Community Inclusion or “CI”: services are individualized services provided in typical integrated community settings. Services will promote individualized skill development, independent living and community integration for persons to learn how to actively and independently engage in their local community. Activities will provide opportunities to develop relationships and to learn, practice and apply skills that result in greater independence and community inclusion. These services may be authorized for individuals age 62 and older. These services may be authorized instead of employment support (Individual Employment or Group Supported Employment) for working age individuals who have received nine months of employment support.
Community Inclusion or “CI”: means individualized services provided in integrated community settings with other individuals without disabilities. The activities are based on Client interests and provide opportunities typically experienced by the general public of similar age in their local community, accessible by public transit or a reasonable commute from their home. The goal of the service is to support clients to participate, contribute, and develop relationships with community members who are not paid staff. These services may be authorized for individuals age 62 and older. These services may be authorized in addition to or instead of employment support (Individual Employment or Group Supported Employment) for working age individuals who have received nine months of employment support.
Community Inclusion. Community Inclusion is an individualized service that provides individuals with opportunities to engage in community based activities that support socialization, education, recreation and personal development for the purpose of: building and strengthening relationships with others in the local community who are not paid to be with the person and learning, practicing and applying skills that promote greater independence and inclusion in their community. Community Inclusion is available to individuals 62 years and older. It is also available to individuals who have participated in nine months of Employment services and choose Community Inclusion services instead of continuing in Employment services. An Exception to Rule is available to individuals under the age of 62 who do not wish to participate in nine months of Employment services. A combination of services and supports may be needed to assist people to:
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Individuals or agencies contracted with a county or DDA may not subcontract for Employment or Community Inclusion services.
More Definitions of Community Inclusion
Community Inclusion means circumstances in which individuals with intellectual disabilities and developmental disabilities are welcomed, supported, and included in all aspects of society.
Community Inclusion means supports that promote an individual’s full participation in his or her community, but does not include services that are otherwise available under the state Medicaid plan, or experimental or prohibited