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Lifetime Specialty Care Clinic - Gillette Children's - Phalen Clinic

- Integrated care from social workers, nurses, physicians, nurse practitioners, occupational and physical therapists, and assistive-technology practitioners - Medical exams, wound care, urology and other specialized services for those with cerebral palsy, neuromuscular conditions, Spina Bifida, polio, etc. - Transitional program for teens who are living with disabilities and moving into adulthood with a focus on legal, medical, and independent-living issues - Assistive technology assessment and provision including custom seating, orthotics and prosthetics, powered mobility assessment, computer access, and augmentative and alternative communication - Pain and neuropalliative care - Resource Center offering printed, video, and online resources about disabilities and related issues - Social and emotional support through individual and family counseling - Rehabilitative therapies including physical, occupational, speech and language, and swallowing assistance

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Independent Living Program - Southeastern Minnesota Center For Independent Living - SEMCIL

Assistive technology: Offers education about and access to assistive technology devices and resources Chromebook and iPad Loan Program: Provides individuals in need with the opportunity to borrow a device for up to 60 days. Those without internet access may also borrow a mobile internet device Classes, Workshops, and Events: Covers topics such as cooking, art and creative expression, and community outings Community Transition Support: Helps individuals living in nursing homes or other group settings transition back to their own homes or community. Staff assist with exploring options, accessing programs and services, and securing needed supports at home Independent Living Skills Training: Offers instruction in areas such as budgeting, transportation, time management, organization, housing searches, cooking and smart consumerism, healthy relationships, post-secondary navigation, and employment Individual Advocacy: Supports individuals in understanding their rights, identifying rights violations, and gaining tools to advocate for themselves. Advocacy topics include Individualized Education Plans (IEP), Social Security (SSI/SSDI) applications, and appeals for denied services Peer Support: Offers both one-on-one, goal-based peer support and peer support groups Support Planning: Assists individuals in navigating their options under a Consumer Directed Community Supports (CDCS) plan Youth and Young Adult Transition Services: Prepares youth and young adults for the transition to adulthood through guidance, planning, and skill development.

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