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Department of Health and Mental Hygiene
Maryland Crown Logo Governor Martin O'Marley and Lt. Governor Anthony Brown
Department of Health And Mental Hygiene  

 DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES ADMINISTRATION
  Michael S. Chapman, Director

Friends Aware, Inc.

Contact Information

P. O. Box 60
1601 Holland Street
Cumberland, Maryland 21501-0060
Telephone: (301)722-7268
FAX: (301)724-8965
Web Address: www.friendsaware.org

Services Offered

Residential, Individual Support Services, Respite Care, Day Habilitation Program, Sheltered Workshop/Vocational Day Program, Supported Employment, Transportation.

Individuals Have the Following Types of Disabilities:
Mental Retardation.

Number of Individuals Currently Being Served: 135

Ages Served: 21+

Home Region of DDA: Western

Counties Served: Allegany County

Year Established: 1954

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Mission Statement

Friends Aware, Inc. is dedicated to providing an array of individualized services and supports to persons with disabilities in such areas as vocational, residential, and retirement services. FAI's goal is to enhance the quality of life for individuals with developmental disabilities by promoting their individual choices and their full participation within the community.

Unique or Distinctive Qualities

N/A

Discuss How Your Agency Has Utilized The "Ask Me!" Survey Results.

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The "Ask Me!" Survey Results is available for the general public.

Discuss your quality assurance practices, including any agency accreditations

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How Does Your Agency Support People In Becoming Active Members Of Their Community?

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Steps Individuals Must Take to Apply for Services

Apply for services through Service Coordination or DDA

Special Considerations/Comments: N/A

Funding Sources: State, Local

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