Bulletins

Our latest one page bulletin describes the most common home-based services for single persons and groups, along with some of the less common services. For more information about these programs, including eligibility criteria, visit the Developmental Disabilities Administration page of program fact sheets or click on the links provided below.

Community Living Supports at a Glance

Support for Individuals

Most adults clients of the Developmental Disabilities Community Services are eligible for PERSONAL CARE services, which provide assistance with daily living (such as dressing, bathing, hygeine, toileting, cooking, housekeeping, shopping).

Personal care is assessed by DDCS (formerly known as DDA) or by Home & Community Services (HCS) for those who are not clients of DDCS. Services are provided by state contracted individuals or agencies chosen by the person.

NOTE: Personal care services do not include housing. Individuals typically rent with the help of Section 8 or some other affordable housing program.

Most Common Services

• Community First Choice (CFC) Personal Care. Includes 22 to 393 hours per month assistance with activities of daily living.

Less Common Services Include:

• Alternative Living. Up to 40 hrs per month living skills training and support for persons on DDCS' Core Waiver who live in a home they own, rent or lease.
• Companion Home. 24 hr availability of support and supervision in a provider’s home. This is different than CFC Personal Care and is only offered to individuals on DDCS’ Core Wavier.

Support for More Than One Person (Group Living)

Individuals with higher levels of need may receive up to 24 hours per day RESIDENTIAL SERVICES in a home setting with other adults who share services by the same provider agency.

Most Common Group Residential Programs

• Supported Living. Up to 24-hr per day support, supervision and living skills instruction for individuals living in a house or apartment with one to three others who are supported by the same DDCS contracted and certified provider agency. Rent, utilities and other expenses are paid by the individual’s SSI/SSDI benefits or other source of income. Eligibility: DDCS Core Waiver
• Adult Family Home. 24-hour access to assistance with personal care in a provider’s home, licensed by Residential Care Services (RCS) to support 2 to 6 adults. Participation is paid by the individual’s SSI/SSDI benefits or other source of income. Eligibility: Community First Choice.

Less Common Services Include:

• State Operated Living Alternative (SOLA). Same as Supported Living, but staffed by state employees. Eligibility: DDCS Core Waiver
• Group Training Home. Eligibility: DDCS Core Waiver
• Adult Residential Care. Eligibility: Community First Choice.

Sharing a Home with Others Who Receive Personal Care Services

Some individuals arrange to share a home with one or more adults who also receive Personal Care services. Connect with other families and individuals to locate affordable housing and roommate matches. Be sure to consult with DDCS for guidelines and limitations.

Questions?

Talk to your DDCS Case Manager directly or visit DDCS website to learn more and/or request services.

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