ECI/Child Find Programs

Information regarding early intervention or evaluations through the school districts. 

Local Providers

Information on local providers. 

Respite Care/Local Resources

Searching for respite care? Visit this page. 

Confused About Where To Sign Up For Waivers or Services? 

Navigating through all the different websites and organizations to gather information regarding waivers and services can be very discouraging and confusing. A visit to BVCIL can help you get started on the right path. "The BVCIL provides five core independent living services (a) information and referral, (b) IL skills training, (c) peer support, including cross-disability peer support; (d) individual and systems advocacy, and (e) transitional services."  For more information, visit http://bvcil.org/ 
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• Phone: 979.776.5505
• Toll Free: 855.314.7575
• Video Phone: 979.314.7055

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Home and Community Based Waivers

 Home and Community-Based Waivers enable families to obtain long-term services in their home and community that would otherwise be provided in an institution. As part of the Social Security Act, each state has access to Medicaid funds to support these services for individuals with disabilities, including autism. The intent of this program is to help individuals that might otherwise be institutionalized lead more independent lives. Waivers allow states to cover an array of home and community-based services, such as respite care, modifications to the home environment and family training, which are not otherwise covered."- Autism Speaks website

Note: Waiting lists may be 7-10 years (or longer) so put your child on both lists immediately, even if you do not think you will need services later. You can always remove yourself from the list later or turn down services, but you cannot make up the extra years you put off signing up for services. Click here to see a breakdown of each program and what they may cover. 

Beginning Sept. 1, 2016 programs and services under under DARS have been transferred to two different agencies Texas Workforce Commission and Texas Health and Human Services Commission. Your child may qualify for other programs besides CLASS and HCS. For a list of other programs available click here. ​

 CLASS (TX Community Living Assistance and Support Services) Program More information

  To Sign-up call Texas Health and Human Services,  1(877) 438-5658

  HCS (Home and Community Based Services) Program  More information 
 
  To Sign-up call MHMR Authority of Brazos Valley·  (979) 821-9433 or  (979) 821-9432


*****IF YOU EVER MOVE, YOU NEED TO CONTACT THE ABOVE AGENCIES AND UPDATE YOUR INFORMATION OR YOU MAY ACCIDENTALLY BE REMOVED FROM THE WAITING LISTS.****

Social Security 

Some children with disabilities may qualify for SSI (supplemental security income.) This benefit is based on their level of disability and financial need. To see if your child qualifies & apply for visit the Social Security Administration's website. They have many informative publications on their website available in multiple languages and in audio format.  Here are some of their current publications to explain benefits:

Benefits for Children with Disabilities
Beneficios para Niños 

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