A non-residential, non-profit organization that provides programs and services to maximize the independence of people with disabilities. The mission is to partner with people with disabilities who want to live independently and participate fully in society. Provides 5 core services: - Independent Living Skills training. - Peer Support. - Individual and Systems Advocacy. - Information and Referral services. - Transition services. Additional Programs and services provided at this time include: - Older Individuals who are blind/low vision. - Free Equipment Loan program. - Amplified phone demonstration. - Emergency services.

Coordinates and moves qualified individuals from nursing homes or other institutions to independent living.

The program is designed to reintegrate individuals who are interested in moving back into the community from a nursing facility setting.

Staff will provide information, training and/or assistance to youth with significant disabilities, post high school, and individuals with disabilities living in nursing facilities with attention to deflection of people with significant disabilities at risk of entering institutions, so they may remain living in the community.

Provides services to help those who are living in the nursing homes to return to living independently in their communities. Helps eligible consumers identify and secure the community services and resources they need to live successfully outside an institution. This may include assistance for appropriate housing, arranging medical care, obtaining a personal assistant or home health service, setting up electronic home response services, arranging for transportation, etc. May provide financial assistance necessary for start-up and initial maintenance of a community residence. Possible one-time expenses may include rent, utility deposit, furnishings, appliances, linens, initial stock of food, etc. Home modification for accessibility and purchases of assistive devices may be part of the project. Staff will work with each consumer to develop skills and confidence he or she needs to manage and maintain independence in the community. Training is also available to the personal assistants (PAs), family members, and significant other who may assure a smooth transition from institutional to community living.

Staff will provide information, training and/or assistance to youth with significant disabilities, post high school, and individuals with disabilities living in nursing facilities with attention to deflection of people with significant disabilities at risk of entering institutions, so they may remain living in the community.

Can assist individuals with disabilities who are currently residing in a nursing home and want to move to their own home. Services include: - Information on accessible and affordable housing options. - Financial assistance with the cost of moving back into the community. - Assistance in locating personal assistants. - Independent living skills training. - Information and referrals to community agencies and other support services. - Information on assistive technology and devices. - Determining eligibility for DRS Home Services. - Advocacy. - Benefits counseling and referral. - Peer counseling.

Designed to reintegrate individuals back into the community from a nursing facility setting. Services include: - Locating and securing affordable housing. - Financial assistance with the first month's rent and security deposit. - Acquiring household items and assistive equipment. - Home remodeling for safe independent living. - Independent living skills training. - Referrals to personal assistant services. - Personal assistant management training. - Case management. - Advocacy and peer support.

Coordinates and moves qualified individuals from nursing homes or other institutions to independent living.

A non-residential, non-profit organization that provides programs and services to maximize the independence of people with disabilities. The mission is to partner with people with disabilities who want to live independently and participate fully in society. Provides 5 core services: - Independent Living Skills training. - Peer Support. - Individual and Systems Advocacy. - Information and Referral services. - Transition services. Additional Programs and services provided at this time include: - Older Individuals who are blind/low vision. - Free Equipment Loan program. - Amplified phone demonstration. - Emergency services.

Assists individuals with disabilities to move out of nursing homes and live independently in their own home. Assists with identifying appropriate housing, find appropriate personal assistant and nursing care, supply some of the necessary household items, assist with deposits, rent, and utility hookups, and provide home modifications if necessary.

Staff will provide information, training and/or assistance to youth with significant disabilities, post high school, and individuals with disabilities living in nursing facilities with attention to deflection of people with significant disabilities at risk of entering institutions, so they may remain living in the community.

Provides services to help those who are living in the nursing homes to return to living independently in their communities. Helps eligible consumers identify and secure the community services and resources they need to live successfully outside an institution. This may include assistance for appropriate housing, arranging medical care, obtaining a personal assistant or home health service, setting up electronic home response services, arranging for transportation, etc. May provide financial assistance necessary for start-up and initial maintenance of a community residence. Possible one-time expenses may include rent, utility deposit, furnishings, appliances, linens, initial stock of food, etc. Home modification for accessibility and purchases of assistive devices may be part of the project. Staff will work with each consumer to develop skills and confidence he or she needs to manage and maintain independence in the community. Training is also available to the personal assistants (PAs), family members, and significant other who may assure a smooth transition from institutional to community living.

Assists people to get back to their homes when they find themselves financially trapped in nursing facilities long after their physical needs are met. - Works with the consumer to evaluate if and how one may become more independent. - Arranges supports. - Assesses any equipment needs. - May help with the first month of expenses to get clients over the hump financially so they can take control of their lives.

Designed to reintegrate individuals back into the community from a nursing facility setting. Services include: - Locating and securing affordable housing. - Financial assistance with the first month's rent and security deposit. - Acquiring household items and assistive equipment. - Home remodeling for safe independent living. - Independent living skills training. - Referrals to personal assistant services. - Personal assistant management training. - Case management. - Advocacy and peer support.

Designed to reintegrate individuals back into the community from a nursing facility setting. Services include: - Locating and securing affordable housing. - Financial assistance with the first month's rent and security deposit. - Acquiring household items and assistive equipment. - Home remodeling for safe independent living. - Independent living skills training. - Referrals to personal assistant services. - Personal assistant management training. - Case management. - Advocacy and peer support.