The Ancillary Services Department was created in 2001 with the goal to expand the availability of professional services and supports to all individuals served by The Arc, The Arc's employees and the community.

Ancillary services include the supervision, monitoring and direction of individual care for the specific services listed below, as well as the promotion of Arc philosophies and principles and best practice techniques through the provision of services and training.

Specific Services
Case Management
Facilitation of the Interdisciplinary Team (IDT) process and coordination of all services and supports by members of the individual's IDT. Promotion of individual rights, protections and inclusion for all individuals.

Nursing
Assessment, oversight and coordination of the medical case management for individuals. Promotion of health and well being for all individuals.

Social Work
Assessment, oversight and coordination of the psycho/social aspects of the individual's life, e.g., family, guardianship, community placement, benefits and finances. Promotion of individual rights, family involvement and community inclusion for all individuals.

Recreation Therapy
Assessment, oversight and coordination of the recreation and leisure aspects of the individual's life. Promotion of recreation and community inclusion for all individuals.

Occupational, Physical and Speech Therapy
Assessment, interventions and oversight to address individual skills, e.g. sensorimotor—gross and fine motor skills, mobility and expressive/receptive language.

Who is eligible for Ancillary Services?
Individuals who require specialized support services and have funding available through the ICF/MR-C program, the Home and Community Based Services waiver program or on a fee-for-service arrangement.