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Privacy Policy Effective Date: October 3, 2024 ​ ABI Resources ("we," "us," or "our") is committed to protecting the privacy and confidentiality of personal, medical, and financial information that we receive, collect, or use in providing our services. This comprehensive privacy policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard information in compliance with applicable federal and state laws, including the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), the Connecticut Personal Data Act, and other relevant regulations. ​ 1. Overview of Privacy Practices This Privacy Policy applies to all employees, contractors, volunteers, physicians, business associates, and individuals whose actions are under the direct control of ABI Resources. We are committed to safeguarding Protected Health Information (PHI) and Personally Identifiable Information (PII) that is collected, stored, or disclosed in our daily operations. ​ 2. Key Privacy Commitments As an organization providing healthcare-related services, we are legally required to: Safeguard the privacy and security of PHI and PII. Provide clear notice regarding how we use and disclose PHI and PII. Notify individuals in the event of a breach involving unsecured PHI. Follow the terms of this policy, except when changes are made, at which point we will update the policy as required. 3. Information We Collect and Store Automatically Collected Information When you visit our website, certain information is collected automatically, such as: The domain name and IP address from which you access our site. The type of browser and operating system used. The date and time of your visit. The pages you visit. The referral source from which you linked to our site. This information is used for statistical analysis and to improve our site’s performance. In certain cases, such as responding to legal requests, this information may be used to identify individuals and may be shared with relevant authorities. Personal Information You Voluntarily Provide You do not have to provide personal information to visit our website or use our services. However, when you choose to provide personal information, including PHI, by contacting us via email, submitting forms, or providing it for service purposes, we may use that information to: Respond to your inquiries. Coordinate care and services. Handle billing and payments. Facilitate healthcare operations. We maintain and destroy personal information in compliance with the Federal Records Act and the National Archives and Records Administration (NARA). ​ 4. Uses and Disclosures of PHI and PII We may use and disclose PHI and PII in the following circumstances without requiring your authorization: Treatment We may use PHI to provide, coordinate, and manage your healthcare services. For example, doctors, nurses, and other healthcare professionals involved in your care may share your PHI to provide effective treatment. Payment We may use and disclose your PHI to bill you, your insurance company, or third parties for services rendered. This may include sharing PHI with billing agencies and insurance companies. Healthcare Operations We may use PHI for our internal operations, including quality assessment, improvement activities, staff training, and credentialing healthcare professionals. Business Associates We may share your PHI with third parties who perform certain functions on our behalf, such as billing or legal services, provided they agree to safeguard your information in accordance with HIPAA and other relevant laws. Fundraising Activities We may contact you for fundraising purposes but will provide you with the option to opt out of receiving such communications. Research In certain circumstances, we may use or disclose your PHI for research purposes, provided proper authorization is obtained, or the research is conducted in compliance with applicable laws and guidelines. Public Health and Safety We may disclose your PHI when required by law to public health authorities to prevent or control disease, injury, or disability. We may also disclose PHI to avert a serious threat to your health or safety. Legal Proceedings and Law Enforcement We may use and disclose PHI in response to legal requirements, such as court orders, subpoenas, or other lawful processes. This also includes disclosures to law enforcement in certain circumstances, such as identifying a suspect, fugitive, or missing person. Specialized Government Functions We may disclose PHI related to military, national security, intelligence activities, and for the protection of the President or other officials. Other Uses and Disclosures Any other uses and disclosures of your PHI will only be made with your written authorization. You may revoke your authorization in writing at any time, except to the extent that we have already relied on it. ​ 5. Individual Rights You have the following rights with respect to your PHI: Right to Access and Copies You have the right to inspect and obtain a copy of your PHI maintained by us. This includes the right to direct us to send a copy of your PHI to another individual or entity. Requests for copies may incur a reasonable, cost-based fee. Right to Amend If you believe that your PHI is incorrect or incomplete, you have the right to request an amendment to your records. Right to Accounting of Disclosures You have the right to request an accounting of certain disclosures of your PHI. This does not include disclosures for treatment, payment, and healthcare operations, or for disclosures authorized by you. Right to Request Restrictions You may request restrictions on the use and disclosure of your PHI. While we are not always obligated to agree, we will comply with requests to restrict disclosure to your health plan if you have paid for a service in full. Right to Confidential Communications You have the right to request that we communicate with you in a specific manner (e.g., only at a certain address or phone number). Right to Receive a Copy of This Notice You have the right to receive a paper copy of this Privacy Policy upon request. ​ 6. Security Safeguards We are committed to safeguarding your PHI through physical, electronic, and procedural security measures: Encryption: We encrypt sensitive data in transit to protect your information from unauthorized access. Access Controls: Access to PHI is restricted to authorized personnel based on job function and necessity. Monitoring and Auditing: We regularly audit and monitor systems to detect potential breaches or unauthorized access. Breach Notification: In the event of a breach of unsecured PHI, we will notify affected individuals as required by law. 7. Breach Notification Procedures If a breach involving unsecured PHI occurs, we are required to notify affected individuals, the Secretary of Health and Human Services (HHS), and potentially the media under certain circumstances. ​ 8. Third-Party Websites and Applications We may interact with third-party websites and applications, such as social media platforms, for public engagement and transparency. While we control our own official accounts, your activity on third-party platforms is governed by their privacy policies. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of third-party platforms before interacting with them. ​ 9. Changes to this Privacy Policy We reserve the right to modify this Privacy Policy at any time. Changes will apply to all PHI we maintain and will be made available on our website or posted at our office locations. The effective date of any updates will be reflected on the policy. ​ 10. Filing Complaints If you believe that your privacy rights have been violated, you may file a complaint with us or with the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). To file a complaint with ABI Resources, please contact: ABI Resources – Privacy Officer 39 Kings HWY STE C Gales Ferry, CT 06335 Email: ABI@CTBRAININJURY.com Phone: (860) 942-0365 You may also contact the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Office for Civil Rights. We will not retaliate against you for filing a complaint. Let's Chat Phone 860 942-0365 Email ABI@CTBRAININJURY.COM First Name Last Name Email Message Send Thanks for submitting!

Salud mental ​ Disruptive, impulse control, and conduct What are disruptive, impulse control, and conduct disorders (DIC)? DICs are a group of disorders that all involve impulsive behaviors, or a lack of self-control. Some of these include oppositional defiant disorder (ODD), conduct disorder, antisocial personality disorder, and intermittent explosive disorder. Acting before thinking - In psychology, impulsivity (or impulsiveness) is a tendency to act on a whim, displaying behavior characterized by little or no forethought, reflection, or consideration of the consequences. Obsesivo y Compulsivo No puede dejar de pensar o hablar sobre un tema -Las conductas obsesivo-compulsivas tienen pensamientos, sentimientos, ideas, sensaciones (obsesiones) y conductas repetidas y no deseadas que les impulsan a hacer algo una y otra vez (compulsiones). A menudo la persona lleva a cabo conductas para deshacerse de los pensamientos obsesivos. Desorden de ansiedad social La ansiedad social es el miedo a situaciones sociales que implican interacción con otras personas. Se podría decir que la ansiedad social es el miedo y la ansiedad de ser juzgado y evaluado negativamente por otras personas. Es un trastorno generalizado y causa ansiedad y miedo en casi todas las áreas de la vida de una persona. Trastornos disociativos Causas, Síntomas, Diagnóstico, Tratamiento, Patología Los trastornos disociativos (DD) son afecciones que implican alteraciones o fallos de la memoria, la conciencia, la identidad o la percepción. Las personas con trastornos disociativos utilizan la disociación, como mecanismo de defensa, de forma patológica e involuntaria. Insomnio Causas, Síntomas, Diagnóstico, Tratamiento y Patología Insomnio habitual; incapacidad para dormir. Clinical Depression Major, Post-partum, Atypical, Melancholic, Persistent Depression is a mood disorder that causes a persistent feeling of sadness and loss of interest. Also called major depressive disorder or clinical depression, it affects how you feel, think and behave and can lead to a variety of emotional and physical problems. ... Depression may require long-term treatment. Trastorno de pánico Ataques de pánico, Causas, Síntomas, Diagnóstico, Tratamiento y Patología Trastorno de pánico. ... Los ataques de pánico van acompañados de manifestaciones físicas, como palpitaciones del corazón, sudoración y mareos, así como miedo a morir o volverse loco. La preocupación por sufrir un ataque puede provocar ansiedad adicional y conductas de evitación u otros problemas de funcionamiento. Trastorno de ansiedad generalizada (TAG) Causas, síntomas y tratamiento El trastorno de ansiedad generalizada (TAG) es mucho más que la ansiedad normal que las personas experimentan día a día. Es crónico y quienes lo padecen experimentan mucha preocupación y tensión, a menudo sin provocación. Este trastorno implica anticiparse al desastre, preocupándose muchas veces excesivamente por la salud, el dinero, la familia o el trabajo. Trastorno de estrés postraumático (TEPT) Causas, síntomas, tratamiento y patología. El trastorno de estrés postraumático (TEPT) es una afección de salud mental que se desencadena por un evento aterrador, ya sea al experimentarlo o presenciarlo. Los síntomas pueden incluir flashbacks, pesadillas y ansiedad severa, así como pensamientos incontrolables sobre el evento. Trastorno bipolar (depresión y manía) Causas, síntomas, tratamiento y patología. El trastorno bipolar anteriormente se llamaba depresión maníaca. Es una forma de trastorno afectivo mayor o trastorno del estado de ánimo, definido por episodios maníacos o hipomaníacos (cambios del estado de ánimo normal acompañados de estados de alta energía).

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abi resources 8 types of self care physical mental emotional spiritual social financial abi resources 8 types of self care physical mental emotional spiritual social financial abi resources 8 types of self care physical mental emotional spiritual social financial abi resources 8 types of self care physical mental emotional spiritual social financial abi resources 8 types of self care physical mental emotional spiritual social financial abi resources 8 types of self care physical mental emotional spiritual social financial 1/2 Teaching Self-care takes many forms and is a crucial piece of mental wellness. Checking your feelings during and after a self-care activity ca n help you know what works well for you. Some activities are nourishing, depending on how you are feeling that day. Here are eight types of self-care and examples to consider: ​ PHYS ICAL SE LF-CARE Self-care has to do with fe eling physically well and maintaining physical health. ​ • Sleep or rest • Stretching, walking, or exercise that feels good • Keeping medical appointments • Healthy food • Fresh air ​ EMOTIONAL SELF-CARE Self-care involves attending to your emotions, finding empathy and self-compassion, and seeking help when needed. ​ • Journal or talk it out • Stress management • Listen to or make music/art • Self-compassion • Counseling ​ ​ SOCIAL SELF-CARE Self-care has to do with a healthy family and social relationships. ​ • Time with others (in person or virtually) • Healthy Boundaries • Balancing alone time and social time (or small groups and large groups) • Positive social media • Asking for help ​ ​ SPIRITUAL SELF-CARE Self-care has to do with religious beliefs or spirituality. ​ • Connection • Prayer or meditation • Reflection • Attending worship services or groups (if applicable) • Nature ​ ​ PERSONAL SELF-CARE Self-care has to do with knowing and honoring yourself and what you enjoy. ​ • Listening to yourself (getting out of autopilot) • Hobbies • Treating yourself • Trying something new • Getting to know yourself ​ ​ HOME ENVIRONMENT SELF-CARE Self-care involves maintaining a safe, functional, and comfortable home environment. ​ • Safety • Security and stability • Cleaning and organizing (whatever that means for you) • Comfy space • Healthy living environment ​ FINANCIAL SELF-CARE Self-care has to do with maintaining your financial goals and obligations. ​ • Money management and budgeting • Saving • Seeking help or information • “Fun” money • Paying bills ​ ​ WORK, SCHOOL, CAREGIVING, OR OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES Self-care has to do with attending to your needs in the realms of work, school, caregiving, or other responsibilities. ​ • Time management • Feeling productive and valued • Learning and developing skills (and seeking help when needed) • Healthy work boundaries and communication • Break time ​ ​

It's your life and your program. You're the boss. The Medicaid MFP and ABI Waiver are Person-Centered Programs. A person should never be forced, tricked, or shamed into taking action . ​ There are two Acquired Brain Injury (ABI) Waivers, known as ABI Waiver I and ABI Waiver II, which are provided by the Federal Government and administered by the Depa rtment of Social Services (DSS). These waivers provide a person-centered plan of care for an array of non-medical, home and community-based services to individuals with an acquired brain injury who currently receive or would otherwise require services in an institutional setting. What is Person-Centered care? • Care that’s guided and informed by a person’s goals, preferences, and values. • The success of the services is measured by the person ’s reported outcomes success. • Integrated and coordinated care across health systems, providers, and care settings. • A team works together to support managing chronic and complex challenges. • Relationships are built on trust and a commitment to the person ’s long-term well-being. What does person-centered care mean for a person? ​ Person-centered care allows a person to make informed decisions about their treatment and well-being. They have a team of primary care providers, specialists, and other health care providers who know them, listen to them, and are accountable for their care. Doctors and other healthcare professionals help person-centered care persons manage their health care by providing tools and services that align with their preferences and values so they can reach their health goals. What does person-centered care mean for ABI Resources? ​ Person-centered care means doctors and other healthcare providers work collaboratively with a person and other healthcare providers to do what is best for the person’s health and well-being. It offers healthcare providers the necessary support, like access to a person’s health data to understand their comprehensive needs. By providing doctors and other healthcare providers with this big-picture information, ABI Resources is better equipped to develop care plans that include empathy, dignity, and respect for persons, their families, and other caregivers.

Proyectos multimedia creativos de concientización sobre las lesiones cerebrales ABI Resources trabaja con múltiples organizaciones, incluidas DSS, DMHAS, WWP, CCC, CCCI, SWCAA, WCAAA, Allied, Yale, UConn, Gaylord, HFSC y más para brindar la mejor atención a las personas. Vida con apoyo en el hogar, atención comunitaria y amistad en Connecticut.

Connecticut Department of Social Services address. Bridgeport Field Office 925 Housatonic Avenue Bridgeport, CT 06606 DSS Field Offices and the staffed Benefits Center ( 1-855-626-6632 ) are open Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday, from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (closed Wednesday).​ Cormorant Garamond es una fuente clásica con un toque moderno. Es fácil de leer en pantallas de cualquier forma y tamaño, y perfecto para largos bloques de texto. Phone 1-855-626-6632 Connecticut CT Department of Social Services DSS MFP Money Follows the Person a Phone 1-855-626-6632 Connecticut CT Department of Social Services DSS MFP Money Follows the Person and ABI Waiver Program Fairfield Hartford Litchfield Middlesex New Haven New London Tolland Windham CT community care Home Health ABI Resources Phone 1-855-626-6632 Connecticut CT Department of Social Services DSS MFP Money Follows the Person a Phone 1-855-626-6632 Connecticut CT Department of Social Services DSS MFP Money Follows the Person and ABI Waiver Program Fairfield Hartford Litchfield Middlesex New Haven New London Tolland Windham CT community care Home Health ABI Resources Phone 1-855-626-6632 Connecticut CT Department of Social Services DSS MFP Money Follows the Person a Phone 1-855-626-6632 Connecticut CT Department of Social Services DSS MFP Money Follows the Person and ABI Waiver Program Fairfield Hartford Litchfield Middlesex New Haven New London Tolland Windham CT community care Home Health ABI Resources Phone 1-855-626-6632 Connecticut CT Department of Social Services DSS MFP Money Follows the Person a Phone 1-855-626-6632 Connecticut CT Department of Social Services DSS MFP Money Follows the Person and ABI Waiver Program Fairfield Hartford Litchfield Middlesex New Haven New London Tolland Windham CT community care Home Health ABI Resources 1/13 Bridgeport Hartford Manchester Middletown Nueva Bretaña New Haven Norwich Torrington Stamford Waterbury Willimantic programa multifunción Programa de exención ABI Servicios de atención médica Asistencia financiera Criterio de elegibilidad Proceso de renovación de beneficios Interrupciones del servicio Asistencia médica Apoyo alimentario Asistencia en efectivo Solicitar beneficios Verificar elegibilidad Mi cuenta Información sobre los beneficios del DSS Servicios sociales Programas de asistencia pública Beneficios del gobierno. RECURSOS ABI CONNECTICUT CT DSS LESIÓN CEREBRAL ADQUIRIDA EXENCIÓN DE ABI Y PROVEEDOR DE AGENCIA MFP. LÍDERES DE VIDA APOYADA Y DE CUIDADO COMUNITARIO DE CT. LESIÓN CEREBRAL COMUNIDAD DE CONNECTICUT BICC DERECHOS DE DISCAPACIDAD DE LOS DEFENSORES DE CONNECTICUT

Opciones de vivienda y asistencia Las personas que viven con discapacidades a menudo necesitan opciones de vida que les apoyen. La elección correcta depende de varios factores, incluidas las necesidades de apoyo, los gastos y las preferencias personales. ​ ABI Resources ayuda a quienes buscan viviendas de vida asistida a superar las dos barreras principales: elegir una vivienda y decidir cómo pagarla. ​ Opciones de atención para personas y personas con discapacidades Hay tres niveles de vida asistida: comunidades de vida asistida, comunidades de vida independiente y atención domiciliaria. La atención domiciliaria brinda asistencia con la vida diaria al hogar, la vida independiente ofrece una comunidad con comodidades convenientes y la vida asistida combina una comunidad que ofrece comodidades convenientes con apoyo para las tareas de la vida diaria. ​ Hay muchas otras habilidades para la vida independiente que se enseñan en ABI Resources. Algunos de los servicios incluyen planificación para el futuro, relaciones saludables, vivir bien con una discapacidad, actitudes positivas y superación de barreras, expresión artística y administración del dinero. Estos son sólo algunos de los muchos servicios de vida con apoyo que están disponibles. Si usted o un ser querido está interesado en reunirse con ABI Resources, nos encantaría hablar con usted.