your child to make choices and to positively share what they want to help develop self advocacy skills.

□  Connect with other parent/guardians and advocates through the Advocates in Communities Team (ACT) to learn how to share your story to make positive changes for your family and others.

□  Update any and all service and support providers of changes in address, phone and other contact information.