FSS
True or False: Family Support Services is available to all of NYS, minus the 5 boroughs in NYC?
False
True or False: Self-Advocacy means making sure a friends needs are met
False
Name one of the counties Racker’s Lending Library can serve?
Cortland, Tioga, Broome, Chenango, Delaware, & Otsego counties. In some cases, we are able to get special approval to serve any county in OPWDD’s CNY region.
Bill lives with his parents. Bill receives money through the state due to his disability. His parents ask him to cover 2⁄3 of all bills since he receives the money automatically. Is this fair?
Yes
Tell us the 2 things someone needs to be eligible for Family Support Services in NY state
•Have eligibility through OPWDD
•Reside full-time with a family member or caregiver
Name something you want to work on to become a better advocate for yourself.
Dig deep!