Supported Residential
Daily Living Activities
Under the guidance of Direct Care Workers, clients learn skills that lead to independent living which include:
 | Housekeeping |
| Laundry |
| Hygiene |
| Grooming |
| Grocery shopping, meal planning, and nutrition |
| Budgeting |
Housing and Subsidies
Direct Care Workers provide assistance to clients in locating independent housing and applying for:
| Supplemental Security Income |
| Social Security Disability Income |
| Medical Assistance |
| Food Stamps |
| Fuel Assistance |
In addition, we assist clients through subsidizing their rental and security deposits until housing assistance is received. Subsidies are also available for utility deposits and grocery allotments to get them on their feet. Through our Home Place Thrift Store, clients receive basic household items to furnish their apartments.
Medication Management
We offer two medication monitoring programs:
1. Under the self administered medication program, a nurse either fills client’s pill boxes or supervises individuals who prefer to fill their own.
2. For those needing closer supervision, Direct Care Workers go to client’s homes up to twice daily and observe that their medications are taken properly.
Medical Assistance
Our nurse assists clients with any medical concerns they have;
| Notifies the appropriate medical staff; |
| Schedules appointments; |
| Arranges for annual physical, dental and vision exams; |
| Compiles medical histories for clients |
| Maintains emergency data forms. |
Loan Fund
Clients are eligible to obtain interest-free loans to obtain items such as medications, furniture, telephones, VCR’s and televisions. Clients make regular payments based on their incomes.
Socialization Activities
Socialization is encourage through a variety of activities designed for our clients.
| Birthday Club |
| Recreational activities |
| Y Family Center– reduced rates |
| Peace of Mind |
Coordination and transportation are provided for the clients.
