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Community Living Division Developed by the Independent Living Department

Programs & Services Community Based Services Statewide Head Injury Program Waiver Services (Acquired Brain Injury & Money Follows the Person) Independent Living Programs Independent Living Centers Supported Living Programs Transition to Adulthood Youth Leadership Network Assistive Technology ILAT MassMATCH (Assistive Technology Regional Centers, AT Loan Program, Requipment, GetATStuff) Vehicle Modifications/Home Modifications Home Care Assistance Program

Transition to Adulthood (TAP) What is TAP? Through Independent Living Centers, the TAP provides: skills training peer mentoring advocacy (individual & systems) to support students to develop the skills to live independently in the community of their choice. The year-around program builds self-confidence & resources to prepare students for life after high school. Ages 14-22

Young Adult Supported Living (T22) What is Supported Living? Services include: The Supported Living Program provides ongoing services for young adults graduating from high finding accessible housing managing: school or turning 22 years of age to live independently in the community. PCA program medication health finances The program is built on the independent living philosophy which empowers consumers to make their own decisions about their lives, based on informed choice. household transportation requesting adaptive equipment accessing educational, vocational, social & recreational opportunities self-advocacy

Youth Leadership Network (YLN) State-wide monthly meetings facilitated by Easter Seals to promote self-advocacy, self-awareness and life/employment skills for young adults ages 14-26. Hands-on groups/activities/discussions about communication, teamwork, community service, disability rights, career interests and employment skills. Meetings are held in Boston (BCIL), Springfield (Stavros), Worcester(CLW) & East Bridgewater (IA).

Assistive Technology MassMATCH Assistive Technology IL MA’s initiative to enhance the independence of people living with disabilities. Provides low and high tech solutions to increase independence in life through low and high tech solutions. Provides devices, training, and other supports. www.MassMATCH.org Device demonstrations Short-term/long-term device loans Financial eligibility requirements. AT Loan Program www.massATLoan.org Device exchange http://getATStuff.com Reutilization program: REQuipment www.dmerequipment.org

Resources MRC | www.mass.gov/orgs/massachusetts-rehabilitation-commission MassMATCH | www.massmatch.org Assistive Technology Regional Centers | www.massmatch.org/inventory Assistive Technology Loan Program | www.massatloan.org REQuipment | www.dmerequipment.org Assistive Technology Exchange | www.getATstuff.com Independent Living Centers | www.masilc.org TAP Programs | www.ma-tap.net

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