In staying true to our purpose of helping people with disabilities maintain and increase personal independence, we offer the CDS program. This program allows the individual to increase the quality of life within the home through the assistance of the personal care attendant. Many individuals have been able to avoid unnecessary stays in residential facilities and some have even left residential facilities for the comfort and independence of their own homes. If you find that you need assistance with any basic living tasks and/or your physical safety and well being are at risk because an inability to care for yourself safely then contact us and we will assist you in understanding the CDS program and what it can do for your.

What services are covered under the CDS Program?

Meal preparation and clean-up

Shampoo, brush and comb hair

Brushing of teeth when the recipient is unable to do so

Shaving with an electric or safety razor

Bathing-giving bed baths and assisting with tub baths

Transfer of individual to and from a bed to a chair, wheelchair or walker

Making beds and changing sheets with individual in or out of bed

Cleaning fingernails and toenails

Household tasks, i.e. laundry and cleaning

Transportation for shopping and doctor visit

Facts About Eligibility:

To be eligible for the CDS program, an individual must be:

Currently eligible for Medicaid benefits

At least 18 years of age

Have a physical disability

Assessed by the Division of Health and Senior Services to determine individual needs

Willing and able to hire, direct and supervise your caregiver

Benefits of using OIL as your provider

You are the "boss" of your caregiver

Caring and helpful staff

Prompt Service

We can relate to your needs

Monthly case management services

How to Apply:

If you are currently receiving Medicaid:

Contact your local Department of Health and Senior Services

Request Ozark Independent Living as your provider for personal care services

Provides access to basic voice telephone calling (sending and receiving) for individuals with all types of disabilities through the delivery of adaptive telephone equipment.

TAP Phone provides such equipment as text telephones, voice carry over phones, phones for hearing carryover, amplified phones, Braille phones, hands-free phones, and photo phones.

Eligibility:

Be a Missouri Resident.

Have telephone service in your home.

Have a certified disability that prevents you from accessing or effectively using basic telephone services with standard    telephone equipment.

Have annual adjusted income not exceeding $60,000 for an individual.

How to Apply:

Contact Ozark Independent Living to schedule an appointment to have the phones demonstrated. You must be certified and go through the equipment selection process to choose the best phone for your situation.

Provides adaptive computer equipment necessary for access to the Internet and e-mail.

TAP Internet provides adaptive equipment that modifies how an individual uses a computer. If you have a partial loss of vision, TAP Internet can provide screen enlargement software. If you have a total loss of vision TAP Internet can provide a screen reader. If you are unable to use a standard keyboard or mouse, TAP Internet can provide adapted keyboards or alternative pointing devices. TAP Internet will NOT provide computers or adaptive equipment not needed for basic Internet access.

Qualifications:

Be unable to use traditional computer equipment.

Be a Missouri resident.

Meet financial income standards.

Have a computer.

Have Internet service.

How to Apply:

Contact Ozark Independent Living to see if you qualify for adaptive computer equipment.

Independent Living Services provides assistive devices, i.e. hand held showers, shower chairs, grab bars and much more.

Call for information regarding the following:

Wheel chair rental program

Ramps

Transportation