RFP Number: 0849
RE: Client # 0849
DESCRIPTION OF REQUESTED SERVICES: Individual is looking for Residential Respite services (for access to the community) on Monday, Wednesday, and/or Friday. Uses manual wheelchair; would need modified vehicle or a provider who is willing to ride Laketran with individual.
SEEKING AGENCY OR INDEPENDENT PROVIDER: Agency
FUNDING SOURCE: I/O Waiver
DEADLINE TO RESPOND: To be considered for an interview, please submit a response through the RFP portal. Be sure to include the referral (RFP) number, and your contact information in your response. RFPs are active in the portal for two weeks from date of posting.
DESCRIPTION OF INDIVIDUAL: Individual is a 44-year-old male with high-functioning cognitive abilities. He communicates in English and exhibits no aggressive behaviors. He lives in Mentor through a Shared Living arrangement but doesn’t have a wheelchair-accessible vehicle. He utilizes a slide transfer board independently and needs to reposition out of his wheelchair after approximately 5 hours to avoid pressure ulcers. He independently uses a catheter 3x day; utilizes a bowel routine with an enema on Tuesday/Thursday/Saturday. He self-administers his medication. He requires some assistance with ADLs, such as meal prep/cooking due to physical limitations. The Individual is interested in learning more about his community and accessing new places to meet friends. He is interested in reading about various topics, watching the news to stay abreast of current events, a fan of the Cleveland Guardians and Chicago Bulls, and enjoys a variety of musicians.
PROVIDER REQUIREMENTS: N/A
TRANSPORTATION NEEDS: Modified vehicle or a provider willing to ride on Laketran with him.
DIAGNOSES: Spina Bifida and Congenital Hydrocephalus
HOUSING: Lives at home in Mentor near 615.
DAY PROGRAM/EMPLOYMENT: None at this time. Looking for a program 3x week.