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Supported Independent Living Advocacy Program (SILAP) - Disability Rights Louisiana The Supported Independent Living Advocacy Program (SILAP) helps adults with developmental disabilities receiving Medicaid waiver services obtain supports in order to live in their homes, in the community.
Disability Rights Louisiana administers the Supported Independent Living Advocacy Program (SILAP) through a contract with the Louisiana Department of Justice (Office of Attorney General). SILAP provides free services to persons with developmental disabilities residing in supported independent living environments in the State of Louisiana Human Services Districts I, II, and X (listed below).
The goal of SILAP is to improve life for individuals with disabilities in the community. To be eligible for services, an individual must: Have a developmental disability Receive Medicaid-waiver services Reside in one of the parishes served by Human Services Districts: Region I (Metropolitan Human Services District) District I: Orleans, Plaquemines, or St.
Bernard Region II (Capital Area Human Services District) District II: Ascension, East Baton Rouge, East Feliciana, Iberville, Pointe Coupee, West Baton Rouge, or West Feliciana Region X (Jefferson Parish Human Services Authority) To eligible participants, SILAP provides case advocacy services to assist clients in making requests, applying for services, bringing complaints to appropriate parties/entities, and seeking resolution of requests.
SILAP also works to address systems issues- issues that are widespread and/or common to all waiver recipients. SILAP provides Information and Referrals on rights and resources to SILAP clients and/or family members. This service also provides referral to other Disability Rights Louisiana legal services; Adult Protective Services; and family, consumer, and advocacy groups.
SILAP also provides education to human services districts, the private provider community, and the general public about the rights of people with developmental disabilities and Medicaid waivers. DRLA Supported Independent Living Advocacy Project (SILAP) Supported Independent Living Program (SILAP) helps transition clients from ICF group homes onto waivers SILAP is working with clients entering or returning into the workforce.
A SILAP advocate assisted a new client transition to a new provider after several issues with staffing in her home.
SILAP has been working with transitioning clients from ICF… More Continue Reading: Supported Independent Living Program (SILAP) helps transition clients from ICF group homes onto waivers DRLA helps secure housing, schooling, health equipment, and basic needs for SILAP client JK is a 20-year-old young man with very advanced muscular dystrophy. At this point, he is only able to speak and make some facial expressions with difficulty.
He requires total care for all movement and ADLs. JK became a client… More Continue Reading: DRLA helps secure housing, schooling, health equipment, and basic needs for SILAP client Private: DRLA works to stop reduction in benefits TT and BT are former SILAP clients brought in because of an SSA overpayment. The sister started receiving letters from SSA informing them of reductions in their benefits.
A sibling came forward file for benefits which reduced the sisters amount… More Continue Reading: Private: DRLA works to stop reduction in benefits DRLA Supported Independent Living Advocacy Program (SILAP) [PDF] More View Resource: DRLA Supported Independent Living Advocacy Program (SILAP) Stay current with the latest news.
Mission Statement & History Autonomy/ Self-determination Advocacy for Older Adults Rights Protection/ Institutions Accessible, Affordable Housing Strengthening Protections for Beneficiaries of Social Security Client Assistance Program (CAP) Protection & Advocacy of Beneficiaries of Social Security Community Living Ombudsman Program (CLOP) Financial Access Inclusion and Resources Project (FAIR) Supported Independent Living Advocacy Program (SILAP) Representative Payee Program Work Incentives Planning & Assistance (WIPA) Public Policy & Legislative Advocacy Monitoring & Investigations Information & Referral (Helpful Links) Email: info@disabilityrightsla.
org
Based on current listing details, eligibility includes: Individuals with disabilities in Louisiana seeking supported independent living advocacy. Applicants should confirm final requirements in the official notice before submission.
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