SLS assists adult consumers who live on their own in a home that they own or rent. Consumers need to pay rent and all of their daily living needs. Non-Medical Therapies include equine therapy, music therapy, dance therapy, art therapy, and specialized recreation therapy.
Non-Medical Therapies may provide individuals with opportunities to enhance social skills development through the development of relationships in the community and provide opportunities to practice social skills. Independent Living Services ILS can be for adults living in the family home, or adults living on their own.
ILS teaches adults the skills they need to live on their own. This can include money management, meal planning accessing community resources, and safety skills.
ILS may also help make sure that:. Respite services give families time away from the demands of caring for a person with a developmental disability. Respite can be planned or on an emergency basis and take place either:. In-home respite can be provided at a nursing level or behavioral level. An assessment can help you know what level of care is needed so you can choose an agency qualified to provide that level of care.
Out-of-Home Respite Out-of-home respite allows consumers to stay in a licensed home for up to days. Supported Living Services. Family Support Services. Non-Medical Therapy as Socialization. Socialization, Leisure, and Recreation Skills. Independent Living Services. Respite Services. Supported Living Services Assessment.
