Consumers live in single or shared apartments of their choice. Counselors aid residents in securing apartments, moving, tenancy issues, financial planning and household management. Counselors meet with residents at scheduled times, but provide flexible support increasing or decreasing services as needed. Treatment goals are designed to maintain and increase independence in the community. Group activities, leisure skills, and social networks are emphasized.
Residents develop skills to manage their symptoms of mental illness and maintain community living.
Counselors are available 24 hours per day. Respite services are provided for CCRS residents. A number of three and four person apartments are available in Framingham and Marlborough, for consumers who do not wish to live alone, but are interested in living in smaller apartment settings. The apartments are located near area resources and services, and staff are available to assist consumers with household management, individual skill building, and community integration.