Logic Model

A home is in the heart of every child.

T3C IDD/Autism Spectrum Disorder Support Services

IDD/Autism Spectrum Disorder Support Services Package

This Logic Model is specifically for children with intellectual or developmental disabilities and autism spectrum disorders requiring specialized therapeutic and developmental support.
Incorporates T3C Basic Foster Family Home Support Services as foundational Tier 1 with enhanced developmental and medical components.

Mission

To serve children with intellectual or developmental disabilities and autism spectrum disorders by providing specialized therapeutic support within stable family environments, promoting development, independence, and improved life skills through evidence-based interventions.

Vision

To see children with IDD/Autism achieve maximum independence and quality of life through individualized supports, enabling successful integration into their communities and achievement of their fullest potential.

IDD/Autism Support Service Objective

To provide trauma-informed therapeutic foster care for children with DSM-5 diagnoses or pending diagnoses of Intellectual or Developmental Disability and/or Autism Spectrum Disorder, delivering routine clinical intervention, structure, and therapeutic services to support daily activities while promoting development, independence, and permanency.

Evidence-Informed Treatment Model: Trust-Based Relational Intervention® (TBRI®)

Enhanced with specific programming for IDD/Autism Spectrum Disorder needs (T3C Blueprint p.125)

Connecting Principles

• Building felt safety through attunement

• Providing nurturing care

• Supporting healthy attachment

• Modified communication approaches

IDD Enhancement

• Structured social engagement

IDD Enhancement

Empowering Principles

• Meeting physical needs

• Supporting self-regulation

• Establishing predictable routines

• Visual supports & schedules

IDD Enhancement

• Sensory accommodation strategies

IDD Enhancement

Correcting Principles

• Proactive teaching strategies

• IDEAL Response® framework

• Life value terms

• Positive behavioral supports (PBIS)

IDD Enhancement

• Functional communication training

IDD Enhancement

Logic Model Framework

Inputs

Tier 1 (Basic) + IDD Enhancements

• Licensed CPA Administrator

BASIC

• Program Director

BASIC

• Treatment Director (Special Ed/IDD expertise)

IDD

• Case Managers - Enhanced ratio 1:15

IDD

• Licensed Therapists (IDD/Autism specialized, 1:12)

IDD

• Behavioral Support Specialists (1:15)

IDD

• Registered Nurse (24/7 availability)

IDD

• Crisis Management Staff (1:25)

IDD

• Verified foster homes (35-hour training)

BASIC

• IDD/Autism-specialized foster training

IDD

• TBRI® trained staff

BASIC

• 24/7 crisis response capability

IDD

• IT systems (Radius)

BASIC

• Enhanced data tracking for IDD metrics

IDD

• STAR Health coordination

BASIC

• HHSC IDD Services coordination

IDD

Activities

Tier 1 (Basic) + IDD Interventions

• TBRI® implementation with developmental integration

BASIC+

• Individual therapy (IDD/Autism-specialized)

IDD

• Family therapy with disability focus

IDD

• Speech and language therapy

IDD

• Occupational therapy coordination

IDD

• Social skills groups

IDD

• Behavioral intervention implementation

IDD

• Life skills development programs

IDD

• RN care plan oversight

IDD

• CANS 3.0 - Every 90 days

IDD

• Service Planning - 90-day reviews

IDD

• Family engagement

BASIC

• Therapeutic family participation

IDD

• STAR Health coordination

BASIC

• HHSC IDD service coordination

IDD

• Educational advocacy

BASIC

• Special education coordination

IDD

• Normalcy activities

BASIC

Outputs

IDD-Specific Measurables

• Number of IDD/Autism children served

• Service Plans completed within 90 days (100%)

• CANS 3.0 completed every 90 days (100%)

• Specialized therapy sessions delivered

IDD

• Therapy attendance rate (target ≥85%)

IDD

• Developmental assessments completed

IDD

• Life skills goals achieved

IDD

• Communication improvements documented

IDD

• RN consultations provided

IDD

• Behavioral plans implemented

IDD

• Special education plans coordinated

IDD

• Foster parent IDD training hours (enhanced)

• Service denials notified (3-day compliance)

IDD

• Program Director confirmations (15-day)

IDD

• Treatment Director reviews documented

IDD

• HHSC IDD services accessed

IDD

Outcomes

IDD-Specific Results

SHORT-TERM (90 days)

Behavioral stabilization • Routine establishment • Communication gains • Safety awareness

INTERMEDIATE (6 months)

Developmental progress • Life skills improvement • Social engagement gains • Educational advancement

LONG-TERM (12+ months)

Maximum independence • Community integration • Sustained progress • Successful transitions

• Developmental milestone achievements

• Adaptive behavior improvements (≥15%)

• Communication skill gains documented

• Educational goal attainment (≥70%)

• Reduced behavioral incidents (≥30%)

• Placement stability (IDD-adjusted targets)

• RCC permanency targets (IDD cohort)

IDD/Autism Support Services CQI Process (TAC §749.665)

IDD-Specific Data Collection

• Weekly therapy progress tracking
• Monthly developmental assessments
• 90-day CANS trend monitoring
• Life skills achievement monitoring
• Communication progress documentation
• Educational goal tracking
• RN care plan reviews
• TBRI® fidelity assessments
• Behavioral support effectiveness

IDD Program Review

• 90-day Service Plan reviews
• Treatment Director quarterly analysis
• Continued stay criteria evaluation
• TBRI® fidelity in developmental context
• Cross-system coordination effectiveness
• Therapist caseload management
• RN oversight effectiveness
• Special education collaboration

IDD Implementation Adjustments

• Developmental approach modifications
• Behavioral support refinements
• Communication strategy updates
• Life skills curriculum adjustments
• Medical care plan revisions
• Family engagement strategies
• Training enhancements for IDD
• Annual Logic Model updates

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"A home is in the heart of every child."

Last Revised: September 2025