Ability Connection Texas

Intermediate care facilities (icf) residential services :the intermediate care facility (icf) group home program at ability connection currently has 3 homes in the dfw metroplex. Each home provides family-style living for up to six adults with intellectual/developmental disabilities. Our homes allow individuals to live with as much autonomy and independence as possible, while providing 24-hour care for their health and safety.clients served: 16 adults / 147,744 hours of service

Community living and support services (class):the community living assistance and support services (class) program at ability connection is a medicaid waiver program that provides case management services for individuals of all ages and disabilities to live as independently as possible at home and in the community.clients served: 694 clients / 185,952 hours of service

Training center and day habilitation:ability connection's adult training center and day habilitation program enhances the lives of people with intellectual and physical disabilities through comprehensive, life-changing care, training and supports. We learn the goals of each of our adult members, facilitate the supports and services needed to support their goals, measure the success of our program and evaluate the overall satisfaction of our members. Throughout our services, we are purposeful about infusing member personal choice and goals through a full schedule of training, education, community activities, recreation, music, art, and exercise.clients served: 65 clients / 77,162 hours of service

Youth services:ability connection has three programs, serving children with disabilities who reside in dallas county. Camp connections is a summer program geared towards helping children, 10-17, to maintain the skills gained during the school year. The program is a mix of recreational and academic activities. Families get to choose up to three goals on which the staff will focus during the summer.ability connection offers caregiver relief in the form of respite care. Respite is available at the main campus on alternating friday evenings and saturday days. In-home respite is also available for families who want to choose their own respite provider to be in their home. Families are reimbursed for the cost of respite up to a set amount each quarter.ability connection offers afterschool enrichment programs in school districts within dallas county. The programs take place on school campuses and focus on social skills, prevocational skills and personal growth.