Harris County MRSD Home Page

 




 

Program Name:

The Coffeehouse

Location:

3600 Gessner
Houston, Texas 77063

Map - Driving Directions - Bus Route

Phone:

Office: 713-970-8344
Dr. Amy Greer, Program Director

Highlights: Featured on KHOU Channel 11

 

WHAT WE DO

The Coffeehouse provides services for adults diagnosed with Asperger's Disorder that include:

The goals of this program are:

WHO WE SERVE

Adults 18 years of age and older, residing in Harris County, with a diagnoses of Asperger's Disorder or Pervasive Developmental Disorder. Adults must posses the cognitive ability to participate in the program. Individuals must also meet the criteria for Target Population, and have challenging behaviors that otherwise restrict their level of functioning in community programs.

PROGRAM OUTLINE

(Specific activities may vary according to the group's needs and interests)

Monday:

Tuesday:

Wednesday:

Thursday:

Friday:

HOW TO ACCESS THIS SERVICE

The first step in the application process is to contact the consumer’s Service Coordinator and request a referral. The referral must include a valid Determination of Mental Retardation and current information regarding the consumer’s medical condition and behavioral issues. If the consumer does not have a Mental Retardation Division Service Coordinator visit this link to learn how to access MHMRA services.

ABOUT TRANSPORTATION

Consumers provide their own transportation. Consumers with special needs for transportation should contact their Service Coordinators.

FEES YOU MAY HAVE TO PAY FOR THIS SERVICE

A financial assessment determines whether co-payments apply and/or if MHMRA is a part of your Insurance Provider Network. Consumers will need spending money for community rehearsal outings.

ADDITIONAL USEFUL INFORMATION

During the admission process, the Coffeehouse Team takes into consideration the consumer's right to choose their treatment options.
We consider each consumer's preferences, likes and dislikes. Once choices are agreed upon by the IDT and the consumer, they are documented on appropriate forms.

Consumers are discharged from this program based on the following: