Family environment Four Community Residence Program group homes are located in Topeka. Each provides family-style living and respect for personal privacy. Residents are encouraged to personalize their bedroom with their own furnishings. Each house is furnished with two computers that have Internet access. The homes feature large social areas, a rec room, den, kitchen, dining room, and laundry room.
Residents meet weekly to plan their own menus with assistance from staff.
In addition, residents and staff go out to eat in the community once a week for dinner and for lunch. Weekly responsibilities also include doing personal laundry and cleaning their bedroom and shared bathroom. Staff provide transportation to and from treatment appointments and group activities in the community. Residents with clearance to drive, may use their personal car for these trips. A trained staff member lives in each home and is available to respond to important needs of residents during the night.