The program is structured so that residents assume more self-responsibility as they demonstrate ability and competence. A total of sixteen areas of independent living skills are introduced and practiced. The Daniel Memorial Independent Living Assessment is administered to each youth on admission and until the youth passes all areas of competency. Youth are required to save a significant portion of each paycheck, which they can utilize for apartment deposits, utilities and furniture when they leave the SIL Program. Therapists and counselors remain available as in the group home program, and youth are expected to participate in individually designed therapeutic programs to fit their individual needs.
Psychiatric services are also available.
Adult community mental health linkages, as well as other community services, are utilized for youth 18 and over. These service linkages are made with the agreement of the referring agency. The Anchorage Boys Group Home is located in Centerville, Ohio, and serves youth age 12-19 years of age. The Graduate Home for Boys is located in Harrison Township, between Dayton and Englewood, Ohio. Both group and SIL programs are located in this home.