Though the majority of living costs are subsidized by LDA, residents contribute toward the monthly fee based on their ability to pay. Currently, LDA provides residential services to adults with learning disabilities who are capable of independent living with minimal supports and training. Focus is placed on assisting individuals to reach their goals by providing training in needed areas. For many, goals include transitioning to independent living. For all, the goal is to become as independent as possible, and to be integrated into their community.
Case managers meet with residents between one and five times per week.
To ensure success for participants joining this program, LDA encourages residents to already possess a degree of basic skills, including cooking, cleaning, basic banking knowledge, etc. Individuals should be able to take their medications independently. Residents are required to have a daily schedule of meaningful daily activity that may include work, day programming, volunteering or attending classes. Living costs are subsidized by LDA, and residents contribute toward monthly expenses based on their ability to pay. This residential alternative gives individuals an opportunity to live in private homes with trained and certified individuals or families who live in the community.