Each home housed six to eight people along with professional staff. The staff of the homes ensure a comfortable, family-like environment and help each resident get treatment, training and encouragement to fulfill their potential. State programs, hospitals, and special education programs refer individuals to the homes. To be eligible, residents must be under age 65 and have profound to mild mental retardation or developmental disability as their primary disability. Medicaid recipients must meet Title XIX funding requirements.
Nothing means more to many people with disabilities than a job.
Employment contributes to independence, a positive self-image, confidence and healthy relationships with others. Since 1987, Volunteers of America's Supported Employment program has helped many people find meaningful work. People with disabilities prove to be efficient, productive workers when given the chance. Supported Employment staff assist both the person with disabilities and the employer at each stage of the work process. The staff assess and train people so they can find just the right job.