Greene County DSS

About

Lexington provides services and supports in Fulton and Albany Counties to approximately 1,000 children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, including autism, mental illness, cerebral palsy, physical disabilities, epilepsy and traumatic brain injuries. Lexington's person-first approach puts the emphasis on each person's needs, wants and desires rather than their disability. From how we structure program activities to the language we use at our agency, we are committed to fostering an environment where the people we support are not only respected and valued, but also play an integral role in Lexington's day-to-day operations. Lexington continues to expand and diversify while remaining deeply committed to its core values and mission of excellence – making Lexington a great place for people with disabilities and for our employees. Lexington is an innovative agency that constantly monitors the services we provide to find gaps or areas in need of improvement. It is through this careful evaluation process that we are able to enhance existing programs and develop new ones to best meet the needs of the individuals we support. In the past two years, Lexington has implemented two such programs:

Services Provided

Employment

• Work experience (e.g., volunteer, intern, apprentice, employment training programs)
• Youth and adult employment programs

Independent/Community Living

• Housing/Residential services (e.g., apartment, low-income housing)
• Supported living (e.g., in-home assistance, group living)
• Recreation (e.g., parks, sports centers, arts, summer camps)
• Home modifications (e.g., ramps, environmental control)
• Financial assistance (e.g., public assistance, financial literacy)
• Transportation (e.g., public transportation, driving instruction, vehicle modification)
• Food security (e.g., food pantries)

Healthcare

• Mental health (e.g., crisis, clinics, social work)

Supported Age Ranges

• Early childhood (0-5)
• School age (5-18)
• Young adult (18+)

Counties Served

• GREENE
• COLUMBIA