Independence Is Possible
Our community living service provides support to help adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities live rich and meaningful lives.
Our Community Habilitation (LIFE) program provides clients with access to community activities and resources, nurturing skills specific to each person’s Staff Action Plan. Our counselors understand that everyone has strengths, which we carefully help cultivate at home and in the community. Areas of development include:
- Household Management:
- Cooking
- Housekeeping
- Grocery shopping
- Money management and budgeting
- Community Inclusion:
- Relationship building both interpersonally and within the community
- Travel training
- Social skill development
- Self-advocacy
- Volunteering
Eligibility:
Individuals must meet eligibility criteria as defined by the New York State Office of People with Developmental Disabilities (OPWDD), be eligible for Medicaid, and be enrolled in the Home and Community Based Services Waiver (HCBS). Referrals are made through the Care Manager.
