Developmental Disabilities Services
parent TEACHER client ORGANIZATION (ptco)
Developmental Disabilities Services
Services
• Pre-Vocational Training – this program focuses on work skills development and getting ready for competitive.
• Community Integration – provides opportunities for persons with disabilities to live, work and play in the community the same way as everyone else.
• Daily Living Skills – this program enables participants to develop their skills that are used to perform everyday activities, such as: cleaning, meal preparation, money management, laundry, and self-care
• Socialization Skills – Participants are taught to recognize and manage appropriate social behaviors
• Individualized Services Plans & Assessments – this is an annual assessment of skills and individualized goal planning to establish the consumer’s needs and desires
• Parent Training & Support Groups – provides caregiver/parental resources and information to increase activism on behalf of individuals with disabilities
• Supported Employment - program is currently in design phase with implementation to be rolled out in fy2026
• Physician Assessments – these medical evaluations are provided annually, and ongoing as needed by a medical doctor.
• Skills Training – Including: Daily Living Activities; Communication Skills; Community Integration, Reducing Inappropriate Behaviors; Managing Money; participating in Social & Recreational Activities; and Advocacy, and Vocational skills, from volunteering through pre-voc and supported employment.
Eligibility
To determine eligibility for Fulton County intellectual and developmental disability services, contact the Georgia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities Region 3 Office for entry and evaluation at 770-414-3052 and online at this linkIf you currently have a Medicaid Waiver for services and wish to consider Fulton County as a provider, please contact the appropriate training center at 404-612-6520 and follow the prompts to “IDD” and the appropriate training center closest to your location to set up a meeting and tour of our facilities.
PARENT'S GROUPS
Each of our three Training Centers have 501 c3 nonprofit organizations established by the parents and families of our individuals to expand programming at our facilities and also to serve as a support group for caregivers.
Contact 404-612-6520. Listen for the prompt for Developmental Disability Services and then select the location closest to you.
Fulton County Behavioral Health Network
At the beginning of 2023, the Fulton County Department of Behavioral Health & Developmental Disabilities (BHDD) established the groundbreaking Behavioral Health Network—a progressive continuum of care designed to deliver behavioral health services to residents of Fulton County. The Behavioral Health Network, representing a significant advancement, is committed to providing expanded access to high-quality, comprehensive services in alignment with national standards of "Best Practices." By leveraging this network, the Department of BHDD aims to address the needs of under-served communities, ensuring equitable access to top-tier behavioral health services for individuals of all ages, irrespective of income or insurance status. This innovative model has empowered Fulton County to establish a robust provider network, increase client outreach, diversify behavioral health program offerings, and achieve cost reduction.
- THE FULTON COUNTY BEHAVIORAL HEALTH NETWORK OFFERS THE FOLLOWING SERVICES/PROGRAMS:
- BEHAVIORAL HEALTH SERVICES FOR ADULTS (404) 612 – 6520
Core Outpatient services, either in-person or telehealth, are offered at the following locations:
- Behavioral Health Crisis Center - 404-616-4784-Open 24/7 365 days a year
- The North Fulton Service Center
- The South Fulton Service Center
- The Center for Health & Rehabilitation -Open 8:30 AM – 5 PM - Mon - Fri
- Walk-in Services available Mon - Fri - 8:30 AM - 2:30 PM
BEHAVIORAL HEALTH SERVICES FOR CHILDREN AND ADOLESCENTS (404) 612 – 6520
- Core Outpatient Child and Adolescent services, either in-person or telehealth, are offered at the following locations by appointment only:
- North Fulton Service Center is open for in person appointments on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9 a.m. – 7 p.m.
- Clubhouse for Youth is open for in person services on Monday - Thursday from 11 a.m. – 7 p.m.
- Adamsville Regional Health Center) is open for in person appointments Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays from 9 a.m. – 7 p.m.
- Oak Hill Child, Adolescent & Family Center is open for in person appointments on Wednesdays, and Thursdays from 9 a.m. – 7 p.m.
- Please call for an appointment or further information at any of the Child and Adolescent sites
- If you are experiencing a behavioral health crisis, please call 988 to reach the National Crisis Hotline, available 24/7.
- Click here to report a concern or complaint about the safety and quality of care for the individuals served to The Joint Commission.
- Click here to access the Fulton County Behavioral Health Network referral form.
- Contact Information:
- Main Number for services: (404) 612 – 6520
- Crisis Line: Dial 988 (24/7 National Crisis Hotline)
Developmental DISABILITIES
faqs
How many facilities does fulton county operate to serve people with developmental DISABILITIES?
Our department operates three Training Centers across the county:
Central Training Center
North Training Center
South Training Center
How do i qualify for developmental DISABILITIES?
In order to qualify for services you must obtain a Waiver through the Georgia Department of Behavioral Health & Developmental Disabilities (DBHDD). Depending on the services you need, you may qualify for a Comprehensive Supports Waiver (COMP) or New Options Waiver (NOW). An application must be completed with the DBHDD department along with supporting documentation of the developmental disability, which goes to the intake and evaluation office in your region. These forms can be located online or by contacting the region where you live. Once a determination has been made, a letter will be sent to you notifying you of your eligibility.
How do I enroll an individual with a developmental disability in services once he has been approved with a NOW or COMP waiver in Fulton County?
You will be given a provider’s list and can choose where you would like to receive services. We will assign a Support Coordinator to help you access services based on the needs of the individual. If you decide that you want an individual to attend one of the Fulton county training centers, you will be provided a tour of the facility as well as the opportunity to ask questions about the type of services that we provide to individuals in the program.
An interview will be scheduled to obtain information about the type of services that the individual will need to determine a match with appropriate services. A medical doctor will meet with the individual, family and/or caregiver to ensure that we are able to meet the mental, physical, and medical needs of the individual prior to acceptance into the program. The staff receives ongoing training in best practices to provide high quality and competent services and treat all individuals with dignity and respect.
What services will be provided by fulton county?
We provide a Person Centered Approach to all individuals served by Fulton County. Our goals are to individualize services to the needs of the individual and provide community integration with the support that they receive from the staff and the community - Three regional centers provide clients with life skills training tailored to their particular disability. Mobility training and day habilitation are also provided.
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locations
North Training Center
Atlanta, GA 30342
south training center
central training center
Atlanta, GA 30310