Supported Living Arrangement
Empowering Independence Through Personalized Support
PROGRAM OVERVIEW
The Supported Living Arrangement (SLA) program at Opportunity Village is designed to foster independent living skills for individuals in the comfort of their own home or family home. Our dedicated team members work one-on-one with each participant to create a personalized habilitation plan that promotes self-sufficiency and community integration.
PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS
Money Management Training
- Budgeting
- Learning money denominations
- Completing transactions
Home management Training
- Laundry and household chores
- Cleaning the home
- Meal preparation
Personal Care Training
- Personal hygiene (brushing teeth, washing hands)
- Physical fitness (walking, biking, playing interactive video gamesPersonal Care & Fitness such as “Just Dance”)
Home Management Training
- Outings to bowling alleys, grocery stores, and recreation centers
Other Services include
- Medical appointments
Flexibility in Habilitation Plans
The SLA program offers great flexibility in completing each individual’s habilitation plan. For example:
Cooking and Money Management
- Creating a grocery list
- Walking to local stores
- Budgeting finances
- Preparing meals
- Cleaning
Community Integration and Money Management
- Budgeting for activities
Each plan is customized to address the specific goals and preferences of the individual, making the learning process engaging and practical. Once paired with an individual, team members will have a set weekly schedule. While the schedule can accommodate the team member’s availability, consistency is key for effective program implementation.
