Heinzerling and the Question of Fit
Heinzerling and the Question of Fit In July 2025, while I was attempting to assemble a support team so that I could undergo knee replacement surgery, a suggestion was communicated that Alex could potentially stay at Heinzerling Community while I recovered. At the time, the suggestion immediately raised questions. Alex receives DODD services because he sustained catastrophic injuries before age 22 and requires lifelong physical support. He does not receive services because of an intellectual or developmental disability. Alex is cognitively intact. (That’s weird to say) He communicates for himself. He does not have a guardian. He makes the decisions affecting his life. Because of these concerns, I reviewed information about Heinzerling Community and later sought additional clarification regarding whether Alex would be an appropriate fit. (This was NOT for possible placement but instead to gain education). The facility’s public description focuses on serving children ...
