County Funded Resources
Children’s Long-Term Support Waiver (CLTS)
Website: https://www.dhs.wisconsin.gov/clts/index.htm
To apply for the CLTS Waiver: Call: Your county agency
To qualify for CLTS services:
The Children’s Long-Term Support (CLTS) Waiver Program is a Home and Community-Based Service (HCBS) Waiver that provides Medicaid funding for children under age 22 who have substantial limitations in their daily activities and need support to remain in their home or community. Eligible children include those with developmental disabilities, severe emotional disturbances, and physical disabilities. Funding can be used to support a range of different services based on an assessment of the needs of the child and his or her family.
Include, Respect, I Self-Direct (IRIS)
Website: https://www.dhs.wisconsin.gov/iris/index.htm
To apply for IRIS: contact your local Aging and Disability Resource Center
To qualify for IRIS services:
IRIS (Include, Respect, I Self-Direct) is a self-directed program for Wisconsin’s adults with disabilities. You have to be eligible for Medicaid to be in the IRIS program and over age 18. IRIS is built on the principles of self-determination and self-direction and can be used for a variety of services.
Family Support and Resource Center (FSRC)
Website: https://fsrcdane.org/contact/
To apply for the Family Support Program: Phone: 608 -237–7630, Email: fsrc@fsrcdane.org
To qualify for Family Support:
Families are eligible for the Family Support Program if they have a child under 21 years of age, who has a significant disability and is living at home in Dane County or returning from an out-of-home placement. Family Support includes a variety of home and community-based supports designed to enhance the quality of life for children with significant disabilities and to keep families together. Based on the belief that each family is unique and that parents are in the best position to know the specific needs of their children and their families, family support services are family-centered and flexible, with parents choosing the assistance they receive.
We may also work with the following programs:
Children Come First (CCF)
Website: http://risewisconsin.org/programs/children-come-first/
*For Dane County residents
Comprehensive Community Services (CCS)
Website: https://danecountyhumanservices.org/ccs/clnt/default.aspx