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ABOUT HORIZONS
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Horizons works in partnership with families and communities to expand opportunities for individuals with, or at risk of, developmental disabilities. |
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The Board of Horizons is a governing board which develops policies and provides direction for our nonprofit organization. Our Board members come from diverse backgrounds and bring different perspectives. We have parents, business leaders, representatives from other agencies, parents of people in our programs and a consumer. All volunteer their time and expertise! Meetings are held on the second Wednesday of each month.
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Horizons Specialized Services (Horizons) was created in 1975 to provide services to persons with developmental disabilities in five northwest Colorado counties (Grand, Jackson, Moffat, Rio Blanco, and Routt). The administration office for Horizons is located in Steamboat Springs. Residential services to adults are primarily located in Routt and Moffat Counties. Services to families and children are both home- and center-based in Moffat, Rio Blanco and Routt Counties. Services to families are primarily home-based in Grand and Jackson Counties.
In general, a developmental disability is one which is attributed to mental retardation, cerebral palsy, epilepsy, autism, or a neurological impairment which may originate during the developmental period, can be expected to continue indefinitely, and constitutes a substantial handicap.
Horizons is a 501©3 tax-exempt, not-for-profit corporation and is one of twenty community-centered boards in the State of Colorado designated by the Division for Developmental Disabilities (DDD) to provide services within a specified catchment area,. The relationship is defined through the legislative charge of Title 27, Article 10.5, C.R.S. As one of twenty community-centered boards, Horizons is the “single point of entry” into state-funded services for persons with developmental disabilities with the exception of the public schools.
The primary goal of the agency is to provide support to persons with developmental disabilities in order for them to reach their potential within the least restrictive environment possible. It is also the goal of the agency to provide programs in integrated settings, both socially and physically. To accomplish this goal the agency offers a variety of programs primarily through direct services. Horizons is committed to working closely with other local agencies and professionals in developing resources to best meet the needs of both the persons receiving services and their families.
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Service Coordination helps people with developmental disabilities get the information they need to understand their options and make informed choices to reach individual and family goals. Individuals and their families are supported in accessing community resources, making transitions, and selecting appropriate services. Service Coordination also assists with exploring options such as Social Security, other county benefits, L.E.A.P. or food stamps.
Every individual eligible for Horizons’ services has a Service Coordinator who assists them in accessing services and supports. Service Coordinators monitor services, act as liaisons with other service providers, and assist in the development of a plan for services and supports.
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Northwest Colorado is one of the most beautiful and exciting places to live, work and play!
If you are interested in making a difference in the lives of individuals with developmental disabilities, call us!
Routt County Day Program: Ginny, 871-4800, x100
Routt County Residential: Yvonne, 871-4800, x101
Moffat County: Michael, 824-7804, x201
Grand County: Amanda, 879-2065, x111
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Early Intervention Services, Family Support Services, Supported Living Services |
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Early Intervention Services, Family Support Services |
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Early Intervention Services, Family Support Services, Supported Living Services, Day Program, Residential Services, Vocational Services |
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