Spanish Speaking Resources

Description

Wisconsin's Children's Long-Term Support (CLTS) Waiver Program (including the Katie Beckett Program and the Children's Community Options Program) makes Medicaid funding available to support children with substantial limitations due to developmental, physical, or severe emotional disabilities who are living at home or in the community. Funding can be used to support a range of services based on an assessment of the needs of the child and his or her family.

El Programa de Exención de Apoyo a Largo Plazo para Niños (CLTS) de Wisconsin (que incluye el Programa Katie Beckett y el Programa de Opciones Comunitarias para Niños) hace que los fondos de Medicaid estén disponibles para apoyar a los niños con limitaciones sustanciales debido a discapacidades del desarrollo, físicas o emocionales graves que viven en el hogar o en la comunidad. La financiación se puede utilizar para apoyar una variedad de servicios basados ​​en una evaluación de las necesidades del niño y su familia.

Phone
608-242-6226
Address
1202 Northport Drive, Madison, WI
53704
Location by County/County(ies) served
Dane
Ages Served
3-5 years old, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, High School Age, 18-21 years old
Funding Sources
Sliding Scale, Medicaid, CLTS
Description

El Colectivo de Familias Latinas trabaja con familias de habla hispana para ofrecerles a las families consultas individualizadas, empoderamiento y acceso a proveedores de cuidados de relevo o de respiro que hablen español, a través de oportunidades de educación y capacitación.El personal de habla hispana se pondrá en contacto con las familias para encontrar ecursos y apoyo familiar en áreas que incluyen:servicios de cuidado de relevo o respiro con proveedores de cuidados que hablan español y capacitación en cuidados de relevo para cuidadores;comprensión de los servicios de Apoyo a Largo Plazo para Niños (CLTS por sus siglas en inglés);conexiones con otras familias de niños con discapacidad y oportunidades para compartir recursos;identificación de recursos para una amplia gama de necesidades, desde adaptaciones o modificaciones del hogar hasta asegurar el bienestar en materia alimenticia y de vivienda;comprensión de los sistemas escolares y los apoyos educativos para usarlos de manera efectiva.Póngase en contacto con nosotros en esta dirección de correo electrónico: [email protected] Colectivo de Familias Latinas works with Spanish-speaking families to provide individualized consultations, access to Spanish-speaking respite care providers, and family empowerment through education and training opportunities. The Colectivo is a joint initiative between LOV Inc., the Catholic Multicultural Center, and Dulce Respite Center.Spanish-speaking staff will connect with families to identify resources and family support in areas including:Respite care services with Spanish-speaking care providers and respite care training for caregiversUnderstanding Children’s Long-Term SupportConnecting with other families that include a child with a disability and sharing resourcesIdentifying resources for a wide range of needs, from home modifications to food and housing securityNavigating school and educational supports

Location by County/County(ies) served
Dane
Short Description
Community Coordinated Child Care, Inc. (4-C) is part of a network of accredited, non-profit Wisconsin Child Care Resource & Referral agencies and Family Resource Centers providing advocacy and support services for child care in various counties. The agency strives to ensure that every child has access to high quality early care and education through integrated support and expertise.
Description

4-C can provide a listing of child care providers that meet your requirements, and help you understand how to choose quality care for your child. 4-C trains child care providers and parents in a wide variety of childhood topics. 4-C operates a resource library with books and toy kits available for check-out. 4-C certifies home-based child care providers, allowing you to earn money while staying home with your children. 4-C supports the Partner Up program, helping businesses contribute to their employees' child care costs.

Phone
608-271-9181
Address
5 Odana Court, Madison, WI
53719
Location by County/County(ies) served
Columbia, Dane, Grant, Green, Iowa, Lafayette, Rock, Sauk
Ages Served
Birth - 2 years old, 3-5 years old, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age
Funding Sources
Free, Private Pay
Short Description
Dane County, Comprehensive Community Services (CCS) is a voluntary, community-based program funded by the State of Wisconsin and operated by the Dane County Department of Human Services.
Description

The CCS program offers a wide array of psychosocial rehabilitation services. These are services and support activities that assist CCS clients with mental health and/or substance use conditions to achieve their highest possible level of independent functioning, stability, and independence, and to facilitate recovery.

Phone
608-242-6415
Address
CCS Intake Worker, 1202 Northport Drive, 3rd floor, Madison, WI
53704
Location by County/County(ies) served
Dane
Ages Served
3-5 years old, Elementary School Age, Middle School Age, High School Age, 18-21 years old, Adults
Funding Sources
Free
Description

Familias Unidas con Niños con Necesidades Especiales (FUNNE) ofrece grupos de apoyo mensuales y reuniones educativas en español para familias con niños con necesidades especiales. Como un esfuerzo colaborativo de proveedores y organizaciones del área, FUNNE ofrece a las familias y cuidadores de niños que tienen una discapacidad las herramientas que necesitan para superar las barreras que enfrentan para obtener atención y apoyo para sus seres queridos. La educación proporciona la base necesaria para comprender y manejar mejor las necesidades de sus hijos. Las actividades del programa incluyen discusiones grupales, presentaciones de expertos y proveedores sobre recursos comunitarios y eventos sociales. Se proporciona cuidado de niños y los niños realizan actividades educativas divertidas mientras sus padres se reúnen.Familias Unidas con Niños con Necesidades Especiales (FUNNE) offers monthly support groups and educational meetings in Spanish for families with children with special needs. As a collaborative effort of area providers and organizations, FUNNE offers families and caretakers of children who have a disability the tools they need to overcome the barriers they face in obtaining care and support for their loved ones. Education provides the foundation needed to understand and best handle their child’s needs. Program activities include group discussions, presentations by experts and providers on community resources, and social events. Child care is provided and children do fun educational activities while their parents meet.

Phone
608-441-3257
Address
Catholic Multicultural Center, 1862 Beld Street,, Madison, WI
53713
Location by County/County(ies) served
Dane
Funding Sources
Free