Adult with Autism
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Education about Transition Transition Age – News, Blog, Resources, Tool kits Parents Reaching Out forward at 14 Autism Speak Transition Packet 11 Considerations for autism at IEP IEP Checklist ASD Considerations Definitions How to participate in your own IEP According to the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) reauthorized in […]
Diagnostic and treatment services for children with ASD are generally available in New Mexico, and are funded by private insurance, public employee insurance, and Medicaid. To find out specifics of your insurance plan, consult your benefit handbook or talk to a customer service representative at the health plan. The links […]
What is a DD Waiver? This waiver program helps eligible New Mexicans live in their homes and communities by allowing them to choose from a menu of services and supports. The Developmental Disabilities Waiver (DD Waiver) serves individuals with an intellectual disability or specific related conditions and developmental disabilities that […]
What is New Mexico Centennial Care? Centennial Care is the name of the New Mexico Medicaid program. Most people who have Centennial Care receive services through one of four managed care organizations (MCOs). Covered services include physical health (medical, dental, and vision), behavioral health (to help with issues such as […]
Supplemental Security Income (SSI) is a federal program that provides financial support for low income individuals with disabilities. If the individual is a child, the family’s income becomes the eligibility criteria. SSI comes with a Medicaid card. Although Medicaid is a federal program, it is state specific. New Mexico Medicaid […]
New Mexico Program Divisions