What is Children’s Long Term Support Waiver Program (CLTS)?
CLTS services includes a variety of home and community-based supports designed to enhance the quality of life for children with significant disabilities and to keep families together. Based on the belief that each family is unique and that parents are in the best position to know the specific needs of their children and their families, CLTS services are family-centered and flexible, with parents choosing the assistance they receive.
Who is Eligible?
Families are eligible for the CLTS Program if they have a child under 18 years of age, who has a significant disability and is living at home in Dane County or returning from an out-of-home placement.
What Help Is Provided?
CLTS staff work with families who have a child with a disability to:
*Understand and gain access to available resources.
*Coordinate services, advocate for the child, and facilitate teamwork and problem-solving.
*Purchase needed goods and services not available through other funding sources.
*Help families to build and strengthen networks of support, to encourage friendships for their children, and to plan for the future.
What Can Families Purchase?
Financial assistance through the program is flexible and individually tailored to the needs of each family. Funds can be used to purchase architectural modifications, child care, therapy and medical care, equipment, recreation, respite and other expenses related to the care of their child with a disability. CLTS is the funding source of last resort and can only be used for services approved though the waiver.
How Do I Apply?
Start by contacting Dane County CLTS Intake at 608-242-6226 or cltsintake@countyofdane.com, to make an eligibility referral for CLTS Waiver. Your child will be placed on the CLTS wait list if found functionally eligible.