Why We Operate as a Vendor

One distinctive part of Next Step Ministries is our structure.

Next Step is a family-chosen vendor rather than a DBHDD provider.  That distinction is important.  Families choose Next Step to provide agreed-upon services for their loved one while retaining responsibility for their individual funding arrangements, waiver requirements, approvals, reimbursements and relationships with outside agencies and providers.  For the love of our families, we continue to develop relationships, expertise and services to assist families in managing these areas.

Next Step does not serve as a family's DBHDD provider, support coordinator, fiscal intermediary, Medicaid representative, legal guardian, medical provider or waiver administrator. 

Instead, our focus is on what we do best - serving our clients!

The vendor model allows Next Step to maintain a strong focus on relationships, GOD-centered programming, community and the individual needs of the adults we serve while families continue to direct and manage the larger network of services surrounding their loved one.

It is a model built around partnership.

Families know their loved ones best. Our team brings experience, creativity, compassion and intentional programming. Together, we work toward opportunities for growth, belonging and purpose.