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Causes: Arts & Culture, Autism, Centers to Support the Independence of Specific Populations, Disabilities, Health, Human Services, Support
Mission: Creative Living Options (CLO) is committed to enhancing the quality of life for persons with developmental disabilities, as well as their personal satisfaction with their services, through the provision of superior individualized supports and services provided in each person's home and community. Choice, individual rights, freedom to design one's own life, and individualized supports are at the core of CLO's values and philosophies.
Programs: The agency provides support and services 34 adults with developmental disabilities that allow them to choose and live in a home of their own in the community with support that is needed. The agency assists consumers to find, modify and maintain a home of their own. The agency assists consumers to access their communities & become active participants.
other program services:- this includes researching home ownership information, low income housing and maintaining/updating information from the housing authority. - the agency recruits, hires and trains individuals to provide direct support- the agency requires, updates and maintains background checks, dmv records, auto insurance, medical exams, drug testing and first aid/cpr training for all personal attendants/support staff . - the agency facilitates circles of support to develop unpaid and natural supports in the community. - the agency maintains recreational resources and assists consumers to participate in their community and develop friendships. Agency assists consumers in developing future life plans in all relevant domains- the agency assists consumer in developing individual program plans that support their individual life plans. - the agency develops individual service plans for each consumer outlining in detail how services will be provided. These plans are individualized to specifically address each goal outlined by the consumer and their circle of support. - the agency monitors progress of the isp daily, monthly and annually. - the agency assists consumer in developing a reasonable plan to meet their life goals. - the agency provides support and training in social, behavioral and daily living skills. Agency provides assistance and money management training. - the agency assists consumers with income, bill paying and all benefits received. - the agency assists consumers with medical, dental care and manages/monitors all medication and appointments. - the agency provides 24-hour emergency response systems. - the agency assists consumers to be effective self advocates. - the agency assists consumers to develop and attain employment goals. - the agency supports and facilitates family and inter-agency collaboration. - the agency provides a library offering up to date books, materials and resources to all employees, consumers and their families. Agency staff actively participates in statewide supported living best practice efforts. On going training is available to all staff. - the agency provides opportunities for staff development through conference attendance as well as online participation in relevant seminars.