ICF Services
ICF Services support individuals in day programs, community outings, volunteering, supported employment, and any other programs that foster inclusion and independence.
ICF Homes provide 24-hour awake staff, with higher staffing ratios than other programs. ICF Homes provide Active Treatment, defined as a continuous, aggressive, and consistent program of specialized & generic training, treatment, and health or related services that are directed toward helping each individual function with as much self- determination and independence as possible. Active treatment is required across all environments and during all waking hours.
Intermediate Care Facilities
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Tennessee
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Intermediate Care Facilities · Tennessee ·
Each individual participates in a comprehensive assessment which includes all therapy assessments, individual, family, and staff input, and a medical assessment.
Data from the comprehensive assessment is collated by the Qualified Intellectual Disability Professional (QIDP) and is the foundation for all Active Treatment. The QIDP and Circle of Support use this assessment to formulate an Individual Support Plan and to develop and monitor both formal and informal services. The Support Plan uses a person-centered structure to document supervision needs, individual preferences, and goals to facilitate the individual succeeding in their desired life and improving their independence. The QIDP also ensures each individual’s goals are specific, measurable, relevant and flexible.
ICF Services provide case management and comprehensive programming oversight by a QIDP, medication administration by licensed nurses, access to 24-hour nursing, comprehensive protection from harm oversight, healthcare services, behavioral services, transportation services, required therapeutic services, recreation and community engagement and enhanced building standards for safety requirements.
The State of Tennessee mandates an individual/conservator complete a Freedom of Choice process before entering ICF Services.
This Freedom of Choice ensures each person understands the alternative services available, but no State can limit access to ICF Services, as the individual/conservator have the right to make an informed choice between ICF and another service offered by the State such as HCBS (waiver) programs.