Hamilton County Developmental Disabilities Services – Family Support Service Program – OHIO

Address: 1520 Madison Road
Cincinnati, OH 45206 Phone: (513) 794-3300 Fax: (513) 5596600 Website: http://www.hamiltondds.org/services/all-ages/family-support-services-program

The Family Support Services Program (FSSP) assists families who are caring for a family member with disabilities. It promotes family unity by enabling people with disabilities to remain at home rather than moving into group homes or institutions.

To receive Family Support Services, the individual must be eligible for services from Hamilton County DD Services and meet income guidelines. Currently, each family can receive up to $500 a year for the items listed below, and $250 more is available for each additional family member with a disability.
 

To get connected with Family Support Services contact your service facilitator or call Intake at 794-3300. Once enrolled, a family member is encouraged to attend an orientation to learn more about the program, what is covered, and how to obtain needed services or items.

Covered services:

Respite care

Adaptive equipment

Counseling/training

Home modifications

Family Support Services is provided via the Southwest Ohio Council of Governments (SWOCOG). Sandy Schutte is the FSSP Coordinator and can be reached at 559-6800.