Transition to Adulthood
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Caldwell Community College: College Compass
Contact Person: Ginny Navarro- Cooridnator of Special Populations, Adult education, College and Career Readiness Phone: (828) 726-2275 or (828) 726-2230 (Caldwell) or (828) 297-3811 and ask for extension 2275 or 2230 Fax: (828) 726-2266 Email: gnavarro@cccti.edu Address: 2855 Hickory Boulevard Hudson, NC 28638 Description of Services: College Compass classes are designed for adults who wish to improve their academic and independent living skills. The classes are planned to help students acquire basic skills to develop abilities needed to become more independent and self-directed and to meet and manage community, social, work, and personal adult responsibilities. Ages Served: Age 21 and older Fees/Payment Type Accepted: Classes and materials are free Website: http://www.cccti.edu/CCR/Compass.asp Community Alternatives Program for Disabled Adults (CAP/DA)
Description of Services: This program makes care at home a real possibility for many people who face nursing placement. CAP/DA exists to supplement rather than replace the formal and informal services and support already available to an individual. The program’s goal is to enable individuals to remain their homes or to return to their homes from nursing facilities and live as independently as possible. Ages Served: Age 18 and older Eligibility: To receive services:
Service Area: State Website: https://dma.ncdhhs.gov/providers/programs-services/long-term-care/community-alternatives-program-for-disabled-adults Driver Rehabilitation Services
Phone: (336) 697-7841 Fax: (336) 697-7842 Email: info@driver-rehab.com Address: 5417 Frieden Church Rd., PO BOX 448 Mcleansville, NC 27301 Description of Services: Driver Rehabilitation Services is for any person who would benefit from the services. A registered Occupational Therapist with a State certification as a driver instructor and specialist training in driver rehabilitation conducts a clinical evaluation at the client’s home to determine strengths and limitations. Training occurs on an individual basis, dealing with specific needs and covering every aspect of safe driving. Ages Served: Age 21 and older Fees/ Payment Type Accepted: Services are covered throughout the entire state of North Carolina. Service Area: State Website: http://www.driver-rehab.com/ RHA Health Services, Inc.
Phone: (828) 262-5450 Fax: (828) 262-5730 Address: 176 Wildcat Rd. Deep Gap, NC 28618 Description of Services: RHA is a leading non-profit provider of services and supports for people with developmental and intellectual disabilities. RHA Health Services, Inc services include supported living, vocational and day programs, periodic respite, personal care services, target case management, and more. Ages Served: Age 21 and older Fees/Payment Type Accepted: There are no fees for these services Website: http://www.rhahealthservices.org/ |
Vocational Rehabilitation Services
Phone: (828) 265- 5396 or 1-888-521-5054 Address: 245 Winklers Creek Rd., Suite A Boone, NC 28607 Description of Services: The Division of Vocational Rehabilitation Services provides counseling, training, education, transportation, job placement, assistive technology and other support services to those with physical, psychiatric, and intellectual, disabilities. Ages Served: Age 21 and older Fees/ Payment Type Accepted: Some services are provided at no cost but there are cost services that require determination of eligibility and may incur a share of cost by client. Website: http://www.ncdhhs.gov/divisions/dvrs Watauga County Clerk of Court- Guardianship
Phone: (828) 265- 5364 Description of Services: Guardianship services are provided to individuals who are alleged to be incompetent or adjudicated incompetent by the court. Incompetence is determined in a court proceeding and means an adult is unable to manage his own affairs, or is unable to make important decision. Please call for more information about applying for guardianship, or any concerns about guardianship. Fees/ Payment Type Accepted: Fees may be relevant depending on service provided. Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/assistance/guardianship/guardianship-alternatives-to-guardianship Watauga Opportunities, Inc.
Phone: (828) 264-5009 Address: 642 Greenway Rd. Boone, NC 28607 Description of Services: Watauga Opportunities, Inc. offers services to adults with physical, mental, or emotional disabilities. Services include evaluation and work adjustment and community employment. Ages Served: Age 16 and older Fees/ Payment type accepted: There are no fees for these services Service Area: Ashe, Avery and Watauga county Website: http://www.woiworks.org/ Wilkes County Social Security Office SSI (Supplemental Security Income)
Phone: (866) 331-2298 Address: 1517 River St Wilkesboro, NC 28697 Description of Services: The Wilkesboro Social Security Office determines eligibility and pays benefits to those entitled to survivor benefits. Ages Served: Age 21 and older Fees/ Payment Type Accepted: There are no fees, but there is a list of items you will need to apply. |