How Family Navigation Can Help
Accessing Resources
- Regional and state developmental disability programs and services options
- First steps in accessing county, state and federal programs (disability waivers)
- Housing options: at home, independent living, group homes, respite
- Access to networks of professionals and service providers who can serve your family’s needs
Major Life Transitions
- Prenatal advising, such as for a newborn with Down syndrome
- Birth and infancy
- Toddlers and preschoolers
- Preparing for school at various transition points
- Preparing for life after school, including job preparation and aging-related services
- Legal considerations, such as guardianship, wills and trusts
Community Support
- Support system planning for someone with intellectual or developmental disabilities (IDD), such as Down syndrome (Trisomy 21), autism spectrum disorder (ASD) or Prader-Willi Syndrome
- Peer support and family connections
- Community resource connections
- Navigating any obstacle that is preventing you from achieving your goals
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Samantha Engelby
Family Navigation Specialist/Respite Coordinator
Main: 507-645-8866 Direct: 507-850-8860
Respite Events
Saturday Fun Day
A monthly program for families who care for children/adults with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities. Adults and children ages five and above with special needs who live at home with their families are welcome to join LBSA on the second Saturday of the month for crafts, games, outdoor activities and snacks.
The events are designed to provide a few hours of respite for caregivers and social interaction for participants. Pre-registration is required.
Families must complete an enrollment medical form prior to the event.
Event Details
- Held from 1 to 5 p.m. once each month at LBSA’s Oak Street Campus
- Cost is $20.00, fee waivers are available for those that qualify
- Refreshments are provided
2024/2025 Fun Day Dates
- December 7
- January 11
- February 8
- March 8
- April 12
- May 10
- June 15