SW 644: Issues in Developmental Disabilities Supported Living Lecture Presenter: Mark McManus, M.S.S.W.
Where To Live Individuals with and without disabilities Models Timing Decision-making process Models Institutions v. community living
Residential Options Home – parent / family Formal v. informal Supported apartment / own home Adult family home Small congregate setting Large congregate setting
Residential Services Physical components Paradigm Tap generic community services Utilize specialty services Discover expertise Reveal new opportunities to meet the support needs
Supported Living Quality of life in community living Utilize an array of supports Quality of life domains
Primary Funding Sources Personal Wages SSI / SSDI Family / guardian County – tax levied dollars State – community aids Federal – MA – CIP / CSLA
Current Best Practices Center on Human Policy – Guidelines Housing and support are two different areas that require attention Quality of life is viewed as the goal, not a “service package” Person-centered planning Staff qualities Capture hopes, dreams, talent and desires Use informal and formal supports when asked
Examples of Residential Options in the Community
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