What is the Virginia DD waiver?
Virginia’s DD Waiver provides home and community-based supports for children and adults with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities. There are two types of DD Waivers based on an individual’s needs that provide therapeutic consultation:
1. Family & Individual Support Waiver (FIS)
2. Community Living Waiver (CL)
Therapeutic Consultation services are available to individuals receiving either the FIS or CL Waiver.
📌 Note: There is currently a statewide waitlist for DD Waiver services. Waiver access is managed through the local Community Services Board (CSB).
What is Therapeutic Consultation
Therapeutic Consultation is an indirect service provided by a licensed or credentialed professional in a specialized area such as behavior support, occupational therapy, physical therapy, speech-language pathology, or recreation therapy.
Our Therapeutic Consultation services include a personalized assessment of the individual’s needs, followed by the development of a tailored Therapeutic Support Plan. We provide training and coaching for family members, caregivers, and support providers to ensure effective implementation. Our team offers strategies to enhance behavior, communication, mobility, and daily living skills, along with guidance in selecting and utilizing appropriate assistive devices and adaptive supports.
These consultative services are designed to help caregivers and support teams successfully implement individualized interventions and build a more supportive environment for the person receiving waiver services.
How it works
1. Referral & Authorization: Services must be authorized in the individual’s support plan by their Support Coordinator.
2. Assessment: Our clinicians meet with the individual and their team to identify needs in their area of specialty.
3. Plan Development: A comprehensive Therapeutic Consultation Support Plan is created with evidence-based recommendations.
4. Training & Support: We provide ongoing consultation, training, and guidance to the care team.
What are indirect services?
Indirect services like Therapeutic Consultation are non-direct—they do not replace hands-on care but enhance the support system through clinical guidance. These services can be provided in combination with:
Our services include:
• Personalized assessment of needs
• Therapeutic Support Plan development
• Caregiver coaching and training
• Strategies for behavior, mobility, and communication
• Assistive device support
Interested in accessing waiver services?
To get started:
1. Find your local Community Services Board (CSB) Click here
2. Complete the intake process to determine eligibility
3. Be added to the DD Waiver waitlist, based on priority need
4. Once a waiver slot is assigned, work with your Support Coordinator to include Therapeutic Consultation in your Individual Support Plan (ISP)
Ready to Work With Us?
If you're a family member, support coordinator, or service provider looking to collaborate, contact us directly to learn how we can support your client or loved one through Therapeutic Consultation.
📞 (804) 923-4588 (local)
📞 (512) 961-5316 (corporate)
📧 info@chawtx.com
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