RESIDENTIAL OPTIONS

The residential options offered by HART United are diverse and unique. Each option offers an array of services that are specifically designed to meet the individual’s needs.

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Community Living
Arrangements

Community Living Arrangement is a licensed group home within the community providing 24-hour support to individuals with developmental disabilities.

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The geographical area covered for our CLA model is:

  • Waterbury
  • Wallingford
  • Hamden
  • New Haven
  • Milford
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Individualized Home
Supports

As a non-licensed residential option; the IHS model offers less than 24-hour support to individuals with developmental disabilities. This provides an opportunity for independent living in a less restrictive residential setting. The focus of this program is to increase independence at home and in the community. Also, in-home family supports are designed to assist individuals living at home with their families. Services such as community outings, doctor’s appointments, and recreational activities are offered to the families.

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HART United supports families in different ways, including:

  • Meeting with families to listen and develop a unique program.
  • Helping with locating appropriate community resources and family options for individuals with developmental disabilities.
  • Providing instructional and educational opportunities requested by a family member.
  • Developing new ways to use community resources and natural supports to meet individual family choices.
  • Giving information regarding legal rights and policies in different systems and agencies to family members.
  • Exploring ways for families to become advocates for their family members.
  • Linking families with support groups.
  • Making sure that families are connected with all eligible sources of financial support.
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Community
Residential Services

The CRS is a non-licensed 24 hour setting that provides individuals an opportunity to maximize their independence. This option provides for one, two or three individuals to share an apartment or home and integrate into the community.

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Community
Companion Homes

Community Companion Homes are families or individuals licensed by the Department of Developmental Services to share their home and provide support for individuals with developmental disabilities. Community Companion Homes provide a more family-oriented living environment than a Community Living Arrangement (CLA) and offer a viable residential option.

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SUPPORT SERVICES

The residential options offered by HART United are diverse and unique. Each option offers an array of services that are specifically designed to meet the individual’s needs.

Inclusive in each residential option are the following supports and ancillary services:

  • Self-Advocacy
  • Psychiatric Services
  • Behavioral Intervention
  • Occupational Therapy
  • Physical Therapy
  • Speech Therapy
  • Nursing
  • Special Olympics Participation
  • Money Management
  • Nutritional Counseling
  • Sex Education