Lakewood Special Education News

**Family Resource Program provides service**
The Family Resource Program serves Cuyahoga County families who have a member with mental retardation or a substantial developmental disability living at home. Families need not be enrolled in any of the other programs operated by the Cuyahoga County Board of Mental Retardation and Developmental Disabilities (CCBMR/DD) to participate in this program. The following services are offered: Respite Care: Relief from the daily care of a disabled family member is given either in the family home, the caregiver's home or an approved respite facility. Requests range from a few hours, a full day, a scheduled vacation or assistance in an emergency. Special Equipment: Financial and expert assistance may be given toward the purchase of special equipment for a disabled family member.	Home Modification: Financial assistance may be given toward the installation costs of ramps, doorways and other modifications to help a disabled family member with daily activities. Special Diets: Financial and expert assistance may be given toward the use of special dietary preparations or supplements as prescribed by a physician or qualified dietitian. Counseling, Training and Education: These support services that provide for special family needs are available to help family members provide the proper care for the individual with a disability. If you are interested in these services, contact the Family Resources Program at the CCBMR/DD Administrative Offices at (216) 241-8230.