1. Chapter 11: Residential Opportunities and Respite Care

2. Overview What are the three major factors that influence the types of service available to persons with disabilities? What effects does the birth of a child with a disability have on a family?

3. Centers for Independent Living What are Center for Independent Living (CILs)? What independent living services do CILs offer?

4. Residential Services What services do adult foster care homes offer? What is a boarding home? Explain a family subsidiary program. Define freestanding weekend respite.

5. Group Homes What are the two arrangements that group homes are divided into? Briefly describe each one. What services are offered by home care attendants and personal assistant services?

6. Intermediate Care Facility (ICF/MR) What is an ICF/MR facility? What are supportive living units? Who do waivered services apply to?

7. Evaluating Residential Programs What questions should be asked when evaluating a residential program? What are some ways to receive financial assistance when making a residence handicapped accessible?

8. House Subsidies Describe Section 8 housing. What are the specific steps required in applying for rental assistance? What does Section 202 housing refer to?

9. Respite Care Provide a brief overview of respite care. What are some benefits of respite care? How can a family tell if they could benefit from respite care? What should parents know when seeking respite care services?