What are Supports Coordination Services?

Supports Coordination Services help people gain access to services that are important to their independence. These may include such areas as medical, social, educational, behavioral health, vocational and other services. Supports Coordination Services are generally provided within the home, community or vocational setting. They may vary in intensity based on the needs of the individual being served.

Who can benefit from Supports Coordination Services?

Anyone who has developmental disabilities may be eligible for Supports Coordination Services. People who have the most severe needs, especially those in emergency situations, are given priority in provision of services.

How do Supports Coordination Services help an individual or family?

A Supports Coordinator helps people participate more fully in their communities. A person-centered planning approach is used to help identify an individual's strengths, dreams, goals and desires. The Supports Coordinator may help to secure the most appropriate living environment, and can encourage an individual to achieve a higher level of independence. The Supports Coordinator may also help with assessments, monitoring, advocacy, and crisis intervention services. The Supports Coordinator may refer an individual to other appropriate services as needed.

How can you access Supports Coordination Services?

You may call (989) 895-2300 or 1-800 327-4693 for additional information about this program.

To request a service or make a referral, call the Access Alliance of Michigan (a division of Bay Arenac Behavioral Health) at 1-800-448-5498.