Residential Support
Similar to other TCH services, residential options vary with the needs of the individual and the interests of involved family members. Choosing which option is right for your loved one can be a challenge, but TCH professionals can help you find the best solution.
Community Living and Support
These community based residences are neighborhood homes that allow men and women with disabilities to experience the security and comfort of a homelike environment while receiving the specialized care they require.
Each residence is home to between two-six adults supported by well-trained TCH staff. Depending on the unique needs of the residences, TCH homes are often adapted and re-designed for maximum mobility and safety. Such adaptations may include widened doorways, wheelchair ramps and accessible bath and shower facilities. Additionally, TCH equips each home with its own vehicle to provide transportation for residents.
It is the philosophy of TCH staff and management to incorporate chores and skills necessary for typical daily living. Responsibility, self discipline and cooperation are stressed as each resident is urged to contribute to day-to-day household chores. Working with housemates and staff, individuals improve upon important life skills. This accountability fosters the development of self-esteem and individual pride.
The goals of Community Living and Support are to
- Encourage growth toward more independent living while providing a genuine sense of belonging.
- Continually nurture physical, psychological and emotional growth
- Provide a safe clean environment
Independent Living Settings
Different from a “Group Home,” TCH works with clients and families to design settings to meet their unique needs. Often times these settings are owned by a family and TCH provides staff and transportation as appropriate.
Individually designed living settings provide a significant amount of freedom for families and individuals with disabilities. These settings are not as heavily regulated as TCH Group Homes. In exchange, families take on greater responsibility and financial risk. E.G. room and board costs of residences. Additionally, there are no guarantees from the State of Arizona or TCH for the referral of housemates.
TCH can provides a blend of services, specific to individual circumstances. TCH staff and management team will assist in finding the right decisions to correctly balance independence, safety and support.
Home and Community Based Services
Home and Community Based Services, often shortened to HCBS, are designed to provide support to a person with disabilities on a very individualized basis. Support is primarily offered to persons living at home with their families, living in their own home or in other settings to help enhance existing services.
HCBS is specifically for the individual. Flexible and individualized options may include
- “hands-on” support in all aspects of daily living and personal care
- Support to participate in community integrative opportunities.
- Respite sitting services
- Goal plan development and implementation
- Direct Support Provider training for family members and others
- Networking and support coordination with other disabilities providers.