Individual and Family Support Services: Ages 3 and Older

For individuals aged three and older, your initial experience with Community Bridges, following Intake and Eligibility, will be through Individual and Family Support Services. We provide support to people of all ages throughout Merrimack County who have any eligible disability, whether it is a developmental disability or an acquired brain disorder. 

Our services encompass a wide range of support options, including fostering positive collaboration with school districts, researching and selecting necessary service providers, and seeking community resources and opportunities. You and your family can choose from these options and creatively combine them to meet your priorities as you navigate each stage of life. 

We believe that a diverse range of life experiences and opportunities is available to you, and we are dedicated to helping you align the services you need to live the fulfilling life you envision. Our Service Coordinators and Family Support Specialists are trained in person-centered thinking strategies and facilitate person-centered planning. This approach allows individuals with disabilities to identify the personal life outcomes they wish to achieve, gain experiences throughout their lives, and collaborate with their personal support network to choose successful pathways. A person-centered approach is essential for enhancing your personal choices, decision-making, and direction. 

The Individual and Family Support Department consists of the following service coordination teams:

Family Support Services
Adult Service Coordination
Self-Directed Services