The Program

Wrap-Around Services assist families and their children who have developmental disabilities to acquire additional needed services from the local schools. All of those involved or interested in the student's education (parents. teachers, administrators, etc.) come together to discuss the student's needs and adopt a plan of action.

If this group, also known as the interdisciplinary team, believes the local school district does not have the resources or services the student needs, they address the subject. The interdisciplinary team will make their recommendations and the school can file an alternative services application with the Department of Education.


Alternative Living Arrangements


One type of recommendation may be that the child live in a residential situation outside of the home.  If this is the case, In-Pact will help establish a suitable living arrangement in the parent's and child's home community.  The student can continue to attend the local school while living in a structured, stable residential learning environment.  This arrangement also allows the family to stay in touch which makes home visits, social interactions and overall communications easier.

Remaining At Home

It may also be the recommendation of the interdisciplinary team that the child stay in the family's home.  If this is necessary for the educational well-being of the child, In-Pact will provide trained staff to work with the family.  The cost for staffing is paid for with Indiana State Department of Education funds and does not come from the local school district funds.

In-Pact is ready to help you if you believe you and your child would benefit from Wrap-Around Services.  We can meet with you in your home or we can send a representative to your local school to meet the teachers and administrative staff.  Our goal is to help your child achieve educational success by providing a full continuum of services through collaborative planning.

 
 


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