The Person Directed Program is a completely different way for families and people to manage IO Waiver services. (FCRS).
The Parent/Person Directed Program (FCRS-PDP) is an Ohio non-profit corporation that is affiliated with Franklin County Residential Services, Inc. FCRS has been a trusted provider of excellent residential services for more than 30 years. PDP was created in 1996 with a mission of giving more service control and flexibility to individuals and their families. PDP is a one-of-a-kind service provider f
04/04/2017
'Sesame Street,' 'Power Rangers' Could Help Dispel Autism Stereotypes As characters with autism debut on "Sesame Street" and in the "Power Rangers" movie, families affected by the disorder say they're optimistic the...
03/29/2017
Chuck E. Cheese's Expands Sensory-Friendly Offerings Citing "overwhelming" interest, Chuck E. Cheese's says that it will expand its efforts to be more accessible to kids with autism and other...
03/27/2017
Celebrities Take Aim At 'Special Needs' With a new short film, a handful of famous faces are using offbeat humor to question whether the needs of people with Down syndrome truly are...
03/21/2017
'Sesame Street' Bringing Muppet With Autism To TV After being introduced online more than a year ago, Sesame Street's first character with autism is set to make her television debut.
03/14/2017
PBS To Broadcast Autism Documentary http://ow.ly/PY5V309U1Cg
PBS To Broadcast Autism Documentary The sensory experiences of people on the spectrum take center stage in a new documentary set to air on television.
03/09/2017
"Disney Guide Aims to Help Guests with Special Needs" http://ow.ly/wzUw309IKxb
Disney Guide Aims To Help Guests With Special Needs After her family's fifth trip to Disney World, one mom realized there wasn't a comprehensive guide for guests with special needs, so she decided to...
03/06/2017
Walgreen Features Model with Down Syndrome http://ow.ly/y9HV309DtI3
Walgreens Features Model With Down Syndrome The smiling face of a 7-year-old with Down syndrome will greet customers at thousands of Walgreens stores this spring as part of an Easter promotion.
03/06/2017
A notable collaboration to pilot residential services for disabled, aggressive youth. http://ow.ly/XTcG309Duo8
02/15/2017
"Study Finds Law Boosted Services for Kids on The Spectrum" http://ow.ly/dWEs308VW9q
Study Finds Law Boosted Services For Kids On The Spectrum Children with autism are receiving more services at no added cost to their families thanks to a federal law that requires expanded mental health...
02/13/2017
https://www.disabilityscoop.com/2017/01/27/kids-books-recognized-disability/23243/
Kids' Books Recognized For Disability Storylines Three children's books are being honored alongside this year's picks for the Caldecott and Newbery Medals for focusing on the experiences of those...
02/03/2017
Paul Daugherty, author of An Uncomplicated Life: A Father's Memoir of His Exceptional Daughter, will be at the Orange Branch of the Delaware County District Library from 6-8 p.m. This event is free to attend and open to the public. http://ow.ly/vLjO308EuCd
02/02/2017
Come experience the Ohio History Connection at your own pace!
Join us for an All-Abilities Family Friendly Night at the Museum!
Watch Ohio history come to life!
Ohio History Connection
800 E. 17th Ave.
Columbus, OH 43211
Cost is $5.00 per family
Register Here!
Participants must be accompanied by an adult or caregiver at all times for this event. http://ow.ly/8x84308yjro
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