Adult Supported Living Program Massachusetts Rehabilitation Commission

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Contact Information

Massachusetts Rehabilitation Commission
Contact: MRC-Connect, Adult Supported Living Program Coordinator
Email Address: MRC.Connect@mass.gov
Phone: 617-204-3665 xMain
Alternate Phone: 800-245-6543 xToll Free
Fax: 617-727-1354

600 Washington Street Boston, MA 02111
Area Served: Boston

Map Location Adult Supported Living Program

Narrative

Who is eligible?

An adult living with:

  1. A severe physical disability plus
  2. A secondary (sensory, cognitive, or emotional) disability which significantly impede on the individual’s ability to manage their day-to-day life.

Potential applicants need to have a) Massachusetts residency, b) the ability to handle the emotional stresses of community living with reasonable supports and c) be their own guardian. Consumers receiving comparable services through another state agency or MRC Community Based Services (Waiver or SHIP) are not eligible.

The Adult Supported Living Program provides case coordination to support individuals with organizing, finding resources and problem solving. Assistance is provided with finding accessible housing, management of the MassHealth pca program, personal health, adaptive equipment, household, finanncial, social/recreational, vocational, transportation and self advocacy. The program is rooted in the independent living philosophy which empowers consumers to make their own decisions about their lives, based on informed choice. 

Service Types

  • Case Management
  • Financial Assistance
  • In-program Transportation
  • Skills Training
  • Socialization Activities

Program Type

  • Community Supports Program
  • Independent Living

Populations Served

  • Amputations
  • Balance Disorders
  • Elderly Person with disabilities
  • Multiple Disability
  • Multiple Sclerosis
  • Muscular Dystrophy
  • Musculoskeletal
  • Other See Narrative
  • Physical Disabilities
  • Spinal Cord Injury
  • Stroke

Ages Served

  • 19 - 22
  • 23 – 59
  • 60 +

Languages Spoken

  • Other

Accessibility Features

  • Able to serve clients in their wheelchair
  • Services at Home

Additional Information

  • Fees: Free Service