Family-centered care and family services are high priority for all SCEC Related Service providers. Our educators and therapists work closely with families to provide information and training as needed to ensure that families have the supports and resources they need to provide optimal care for their child at home. Related Service providers also help families obtain needed adaptive equipment for home, working directly with third party payers to insure that all medically-necessary equipment is covered at no cost to the family whenever possible. Related Service providers work with state and federal agencies on the student’s behalf to assist in disability determination as needed for the student to qualify for assistance programs such as Social Security, Massachusetts Rehabilitation Commission, and/or accessible housing. Related Service providers support families through parent trainings and presentations to local Parent Advisory Council (PAC) groups.