Hello, sparkie-ga,
I am very sympathetic toward your situation with your stepson.
Having lived with a schizophrenic brother for many years, and watching
my parents go through the steps to find the right treatment situation
for him, I can more than understand your desire to find a safe and
nurturing environment that will allow your stepson to receive the
proper medication for his illness under adequate supervision.
The residential treatment centers that will serve your stepson
properly will be “dual-diagnosis” facilities that have the ability to
treat both mental illness and mental retardation. Although your
stepson’s mental retardation is “mild,” as you say, it sounds as
though he is exhibiting some very classic symptoms associated with
mental illness. It is very important to find a facility that will
address both conditions. You will notice the dual-diagnosis listed in
the facility descriptions
as “Dual Diagnosis (MR/MI).”
It is also important that the facilities you consider serve the
needs of those with various levels of retardation, including mild
cases. Your stepson would probably not feel very comfortable in a
facility that works only with the severely retarded. Also, make sure
to check the age range of patients within the facility.
First, for an excellent article describing the coexistence of both
mental illness and mental retardation, read “Mental Illness in
Person’s with Mental Retardation,” By Steven Reiss, Ph.D., Director,
Nisonger Center UAP, Ohio State University. (Revised 1993) at
http://www.thearc.org/faqs/mimrqa.html
This article will give you a bit more confidence about how often
these two conditions coexist, and allow you to know that your are not
alone in dealing with your stepson’s problems. One fact I found
especially interesting: “Higher rates (of mental illness) are
associated with mild versus severe mental retardation.”
“Presently, a number of treatment sites and community-based programs
exist in some places, but are not universally available throughout the
United States. Finding appropriate services may require persistence.
For information on dual diagnosis services, parents may wish to
contact their local chapter of The Arc, a nearby University Affiliated
Program in Mental Retardation and Developmental Disabilities, or the
state Department of Mental Retardation and Developmental
Disabilities.”
Also read “Forgotten, the Other Dually-Diagnosed,” by Joseph Fodero,
Ed. D. at http://intotem.buffnet.net/mhw/30jf.html
“The mental health sector must be willing to recognize, understand,
and include in its advocacy agenda the common comorbidity of mental
retardation and mental illness. With the prevalence rates showing from
20 to 35 percent of persons with mental retardation have a mental
illness compared to 16 to 20 percent among the general population
(Stark 1989), this long neglected issue needs to be seriously
addressed.”
The ARC headquarters located in Texas is a first source for facility
recommendation. The ARC of Texas website is located at
http://www.thearcoftexas.org/ .
At the very least, I would imagine they would be one of the prime
resources to offer some excellent referrals for residential living
situations for your stepson, and would know which living situations
are within your financial means as well as highly regarded. Contact
numbers for ARC in Texas can be found at http://www.thearcoftexas.org/
Residential Living Services in Texas for Dual Diagnosis
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1.) A listing of some Texas facilities for Residential Treatment that
treat individuals with “dual diagnosis” can be found at
http://www.medicalonline.com/disabled/residential/tx/.
All facilities listed are ANCOR members or affiliates. ANCOR stand
for “American Network of Community Options and Resources:” Providers
offering Support to People with Disabilities. You can read more about
ANCOR on their website at http://www.ancor.org/dev/what.htm .
2.)The ANCOR website also has separate listings for facilities in
Texas at
http://www.ancor.org/dev/get_search.cfm .
Many of the facilities are duplicated on the two lists. Below, I have
highlighted a few that might fit your stepson’s needs.
AMERICAN HABILITATION SERVICES, INC.
Brian Cressey, Interim CEO
15915 Katy Freeway, Suite 340, Houston, TX 77094
Phone: 281-398-7900 Fax: 281-398-7999
Number of People Receiving Services: 2400 Gender: M & F Age: All
Level of Mental Retardation and Other Special Conditions of People
Served: Mild, Moderate, Severe, Profound; Autism; Cerebral Palsy;
Seizures; Communication Disorders; Dual Diagnosis (MR/MI); Physical
Disabilities; Mental Illness (Primary); Traumatic Brain Injury Types
of Services Provided: Independent Living; Supported Living;
Semi-Independent Living; Apartment Living; Community Group Living;
Foster/Host Homes; Facility-based; Respite; Personal Assistance;
Assessment; Case Management; Medical Services; Vocational Training;
Supported Employment; Work Center Number of Sites: 100
Accreditation, Licensing and/or Certification: ICF/MR; State
Geographical Limitations: None
*ANCOR MEMBER*
You can read more about American Habilitation Services on their
national website at http://www.ahslive.com/
“With over two decades of experience providing support to
individuals with disabilities, AHS can offer a total array of support
from 24-hour residential assistance to individually designed support
arrangements. The needs and choices of the individual are our
priority. By working with the individual and their family, we
formulate programs and supports designed to enhance and ensure dignity
and personal growth.”
COMMUNITY ACCESS, INC.
Laura Redman, President
1611 East 5th Street, Tyler, TX, 75701
Phone: 903-595-5644 Fax: 903-526-0881 E-mail:
lauraedman@hotmail.com
Number of People Receiving Services: 115 Gender: M & F Age: 10-72
Level of Mental Retardation and Other Special Conditions of People
Served: Moderate, Severe; Cerebral Palsy; Epilepsy; Seizures;
Communication Disorders; Dual Diagnosis (MR/MI); Physical
Disabilities; Vision Impairments; Hearing Impairments Types of
Services Provided: Independent Living; Community Group Living;
Foster/Host Homes; Assisted Living; Respite; Family Support; Day
Habilitation; Employment Training; Supported Employment; Work Center;
Assessment; Case Management Number of Sites: 3 Accreditation,
Licensing and/or Certification: ICF/MR; Texas Dept. of MHMR; HCS
waiver program; Dept. of Human Services Geographical Limitations:
Texas Admissions Contact: Tonya Moses
*ANCOR MEMBER*
COMMUNITY LIVING CONCEPTS, INC.
Jan Hannah, Executive Director
110 E. Walnut, Keene, TX 76059
Phone: 817-558-9559 Fax: 817-558-9560 E-mail;
janhannah@hotmail.com
Number of People Receiving Services: 63 Gender: M & F Age: 18-55
Level of Mental Retardation and Other Special Conditions of People
Served: Mild, Moderate, Severe; Autism; Cerebral Palsy; Seizures;
Epilepsy; Dual Diagnosis (MR/MI) Types of Services Provided:
Semi-Independent Living; Supported Employment; Work Center; Community
Group Living Number of Sites: 9 Accreditation, Licensing and/or
Certification: ICF/MR; state Geographical Limitations: Texas
Admissions Contact: Jan Hannah
*ANCOR MEMBER*
GOLIAD HOUSE
Maunsell Wilkinson, Director
P.O. Box 3508, 800 Goliad Street, Beaumont, TX 77704
Phone: 409-838-4285 Fax: 409-838-4880
Number of People Receiving Services: 31 Gender: M & F Level of
Mental Retardation and Other Special Conditions of People Served:
Mild, Moderate; Autism; Cerebral Palsy; Seizures; Communication
Disorders; Dual Diagnosis (MR/MI); Physical Disabilities; Mental
Illness (Primary); Traumatic Brain Injury Types of Services Provided:
Community Group Living; Family Care; Independent Living; SE Work
Center; Vocational Training; Assessment; Medical Services Number of
Sites: 3 Geographical Limitations: None Admissions Contact: Ann
McFarland
*ANCOR MEMBER*
(Note this facility does not mention age)
MARTIN LUTHER HOMES OF TEXAS
Philip Haas, State Director
P.O. box 4750, 302 Post Office Street, Bryan, TX 77805
Phone: 409-823-7622 Fax: 409-775-3013 E-mail: mlhtxagn@myriad.net
Number of People Receiving Services: 152 Gender: M & F Age: 10-70
Level of Mental Retardation and Other Special Conditions of People
Served: Mild, Moderate, Severe, Profound; Cerebral Palsy; Seizures;
Communication Disorders; Dual Diagnosis (MR/MI) Types of Services
Provided: Supported Living; Community Group Living; Foster/Host Homes;
Respite; Personal Assistance; Family Support; Case Management Number
of Sites: 31 Accreditation, Licensing and/or Certification: TX
Dept. of MH/MR; Medicaid; TX Dept. of Health Geographical
Limitations: Texas Admissions Contact: Case Managers
*ANCOR MEMBER*
* (The Martin Luther Homes have several facilities throughout the
state. They recently merged with Bethphage, a non-profit affiliate of
the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America, so they are a
Christian-oriented organization) * See http://www.bethphage.org/
MISSION ROAD DEVELOPMENTAL CENTER
Robert C. Murray, Executive Director/CEO"
8706 Mission Road, San Antonio, TX 87214-3144
Phone: 210-924-9265 Fax: 210-922-6006
E-mail: rcm@mrdcsat.org Web Site: www.MRDCSAT.ORG
Number of People Receiving Services: 170 Gender: M & F Age: 3 and
over
Level of Mental Retardation and Other Special Conditions of People
Served: Mild, Moderate, Severe, Profound; Cerebral Palsy; Seizures;
Communication Disorders; Dual Diagnosis (MR/MI); Physical
Disabilities; Primary Diagnosis is Mental Retardation Types of
Services Provided: Supported Living; Semi-Independent Living;
Apartment Living; Community Group Living; Campus; Facility-based;
Respite; Personal Assistance; Assessment; Case Management; Medical
Services; Supported Employment; Work Center Number of Sites: 10
Accreditation, Licensing and/or Certification: ICF/MR; HCS;
DAHS; TRC; United Way and related state and local authorities
Geographical Limitations: Texas
*ANCOR MEMBER*
* (Mission Road is a Christian-based facility. “Founded upon Christian
principles, MRDC believes that all persons are created in the image
and likeness of God and thereby have inherent dignity and worth.
Consistent with this belief, MRDC seeks to provide care and training
for persons with mental retardation in a Christian environment
focusing on their potential, not their limitations. See the Mission
Road Website at http://www.mrdcsat.org/ )
REACH UNLIMITED, INC.
Kathi Schmidt, Executive Director
12777 Jones Road, Suite 103, Houston, TX 77070
Phone: 281-469-8058 Fax: 281-469-5030
E-mail: kschmidt@reachunlimited.org Web Site:
www.reachunlimited.org
Number of People Receiving Services: 70 Gender: M & F Age: 22 and
over
Level of Mental Retardation and Other Special Conditions of People
Served: Mild, Moderate, Severe, Profound; Cerebral Palsy; Seizures;
Communication Disorders; Dual Diagnosis (MR/MI); Physical Disabilities
Types of Services Provided: Independent Living; Supported Living;
Semi-Independent Living; Apartment Living; Community Group Living;
Supported Employment; Transportation Number of Sites: 9
Accreditation, Licensing and/or Certification: TDMHMR; ICF/MR; TDHS;
HCS Geographical Limitations: Harris County Admissions Contact:
Roxanne Hoover
*ANCOR MEMBER*
VOLUNTEERS OF AMERICA NORTHERN TEXAS
P.O. Box 200276, Arlington, TX 76006-0276
Phone: 817-649-7491 Fax: 817-649-7499
Number of People Receiving Services: 70 Gender: M & F Age:
Currently 2-50
Level of Mental Retardation and Other Special Conditions of People
Served: Mild, Moderate, Severe, Profound; Autism; Cerebral Palsy;
Seizures; Dual Diagnosis (MR/MI); Physical Disabilities Types of
Services Provided: Independent Living; Supported Living; Community
Group Living; Foster/Host Homes; Respite; Family Support; Assessment;
Case Management; Medical Services Number of Sites: 10
Accreditation, Licensing and/or Certification: ICF/MR; HIS
Geographical Limitations: Farrant and Dallas Counties Admissions
Contact: Carolyn Nye
*ANCOR MEMBER*
Bethesda Lutheran Home and Services, Gulf Region
http://www.blhs.org/
“Bethesda’s history stands testament to nearly 100 years of providing
personalized Christ-centered service. From its original founding in
Watertown, Wis., in 1904, to its current web of support services and
outreach materials, Bethesda Lutheran Homes and Services has always
sought to provide people with the supports they need to accomplish
their dreams and live as independently as possible.”
http://www.blhs.org/home/about/
(You will need to contact the Texas facility, as I could find little
information about age of clients or whether they deal with
dual-diagnosis patients.)
Northeast Texas Mental Health Mental Retardation Center
http://www.netmhmr.org/
Administrative and Clinical Offices:
1C Oaklawn Center Texarkana, TX 75501 (903) 831-7585 (903) 831-3646
While the clinic clearly works with adults suffering from mental
illness, it is not clear from their website whether the also work with
mental-retarded adults, or just children. The facility appears to be
very comprehensive in it’s services for patients, and is clearly worth
a call.
ANCOR affiliated listings in other states:
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You may search states individually from their webpage at
http://www.ancor.org/dev/form9.cfm
Contacts for Treatment
The National Association for People with a Dual Diagnosis
(800-331-5362) may be able to recommend a local psychiatrist or
psychologist.
I wanted to submit a partial answer to you concerning the Texas
facilities I have uncovered. I will continue to look for facilities in
other states and add the information in a clarification to my answer.
However, please let me know if there are any regions of the country
that you would not consider. In other words, would you prefer that
your stepson stay within driving distance so you can visit?
Let me know. I will continue to search this out for you. Don’t
despair. I have no doubt you will find the proper situation for your
stepson. Thank you for caring so much for him. Many parents simply
walk away from the situation. You are very special.
umiat-ga
Google Search Strategy
+texas +residential mental illness
dual diagnosis
mental illness and mental retardation diagnosis |
Clarification of Answer by
umiat-ga
on
06 Jan 2003 17:54 PST
Sparkie-ga,
I have compiled some more resources for you, primarily from the Ancor
member sites. This time around, I have centered on facilities in
states that are near to Texas. Since it is very hard to find a rating
system for residential facilities, and since the dual-diagnosis of
Mental illness and Mental retardation is still quite new, I believe
the Ancor sites are the most reputable. It is possible to find some
very expensive treatment facilities around the country, but they are
usually not for long-term living situations.
Also, be aware when searching for Dual Diagnosis treatment
facilities, that the term normally refers to the dual treatment of
mental illness and substance abuse. Therefore, it is important to look
for the MI/MR treatment option.
Texas
*********
Residents of Tarrant County, Texas
Mental Health Mental Retardation of Tarrant County
http://www.mhmrtc.org/AOA/
This looks like a very comprehensive treatment system. However, I
don’t know if you live within Tarrant county, or how long it would
take your son to become a resident of that county.
I have used medical online to access the ANCOR member sites in the
following states. Most of the treatment facilities listed have
Geographical limitations, and I am not sure if that means a person has
to be a resident of that county or state. I presume so, however.
Therefore, in lieu of mentioning them all to you, I will only
reference the facilities that do not mention geographical limitations.
However, that does not mean that the other facilities are definitely
closed to non-residents. You should feel free to call them.
You can also further your search by going to the ANCOR homepage, and
then doing a search by state. However, as I've said earlier, there is
quite a bit of overlap, and I find the "medical online" search to be
quicker and more detailed.
Arizona
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http://www.medicalonline.com/disabled/residential/az/
CREATIVE NETWORKS, L.L.C.
Gale Bohling, Director of Marketing
11225 N. 28th Drive, Suite C105, Phoenix, AZ 85209-5611
Phone: 602-863-4400 Fax: 602-863-2800 E-mail: GBohling@ResCare.com
Number of People Receiving Services: 2000 Gender: M & F Age: All
Level of Mental Retardation and Other Special Conditions of People
Served: Mild, Moderate, Severe, Profound; Autism; Cerebral Palsy;
Epilepsy; Seizures; Communication Disorders; Dual Diagnosis (MR/MI);
Mental Illness (Primary); Alzheimer Disease; Physical Disabilities
Types of Services Provided: Independent Living; Supported Living;
Semi-Independent Living; Respite; Personal Assistance; Transportation;
Recruit, Train and License Foster Homes for the State; Community
Integrated Day Treatment and Training Number of Sites: 10 supported
living sites, 5 community integrated DTT sites; up to 1500 family
homes Accreditation, Licensing and/or Certification: Supported
living sites.
*ANCOR MEMBER*
New Mexico
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http://www.medicalonline.com/disabled/residential/nm/
ADELANTE DEVELOPMENT CENTER, INC.
Mike Kivitz, Executive Director
4261 Balloon Park Road NE, Albuquerque, MN 87109-5802
Phone: 505-883-1102 Fax: 505-341-2001
Gender: M & F Level of Mental Retardation and Other Special
Conditions of People Served: Mild, Moderate, Severe, Profound;
Autism; Cerebral Palsy; Seizures; Communication Disorders; Dual
Diagnosis (MR/MI); Physical Disabilities; Mental Illness (Primary);
Traumatic Brain Injury Types of Services Provided: Independent Living;
Supported Living; Semi-Independent Living; Apartment Living; Community
Group Living; Family Care; Family Support; Assessment; Vocational
Training; Non-Vocational Day Program; Supported Employment; Work
Center Number of Sites: 6 Accreditation, Licensing and/or
Certification: CARF Admissions Contacts: Karen Kinsman, Support
Services Manager
*ANCOR MEMBER*
ENMRSH, INC.
Robert B. Spencer, President/CEO
516 Ash Street, Clovis, NM 88101
Phone: 505-762-3718 Fax: 505-763-4158
Number of People Receiving Services: 350 Gender: M & F Age: 0-4;
18 and over Level of Mental Retardation and Other Special Conditions
of People Served: Mild, Moderate, Severe, Profound; Autism; Cerebral
Palsy; Seizures; Communication Disorders; Dual Diagnosis (MR/MI);
Physical Disabilities; Mental Illness (Primary); Traumatic Brain
Injury Types of Services Provided: Independent Living; Supported
Living; Semi-Independent Living; Apartment Living; Community Group
Living; Respite; Personal Assistance; Assessment; Case Management;
Medical Services; Vocational Training; Supported Employment; Work
Center Number of Sites: 10 Accreditation, Licensing and/or
Certification: CARF Geographical Limitations: New Mexico and Texas
*ANCOR MEMBER*
Utah
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http://www.medicalonline.com/disabled/residential/ut/
TKJ, INC.
Terry Kent Jensen, Executive Director
Jeffrey Jensen, Social Worker
2413 Royal Lane, Sandy, UT 84093
Phone: 801-942-2104 Fax: 801-942-5094
Number of People Receiving Services: 60 Gender: M & F Age: 18 and
over
Level of Mental Retardation and Other Special Conditions of People
Served: Moderate, Severe, Profound; Autism; Cerebral Palsy; Seizures;
Communication Disorders; Dual Diagnosis (MR/MI); Physical
Disabilities; Severe/Profound Multiple Disabilities Types of Services
Provided: Independent Living; Supported Living; Apartment Living;
Community Group Living Number of Sites: 16 Accreditation,
Licensing and/or Certification: State of Utah certification of
apartment programs, State of Utah licensing of group home sites
*ANCOR MEMBER*
REM UTAH, INC.
Joel Temple, Executive Director
Shelley Calkins
81 East 7200 South, Midvale, UT 84047
Phone: 801-256-3598 Fax: 801-256-3599 E-mail:
remutah@xmission.com
Number of People Receiving Services: 22 Gender: M & F Age: 17-66
Level of Mental Retardation and Other Special Conditions of People
Served: Mild, Moderate, Severe, Profound; Autism; Cerebral Palsy;
Seizures; Communication Disorders; Dual Diagnosis (MR/MI); Physical
Disabilities; Mental Illness (Primary); Traumatic Brain Injury Types
of Services Provided: Independent Living; Supported Living;
Semi-Independent Living; Apartment Living; Community Group Living;
Family Support; Assessment; Vocational Training; Supported Employment
Number of Sites: 10 Geographical Limitations: None Admissions
Contact: Joel Temple
*ANCOR MEMBER*
California
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http://www.medicalonline.com/disabled/residential/ca/
HOME OF GUIDING HANDS
Carol A. Fitzgibbons, Executive Director
10025 Los Ranchitos Road, Lakeside, CA 92040
Phone: 619-448-3700 Fax: 619-448-7208
E-mail: carol@guidinghands.org Web Site: www.guidinghands.org
Number of People Receiving Services: 350 Gender: M & F Age: 17-82
Level of Mental Retardation and Other Special Conditions of People
Served: Mild, Moderate, Severe, Profound; Autism; Cerebral Palsy;
Epilepsy; Seizures; Communication Disorders; Dual Diagnosis (MR/MI);
Vision Impairments; Hearing Impairments; Physical Disabilities Types
of Services Provided: Independent Living; Community Group Living;
Campus; Respite; Day Habilitation; Employment Training; Assessment;
Case Management; Medical Services; Transportation; Supported
Employment; Work Center Number of Sites: 14+ Accreditation,
Licensing and/or Certification: (ICF/MR) Dept. of Health Services;
Dept. of Social Services (Community Care); CARF Geographical
Limitations: None Admissions Contact: Marcia Vanlandingham.
*ANCOR MEMBER*
ROHER
Cheryl Kilmer
3225 Roymar Road #A, Oceanside, CA 92054
Phone: 760-721-1706 Fax: 760-721-9872
Number of People Receiving Services: 122 Gender: M & F Age: 18
and over
Level of Mental Retardation and Other Special Conditions of People
Served: Severe, Profound; Autism; Cerebral Palsy; Seizures;
Communication Disorders; Dual Diagnosis (MR/MI); Physical Disabilities
Types of Services Provided: Supported Living; Community Group Living;
Personal Assistance; Family Support Case Management; Medical Services;
Vocational Training Number of Sites: 2 Accreditation, Licensing
and/or Certification: Dept of Health Services Admissions Contact:
Teresa Martin
*ANCOR MEMBER*
WELCOME CARE HOMES, INC.
Rosa Neham
55 Shaw Avenue, Suite 122, Clovis, CA 93612
Phone: 559-299-4954 Fax: 559-299-0345
Number of People Receiving Services: 18 Gender: M & F Age: 19-59
Level of Mental Retardation and Other Special Conditions of People
Served: Mild, Moderate, Severe, Profound; Autism; Cerebral Palsy;
Seizures; Communication Disorders; Dual Diagnosis (MR/MI); Physical
Disabilities; Mental Illness (Primary): Traumatic Brain Injury Types
of Services Provided: Facility-based; Personal Assistance;
Assessment; Medical Services; Vocational Training Number of Sites: 3
Accreditation, Licensing and/or Certification: California Dept. of
Health Services, Licensing and Certification Division Geographical
Limitations: None Admissions Contact: Martin Neham
*ANCOR MEMBER*
Oklahoma
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http://www.medicalonline.com/disabled/residential/ok/
INDEPENDENT OPPORTUNITIES, INC.
Douglas Fulton, Executive Director
6202 S. Lewis Avenue, Suite P, Tulsa, OK 74136
Phone: 918-744-5067 Fax: 918-747-4183
Number of People Receiving Services: 250 Gender: M & F Age: All
Level of Mental Retardation and Other Special Conditions of People
Served: Mild, Moderate, Severe, Profound; Autism; Cerebral Palsy;
Seizures; Communication Disorders; Dual Diagnosis (MR/MI); Physical
Disabilities; Mental Illness (Primary) Types of Services Provided:
Independent Living; Supported Living; Foster/Host Homes; Companion;
Assisted Living; In-home Number of Sites: Numerous
Accreditation, Licensing and/or Certification: Accreditation Council
State of Oklahoma DDSD; Title XIX Federal Geographical Limitations:
None Admissions Contacts: Alice McHenry, Director of Residential
Services
*ANCOR MEMBER*
RES-CARE OKLAHOMA, INC.
Lisa Toth-LaTray, Administrator
252 West 17th Place, Tulsa, OK 74119
Phone: 918-592-3888 Fax: 918-592-3839
E-mail: rcok.lisa@mciworldcom.net
Number of People Receiving Services: 206 Gender: M & F Age: 8-64
Level of Mental Retardation and Other Special Conditions of People
Served: Mild, Moderate, Severe, Profound; Autism; Cerebral Palsy;
Seizures; Communication Disorders; Dual Diagnosis (MR/MI); Physical
Disabilities; Mental Illness (Primary); Traumatic Brain Injury Types
of Services Provided: Independent Living; Supported Living;
Semi-Independent Living; Foster/Host Homes; Vocational Training;
Supported Employment Number of Sites: 4 Accreditation, Licensing
and/or Certification: State of Oklahoma DDSD Geographical
Limitations: None Admissions Contacts: Cendy Lewis
*ANCOR MEMBER*
Arkansas
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http://www.medicalonline.com/disabled/residential/ar/
FIRST STEP, INC.
Pam Bland, Executive Director
P.O. Box 2440, 407 Carson, Hot Springs, AR 71914
Phone: 501-624-6468 Fax: 501-624-1075
Number of People Receiving Services: 116 Gender: M & F Age: All
Level of Mental Retardation and Other Special Conditions of People
Served: Mild, Moderate, Severe; Autism; Cerebral Palsy; Seizures;
Epilepsy; Communication Disorders; Dual Diagnosis (MR/MI); Alzheimer's
Disease; Vision Impairments;; Hearing Impairments; Physical
Disabilities Types of Services Provided: Independent Living;
Supported Living; Semi-Independent Living; Apartment Living; Community
Group Living; Foster/Host Homes; Assisted Living; Campus; Respite;
Personal Assistance; Family Support; Day Habilitation; School;
Employment Training; Supported Employment; Assessment; Case
Management; Early Intervention; Transportation Number of Sites: 3
Accreditation, Licensing and/or Certification: DDTCS; DHS/DDS
Geographical Limitations: None Admissions Contact: Joanie
Hargraves, Day Program Director.
*ANCOR MEMBER*
OPPORTUNITIES, INC.
Patty Smith, Administrative Director
6101 North Stateline, Texarkana AR 71854
Phone: 903-793-3151 Fax: 903-792-0816
Gender: M & F Age: All Level of Mental Retardation and Other
Special Conditions of People Served: Mild, Moderate, Severe, Profound;
Autism; Cerebral Palsy; Seizures; Communication Disorders; Dual
Diagnosis (MR/MI); Physical Disabilities; Traumatic Brain Injury
Types of Services Provided: Independent Living; Supported Living;
Semi-Independent Living; Apartment Living; Community Group Living;
Campus; Personal Assistance; Assessment; Case Management; Medical
Services; Vocational Training; Supported Employment; Work Center
Number of Sites 4 Geographical Limitations: Arkansas and Texas.
*ANCOR MEMBER*
Evergreen Presbyterian Ministries
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http://www.epmi.org/
“Evergreen is committed to Christian concern: Evergreen is a
Christian organization, affiliated with the Presbyterian Church
(U.S.A.) and, as such, is committed to exhibiting Christian ideals.”
http://www.epmi.org/values.htm
“Evergreen currently has service locations in Arkansas, Louisiana,
Oklahoma, and Texas.”
http://www.epmi.org/division.htm
I could not tell from the website whether they accept patients with a
dual diagnosis of mental illness and mental retardation.
Additional Information:
“The Dual Diagnosis: Mental Retardation and Mental Illness – A Guide
for Caregivers,” by John J. McGee and James Glick.
http://www.gentleteaching.com/site/new_releases/dual_diagnosis.asp
“Putting Mental Retardation and Mental Illness on Health Care
Professionals' Radar Screen,” by Rebecca Voelker. Journal of the
American Medical Association. (July 2002) at
http://jama.ama-assn.org/issues/v288n4/ffull/jmn0724-1.html
** (An excellent article!) **
I hope this additional information is helpful.
umiat-ga
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