Family Support Services

Individuals ages three and above, who are eligible for DCBDD services but are not enrolled in an Ohio Medicaid waiver program, have access to the Family Support Services program. 

The Family Support Services program can provide funding for these specific supports:

• Incontinence supplies (diapers and incontinence pads) for individuals over the age of three (3) who are not eligible for Medicaid
  • A physician’s prescription certifying that the individual is incontinent is required
• Specialized liquid nutrition to meet daily caloric and nutritional requirements for individuals over the age of three (3) who are not eligible for Medicaid
  • A physician’s prescription certifying the specialized liquid nutrition’s necessity is required
• Physical, occupational, and/or speech/language therapies for children ages three (3) through the age of five (5)
  • A physician’s prescription certifying that the individual has an unmet need for therapy is required
• Specialized equipment
  • Specialized equipment is available upon the written recommendation of any of the following people: Physician, Occupational Therapist, Physical Therapist, or Speech and Language Pathologist
• Specialized camps and classes
  • Camps and classes must be specialized for individuals with developmental disabilities
• Home modifications
  • Includes home modifications such as ramps, grab bars, bathroom alterations, etc. and requires the recommendation and evaluation of a Physician, Physical, or Occupational Therapist
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