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Family Support Services (FSS)

Note: FSS is not an available service for individuals who are currently enrolled on a DD waiver.

Family Support Services Program is a county board funded and implemented program which assists the family who lives with an individual who is eligible for services from the local county board of Developmental Disabilities. The goals of the Family Support Services program are to promote family unity, to maximize self-sufficiency and to prevent inappropriate institutionalization by accessing an array of supports that can be tailored to the unique need of the individual in need of services.

Assistance may be provided in the areas of in-home respite, out-of-home respite, home modification or adaptive equipment, incontinence supplies, special diet needs, and camp.

FSS is available to families who receive services from the Mahoning County Board of Developmental Disabilities (DD).

Contact Us For More Information

Should you have questions or concerns about the FSS program, please feel free to contact:

Stephanie Williams

4791 Woodridge Drive

Austintown, OH  44515

Phone: 330-799-9037
Fax: 330-799-2171
Email: MCBDDFSS@mahoningcountyoh.gov

Melissa Leighton (Ages 0 - 2)

130 Javit Court

Austintown, OH  44515

Phone:  330-799-2967

Email:  mleighton@mahoningcountyoh.gov

The Mahoning County Board of DD Family Support Services Program allows for the items and services listed below (not to exceed $1,000 annually for eligible participants):

Respite

In home

Out of home

Special needs camp

 

Adaptive Equipment

Wheelchair lifts (stair/van)

Wheelchairs

Ramps (portable)

Adaptive bed

Adaptive car seat

Stroller age 5+

Bib/clothing protector age 3+

Adaptive utensils/plates

Weighted blankets/vests

Therapy ball

Adaptive swing

Communication devices

 

Technology

Computer software

Window/door alarms

Assistive technology

Security cameras

Safety devices

*Some services may require Physician or Therapist recommendation.

** Medical related expenses are no longer covered under the FSS Program. **

    Home Modifications

    Ramps (permanent)

    Fence

    Shower/bathroom modifications

    Overhead lifts

    Window/portable air conditioner

    Dehumidifier

    Humidifier

    Incontinence Supplies (after age 3)

    Diapers

    Bed pads/mattress liners/covers

    Wipes

    Briefs

    Liners for undergarments

    Hygiene gloves

    Swim diapers

    Diaper rash ointment/cream

    Special Diets

    Pediasure/Ensure

    Regular formula (after age 1)

    Specialized formula

       

      Services

      FSS is available for services in which there is no other available funding source.

      The FSS Program can be used for respite, supplies (such as diapers and wipes) as well as adaptive equipment, home modifications, and special diet needs.

      All special requests should be addressed to the Mahoning County Board of DD to the attention of Stephanie Williams, for consideration prior to receiving services or purchasing of goods.

      • Please note that there is no carryover of funds from the previous year to the next year.
      • Usage of the yearly allocation in the beginning of the year requires pre-approval.
      • The FSS program operates on a calendar year, or until all FSS funding is exhausted for the year.

      Forms

      Reimbursement Request Forms for Goods/Services and Respite (these forms can be printed from this site)

      FSS Invoice - Goods and/or Services

      FSS Invoice - Respite


      W-9 Form (please fill out all highlighted fields)

      FSS Email address to submit reimbursement requests:  MCBDDFSS@mahoningcountyoh.gov

      Stephanie Williams' phone number:  330-799-9037