Arthael Alexander, most call him LB, is a veteran of the United States Air Force. Arthael has been working with adults with DD/IDD for 7 years. He’s done everything in a PASA, from direct support to day program manager, and residential case management. He has extensive knowledge of the ADA through his work as a state certified ADA coordinator through the Rocky Mountain ADA Center. He has completed trainings with the CDC, advocating for social justice for people with disabilities, and Arthael has worked as an advocate for El Paso County Courts to help adults navigate through the court system. In his spare time, he enjoys playing sports, doing music, and spending time with his twin sons.
Respite Care means services provided to an eligible member who is unable to care for himself/herself on a short term basis because of the absence or the need for relief of those persons normally providing care.
Homemaker Services are general household activities provided in the home of an eligible member when the person ordinarily responsible for these activities is absent or unable to manage these tasks.
Under Residential Habilitation Services and Supports (RHSS) the responsibility for the living environment rests with the service agency and encompass Individual Residential Services and Supports and Community Transition Services
Supported employment services, which consist of paid employment for persons for whom competitive employment is unlikely, and who, because of their disabilities, need intensive ongoing support to perform in a work setting.
Provides necessary services and supports for individuals with adults with intellectual or developmental disabilities so they can remain in their homes and communities with minimal impact to individuals’ community and social supports.
Prevocational services are designed to assist individuals with developmental disabilities in acquiring and maintaining work habits and work-related skills.