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Causes: Centers to Support the Independence of Specific Populations, Developmentally Disabled Centers, Disabilities, Human Services
Mission: Community living, inc. Is committed to excellence and compassion in providing innovative services and opportunities for people with disabilities.
Programs: Residential services served 87 individuals during the fiscal year in a variety of settings. We offer three different types of living arrangements for individuals with disabilities, age 18 and over. Group homes have four or more residents and generally provide 24 hour support. Supported living arrangements have one to three residents and are staffed based on individual needs. Independent living assistance provides minimal support for people who are more independent. Individuals in this program lived healthy, productive and happy lives as supported by the satisfaction survey results. Cli employees work diligently to get individuals out into their community as active and contributive members.
social opportunities and recreation (soar) is a program that provides activities for teens with developmental disabilities, ages 12 to 21, enrolled in middle or high school. There were 177 individuals served this fiscal year in the following activities: teen club, which provides after-school care, break camps, which provide full-day activities during the break schedules of st charles county public middle and high schools, summer camp, which provides families with weekday care options from june through august. By providing meaningful activities to children after school and during school breaks, parents and caregivers can maintain employment.
support services for adults (ssa) served 118 individuals this fiscal year at four separate sites. Ssa offers day habilitation to adults with disabilities, age 21 and over. Support is individualized and is based on the interests and needs of the program participant. Ssa provides individuals with the support needed to become active members of the community through volunteer work and accessing community resources. Participants receive training in independent living skills, communication and socialization skills as well as behavioral support. Individuals also volunteer for local churches, meals on wheels, local libraries, the local fire departments and more.