Texas Tech University — Project AIMS (Acquiring Independent Money Skills)

Project Goal
Strengthen the independence, self-determination, and community participation of people with developmental disabilities (DD) by developing skills and knowledge to effectively manage money

Project Summary
Project AIMS (Acquiring Independent Money Skills) will develop a self-paced online curriculum with tools and resources to help people with DD practice purchasing skills. The project will help participants determine their individual training needs and practice newly acquired skills in their communities. Texas Tech University will partner with support agencies to recruit project participants.

TCDD funds New Initiative projects to create new ways for Texans with DD to be included in their communities. New Initiative projects identify and propose innovative solutions to a statewide, regional, or local need. The projects may include programs, partnerships, or policy initiatives to address specific needs that emerge. The projects may also focus on benefiting unserved or underserved groups.