Disability Claims

Incorporated in 1975, The Arc of Walker is a health care services organization that offers day rehabilitative and supervised living services for adults and children with cognitive, intellectual and developmental disabilities. It offers case management, personal care and independent living services. The organization also provides training for self-care, daily living skills, and receptive and expressive language learning. It offers mental health diagnosis and behavioral modification services, as well as assistance with meal preparation, housekeeping, laundry and shopping for senior citizens. The Arc of Walker also provides a supported employment program that puts an emphasis on job search, analysis, assessment and coaching. Additionally, it offers a range of early intervention programs that focuses on physical, occupational and speech therapies and training for usage of assistive technologies for children up to three years of age. The Arc of Walker is located in Jasper, Ala.

The Centers for the Developmentally Disabled North Central Alabama (CDD NCA) is a private non-profit corporation dedicated to providing support and services for individuals who are mentally and/or physically challenged or developmentally delayed. Their mission is to recognize each person's unique strengths, dreams, and preferences, empowering them to live, work, and recreate in their community with the highest level of independence possible. CDD NCA offers a range of services including early intervention, residential programs, day habilitation, supported employment, and Camp CDD. With a volunteer board of directors, they strive to empower individuals to realize their full potential and live with dignity, while promoting inclusivity and support for the developmentally disabled community in North Central Alabama.Generated from the website

Established in 1965, Fellowship House Inc. is an agency funded by the United Way. Located in Birmingham, Ala., it provides a substance abuse recovery program designed to serve the special needs of an individual who suffers from alcoholism or drug addiction. The program includes personal, social and vocational adjustment necessary for the maintenance of a sober and productive life. The agency s clients include referrals from state mental health providers, public/private treatment programs, the VAMC and clients referred by the criminal justice system. An aftercare service includes group and individual counseling and self-help community participation, which allows for an effective transition to a non-institutional lifestyle.