Traumatic & Acquired
Brain Injury Support Services

Kaleidoscope Family Solutions (KFS) Massachusetts provides home- and community-based support for eligible individuals with acquired brain injuries (ABI), traumatic brain injuries (TBI), and other qualifying needs. Our services help individuals build independence, strengthen daily living skills, and participate in their communities.

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Traumatic & Acquired
Brain Injury Support Services

Kaleidoscope Family Solutions (KFS) Massachusetts provides home- and community-based support for eligible individuals with acquired brain injuries (ABI), traumatic brain injuries (TBI), and other qualifying needs. Our services help individuals build independence, strengthen daily living skills, and participate in their communities.

Explore Service Availability by Region:

Massachusetts

Understanding Brain Injury

Acquired brain injury (ABI) and traumatic brain injury (TBI) are related terms, but they are not the same. Both describe brain injuries that occur after birth; the key difference is how the injury occurs. Understanding the differences between ABI and TBI can help individuals and families explore appropriate support services and identify resources that may meet their needs.

What Is an Acquired Brain Injury (ABI)?

An acquired brain injury is an injury to the brain that occurs after birth and is not hereditary, congenital, degenerative, or caused by birth trauma. ABI is a broad term that can include brain injuries caused by external forces as well as other acquired causes.

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Supportive rehabilitation activities

What Is a Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)?

A traumatic brain injury is a specific type of acquired brain injury caused by an outside physical force that disrupts normal brain function. A TBI can occur when the head is bumped, struck, jolted, or penetrated.

A mild TBI, often called a concussion, may cause headaches, dizziness, difficulty concentrating, or other temporary changes. Moderate to severe TBI may involve longer-term cognitive, physical, emotional, or behavioral changes and may require ongoing support.

What Is a Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)?

A traumatic brain injury is a specific type of acquired brain injury caused by an outside physical force that disrupts normal brain function. A TBI can occur when the head is bumped, struck, jolted, or penetrated.

A mild TBI, often called a concussion, may cause headaches, dizziness, difficulty concentrating, or other temporary changes. Moderate to severe TBI may involve longer-term cognitive, physical, emotional, or behavioral changes and may require ongoing support.

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Brain Injury & Community-Based Services
Through KFS Massachusetts

KFS Massachusetts provides home- and community-based supports for eligible individuals with acquired brain injury, traumatic brain injury, physical disabilities, and other qualifying needs. Services are intended to support individuals transitioning from facility-based care into community living.

KFS is a provider agency for Massachusetts waiver programming, including the Money Follows the Person (MFP) Community Living Waiver. Eligibility and available services depend on the individual’s waiver enrollment, assessed needs, and approved service plan.

Services Provided Through the MFP-CL Waiver

KFS provides two services through the Massachusetts Money Follows the Person Community Living Waiver (MFP-CL).

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Individual Support & Community Habilitation (ISCH)

Individual Support & Community Habilitation helps individuals learn, maintain, or strengthen the skills needed to establish and maintain a home and live as independently as possible in the community.

  • Finding and maintaining housing
  • Personal finance and money-management skills
  • Shopping and using community resources
  • Health and wellness routines
  • Community safety
  • Self-care and independent living skills
  • Communication, socialization, and adaptive skills
  • Skills that support greater independence and community participation
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Adult Companion Services

Adult Companion is a non-medical service that provides supervision, socialization, and support with everyday activities. Depending on the individual’s needs and authorized services, a companion may assist or supervise activities such as:

  • Meal preparation
  • Laundry and light household activities
  • Shopping
  • Community involvement and activities
  • Socialization and companionship
  • Daily routines that support safe community living

A Person-Centered
Approach to Support

At KFS, services are centered on the individual rather than a one-size-fits-all program. The person receiving services plays an active role in identifying goals, preferences, strengths, and support needs.

A Person-Centered Plan (PCP) helps guide service delivery. Planning is coordinated with the participant, case manager or service coordinator, providers, guardians when applicable, and other members of the individual’s support team. The plan is reviewed and updated as needs and goals change.

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Ready to Learn More?

If you or a family member is exploring community-based support after an acquired or traumatic brain injury, we are here to help. Contact KFS Massachusetts to discuss your needs and the next steps.

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