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Resource Guide

K.I.D.S. maintains the Resource Guide as a service to families as a reference tool. Every effort is made to ensure listings are up-to-date. K.I.D.S. does not endorse or claim to have personal knowledge of the abilities of those listed. The resources listed on this page are not intended as a recommendation, referral, or endorsement of any resource or as a tool for verifying the credentials, qualifications, or abilities of any organization, product or professional. Users are urged to use independent judgment and request references when considering any resource.

ADULT FOSTER CARE of the NORTH SHORE
is a MassHealth program that places adults with disabilities in private homes where the home caregiver receives payment. A family member (other than spouse) may be a home care provider. Our clients have a wide range of disabilities from very mild to severe, and ADULT FOSTER CARE works with caregivers to find the right client for the home. The client must have a daily personal care need. Adult Foster Care is part of a growing, exciting statewide program in Massachusetts. The focus is to keep adults with disabilities in the community instead of an institution. Our team of professionals works with clients and caregivers to ensure a stable, healthy placement. We are available and welcome inquiries.
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Mass.State Resources

Federal Resources

The Career Center of Lowell
is part of the Massachusetts One-Stop Career Center system. The Career Center operates under the direction of the City of Lowell and is chartered by the Greater Lowell Workforce Investment Board. Through this model, local employment and training services have been consolidated to build a strong workforce development system.
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Department of Mental Health
The Department of Mental Health, as the State Mental Health Authority, assures and provides access to services and supports to meet the mental health needs of individuals of all ages, enabling them to live, work and participate in their communities. The Department establishes standards to ensure effective and culturally competent care to promote recovery. The Department sets policy, promotes self-determination, protects human rights and supports mental health training and research. This critical mission is accomplished by working in partnership with other state agencies, individuals, families, providers and communities.
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Department of Developmental Services The Department is dedicated to creating, in partnership with others, innovative and genuine opportunities for individuals with intellectual disabilities to participate fully and meaningfully in, and contribute to, their communities as valued members.
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Massachusetts Rehabilitation Commission
The Massachusetts Rehabilitation Commission (MRC) promotes equality, empowerment and independence of individuals with disabilities. These goals are achieved through enhancing and encouraging personal choice and the right to succeed or fail in the pursuit of independence and employment in the community. The MRC provides comprehensive services to people with disabilities that maximize their quality of life and economic self-sufficiency in the community.
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General Resources

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