Residential (22+ Years)

Alternative school program for ages 12 – 22, Summer Enrichment (Extended School Year plus summer camp activities), adult day program, and community living services. Applicants must be a resident of the state of Ohio and must have an autism diagnosis.

Waivers accepted.

Residential services, adult day programs, independent living services, affordable housing, and respite for adults over age 18 with autism. Applicants must be a resident of the state of Ohio.

They offer a Social Living Club with weekly activities that includes non-residents.

The Summer Enrichment Program has been serving adolescents with autism for 18 years on the 80-acre Bittersweet Farms campus in Whitehouse, Ohio. Participation in the program is also offered through our Pemberville and Lima locations.

Waivers accepted.

Cogswell Hall houses and serves low income men and women struggling with mental illness, development and physical disabilities, substance abuse, and the effects of homelessness and trauma.

Residents pay 30% of their income toward rent and, by signing a lease, have the rights and responsibilities of any renter. Residents can make Cogswell Hall their home on a short term basis or permanently as it fits their needs.

CIP is one of the most comprehensive programs in the world for assisting young adults on the autism spectrum and with learning differences to succeed in college, employment, and independent living. CIP’s mission is to inspire independence and expand the foundation on which young adults can build happy and productive lives.

They offer:
– Full Year programs
– Summer@CIP programs
– Mploy: job readiness programs
– Workbooks and resources for parents

For individuals ages 16 to 26. Some services may be covered by insurance or public assistance. Families are encouraged to check with their insurance companies and with public assistance agencies to understand what coverage may be available.

5 Locations across the USA :
– Lee, Massachusetts
– Brevard, Florida
– Bloomington, Indiana
– Berkeley, California
– Long Beach, California
International students are welcome!

Serves individuals with developmental and other disabilities from age 10 through adult with day residential and day habilitation services with the main goal of self-empowering individuals.

Headquartered in Newark, Ohio, CSS currently operates in 17 counties throughout the state: Allen, Clark, Champaign, Cuyahoga, Franklin, Geauga, Lake, Licking, Madison, Mahoning, Medina, Montgomery, Stark, Summit, Trumbull, Tuscarawas and Wayne Counties.

They operate two adult day programs – the James Street Center in Newark and the HOPE Center in Tuscarawas County.

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For nearly 50 years, Echoing Hills has supported thousands of families, friends, and neighbors through our outreach to people with disabilities.

Their programs align with their values: the right to choose, the dignity of each person, personal fulfillment in God’s plan and a relationship with Jesus Christ. They provide choice recreational, residential, vocational, travel and educational services throughout the State of Ohio and internationally.

They accept waivers, including the I/O, Level 1 and Ohio Home Care. Other options include County Board of Developmental Disabilities matching funds and private pay.

They help families find the best, safest, and most effective out-of-home placements for adolescents and young adults whose needs are not being met locally.

They can help families choose appropriate:
Therapeutic programs
Wilderness programs
Schools for students with learning disabilities
Drug and alcohol programs
Programs for young adults (drug and alcohol or transitional living)

They have no affiliations to any program and never accept commissions.

Additional location in Columbus:
130 Northwoods Blvd, Ste A
Columbus, OH 43235
Phone: 614-231-1957

Information on residential living models for people on the autism spectrum, as well as a list of successful agencies within most states, including Ohio.

Hattie Larlham is a nonprofit organization that provides medical, residential, recreational and work training services to 1,800 children and adults with developmental disabilities. The organization provides services to children and young adults at the Hattie Larlham Center for Children with Disabilities in Mantua, Ohio, and to adults at community-based homes throughout Ohio.

A team of medical professionals, including doctors, nurses and therapists tend to the complex health requirements of Hattie Larlham residents, whether they live at the Hattie Larlham Center for Children with Disabilities or in community-based homes throughout Northeast Ohio.

Other programs include:

The Hattie Larlham Toys and Technology Library is a free community library of toys and communication, mobility and learning devices adapted to meet the physical needs of children and young adults with developmental disabilities.

Foster care program for people with disabilities.

Summer camps through The Play Center at Hattie Larlham.

Offers residential services for adults with developmental disabilities with 24-hour medical support.

Provides residential services to non-ambulatory individuals with severe or profound mental retardation and multiple disabilities. They also accept individuals on trach and BIPAP support. Residents range in age from infancy to adults.

Adult Day Support Program
A full day program serving adults with disabilities with many activities in-house and field trips into the community. They offer two locations:
Euclid Location
22741 Shore Center Drive
Euclid, Ohio 44132
Contact:
Catherine Rush
216-432-48140 x 333
rushc@helpfoundationinc.org

Northfield Location
10333 Northfield Road
Northfield, Ohio 44067
Contact:
Catherine Rush
216-432-48140 x 333
rushc@helpfoundationinc.org

Vocational Habilitation
HELP U Shred, HELP U Crew, and HELP U Scan offer on the job training. Vocational opportunities are paid a competitive wage and help individuals prepare for independent community employment. The program is offered in Northfield and Euclid.
www.helpfoundationinc.org

Residential Services
HELP is home to 140 consumers at 26 sites across Cuyahoga, Lake and Summit Counties. The facilities range from group homes to semi-independent living depending on the needs of the individual. Work with HELP and your county board service and support administrator to get more information.
Summer Program
A continuing education program serves children with intense medical and behavioral needs throughout the summer months to reinforce skills learned during the academic year.

Hopewell is a therapeutic community located on a 300-acre farm in Mesopotamia, Ohio (approximately 60 miles southeast of Cleveland).
They help adults (age 18 and older) who have been diagnosed with schizophrenia, schizoaffective disorder, bipolar disorder, major depression or other forms of mental illness.

This guide was created by MortgageLoan.com to help individuals living with disabilities and their family members in the process of buying a home of their own.

Offers a comprehensive variety of residential and support services to more than 100 adult individuals residing in Portage County, Ohio, including intermediate care facilities, supported living and community living opportunities.

Quality residential services for individuals with developmental disabilities in either drop-in or 24-hour settings. They provide services for 5 counties in Ohio: Stark, Medina, Wayne, Tuscarawas, and Summit.

Second office information:
(330) 256-9938
1171 North Carpenter Rd.
Brunswick, OH 44212

A road map guide for families helping to guide transition-aged child towards their future living plans. A comprehensive guide that includes finding a home, support services and guardianship and advocacy.

JFSA is guided by traditional Jewish values of communal responsibility and social justice. They offer several programs to assist teens and adults with disabilities with residential services, employment services, community inclusion, and family advocacy.

The Horvitz YouthAbility program offers volunteering and job training opportunities for disabled and at-risk youth and young adults.

Vocational Rehabilitation Services help people prepare for employment based on their skills and interests.
Adult Day Program offers group and individual day respite activities.

Ascentia provides comprehensive integrated services for individuals with intellectual disabilities, developmental disabilities and serious mental illness. Includes the following services:

Community Support Services
Family Advocacy & Support Services
Clinical & Therapeutic Services
Residential Services
Supportive Employment Services
Community Integration & Wellness
Adult Day Support
Horvitz YouthAbility Program
Planned Lifetime Assistance Network (PLAN)

Koinonia offers residential services, day programs, and employment services for adults with disabilities in Northeast Ohio.

They offer 21 licensed group homes, over 50 supported living arrangements, transportation services, and shared living options all provided in safe and healthy settings. Koinonia provides services in Cuyahoga, Geauga, Lake, Lorain, Medina, and Summit Counties.

Koinonia Enterprises offers individuals career services that include a comprehensive curriculum that focuses on the individual’s path to employment from self-discovery of skills and talents to career exploration to future career advancements.

Koinonia is supported through Medicaid, funding from the Cuyahoga County Board of Developmental Disabilities, private pay and donations.

Supports individuals over the age of 18 who are eligible for services provided by the Hamilton County (Ohio) Board of Mental Retardation and Developmental Disabilities. They have training programs for independence, apartments, commuinity-supported living assistance and home ownership programs.

Lifeworks is a nonprofit organization committed to ensuring that adults with autism have more independent and enriched lives by providing opportunities to learn, engage socially, and participate in meaningful work.

Originally developed by Bellefaire JCB, Lifeworks was launched in 2013. The agency was created to extend both the reach and scope of specialized Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) services offered by Bellefaire’s Monarch Center for Autism, beyond what had previously been reserved for school-aged youths, to an adult population. Rooted in the Monarch Model, Lifeworks’ services embody the same philosophy and standards found in the other Monarch settings.

A dynamic interdisciplinary team comprised of behaviorists, educators, counselors, social workers, psychiatrists, nurses and college-degreed direct care professionals collaborate to provide specialized support and training for adults with ASD. Lifeworks affects positive change in adults with autism at home, at work and in the community.

Medina Creative Housing owns and manages sixteen single family homes in the community in which individuals with disabilities live in a congregate setting.

It also offers other programs, including a Life Skills Training Program which works on skill development including social skills during holiday weeks when school is not in session. A PATH (Professional Association of Therapeutic Horseback Riding) Program with group and individual lessons Monday through Saturday is also available, along with a Resident Enrichment Program in which all of the individuals engage in nightly social activities.

Medina Creative Housing has four affiliate organizations: Medina Creative Accessibility, Medina Creative Living, Inc., Medina Creative Living II and Medina Creative Living III. These organizations provide supportive services and supportive housing to individuals with disabilities.

Offers a wide array of programs and services for people with autism and their families, including:

Preschool and Day School for children and adolescents
Transitional education program
Residential treatment for children, adolescents and adults
Summer and extended school year programs
The Soap Shop (a business that offers vocational experience for individuals with autism)
VizZle (visual language technology)
An online autism resource center developed in partnership with the Women’s General Hospital Fund of the Cleveland Foundation.

Provides treatment and care to makes ages 10-21 and are qualified providers for Ohio, Kentucky and West Virginia. Only males ages 10-21 are accepted.

Individuals must have a mental health and/or an intellectual disabilities diagnosis.

New Avenues’ programs are currently serving over 700 individuals, ages 3-100 years in Ashtabula, Cuyahoga, Geauga, Lake, and Summit counties. The individuals served include those with disabilities and chronic health conditions such as developmental disabilities, mental illness, autism, cerebral palsy, brain injury, and Down syndrome.

Services offered include Residential Services, Supported Living/Community Services, Vocational Services, Day Services, Senior Services and Children’s Programs (summer camp and recreational program).

They have a satellite office in Ashtabula:
2125 West Prospect Road, Ashtabula, Ohio 44004
(440) 964-2264

Search engine that can find rental properties available within Ohio, including properties that offer accessibility features and subsidized units. Searches can be done based on number of bedrooms, location, and cost of rent.

The Ohio Developmental Disabilities Council and the Ohio Department of Job and Family Services are two of the contributors to the site.

Must be between the ages 22 – 34

REM Ohio offers an array of services and support for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, job seekers facing employment challenges, and individuals with other complex needs. They are also involved with adult foster care/OSL. REM works with individuals age 18 and up.

They offer Job Development (skills training, resume assistance) and Job Coaching.

There are several REM Ohio offices, visit their website for the office closest to you.

Provides respite services to individuals of all ages who have cognitive, intellectual, or developmental disabilities.

Services offer intense supports which teach young people strategies for independent living as well as social and academic skills within residential treatment facilities, group homes and foster care settings, vocational skills training and day programs, or anywhere that support is needed.

They provide life-changing programs to help young people succeed in school, obtain meaningful and gainful employment and become productive members of their community. ResCare also can assist in finding children safe, secure environments through foster care programs.

Visit their website to find Ohio locations.

Offers residential, day program and community services for individuals on the autism spectrum. It provides a variety of living, working, learning and leisure activities in a farm environment, including therapeutic equestrian program and social events.

For individuals, ages 18 years old and up.

Mailing address:
Safe Haven Farms
P.O. Box 633
Monroe, OH 45050

A residential school for people ages 12 and up with disabilities. The school offers educational, social, recreational, community and vocational opportunities for students. There are ample athletic opportunities, and students can participate in the Special Olympics. The school has been around for over 120 years.

Stewart is located in Frankfort, Kentucky.

SHC provides services to individuals with disabilities and their families. They are an advocate for human rights, in addition to many programs for children, adults and families.

Services include:
Camp Paradise — traditional day and residential summer camps for adults with developmental disabilities
Residential Services
The Link Day Program (social opportunities and job training for adults)
Special Olympics
In-Home Support
Ombudsman
Resource Center
Transportation Services

The Blick Center provides a variety of clinical outpatient, residential, day program services and other support services for individuals with developmental disabilities, behavioral health needs and other related conditions.

Services include speech, occupational and physical therapies, day programs, residential services, behavioral health including individual and group counseling, plus case management and representative payeeship services. The Blick Center can also provide behavior assessments from licensed BCBAs and sponsors a social group/day program for adults with intellectual disabilities called College for Living. The Blick Center was awarded the Best Practices Award from the Governor’s Council on People with Disabilities.

Accepts Medicaid, Medicare and CareSource insurance plans.

A housing research and advocacy center that can work with families of individuals with disabilities about their rights in reference to housing.

A wide range of services are available for adults and children with disabilities.

Additional locations in Westlake and Highland Hills.

UDS serves individuals of all ages with all types of disabilities – from the mildest to the most severe. They are committed to offering high-quality options to help fulfill social, vocational, community living, low vision and transportation needs.

In addition there is a Toy & Resource Center for parents of children with special needs and a program with sports programs sanctioned by the Special Olympics.

Wood Lane Adult Services provides access to meaningful employment, therapeutic programs, and activities to support the achievement of personal goals and promote healthy lifestyles. It is recognized on a national basis by CARF, Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities, for providing quality services to individuals served.