Residential Services |
Individuals with disabilities will find a safe, caring residential environment that they can call home.
In 1997, Skills assumed responsibility for the Housing Support Funding Program previously administered by the Blair County Office of Mental Health.
The program is intended as a safety net to support individuals with a diagnosis of mental illness.
The program provides monetary assistance to mental health consumers for a wide range of needs.
For example, it may provide funds for rent, household items, utilities, food, clothing, emergency housing, moving services and personal finances.
Referrals are received from case mangers, therapists, and other staff in the mental health system.
Currently there is a cap on funds available per person in any one year.
The program is coordinated by Skills' Manager of Housing Support Services.
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Community Homes |
Support in Private, Residential Settings
Providing people with developmental disabilities support and supervision in private, residential settings.
Consumers may choose to live in modern, attractive homes designed and built for accessibility.
Our consumers enjoy the privacy of their own individual rooms decorated in colors and styles they select.
Consumers enjoy the comfort of living in a beautiful home complete with modern, fully-equipped kitchens, beautifully furnished living, dining rooms, bedrooms, and sparkling bathrooms. All the benefits of home are theirs to be enjoyed.
Homes are also available for retirement, or for those who are medically fragile.
Additionally, a team of dedicated professionals are available 24 hours a day, if necessary.
Residential services staff help consumers to participate more fully in all aspects of community living and to obtain the highest level of independence. |
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In-Home Support |
For Those Who Want to Stay at Home with Their Family
Allows consumers to stay at home with their families while learning how to improve daily living skills, including: developing relationships; gaining access to community resources; and setting and pursuing personal goals.
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Home Ownership Assistance |
Make Your Dream of Owning a Home Come True
Our team of professionals provide customized approaches for individuals to purchase homes. Our team will be there every step of the way - through housing search with Realtors, builders, sellers - through the maze of financial options and requirements - to the closing and finally move-in day.
To find out more about choice and self-determination in housing options, please contact the Skills of Central PA, Inc. office nearest you
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