Individualized In-Home Supports (IIHS)

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Contact Information

The Arc of Opportunity
Contact: Kathleen Kopitsky, Director of Individualized In-Home Supports
Email Address: k.kopitsky@arcofopportunity.org
Phone: 978-343-6662 xX1034

564 Main Street Fitchburg, MA 01420
Area Served: Central

Map Location Individualized In-Home Supports (IIHS)

Narrative

The Individualized In-Home Supports (IIHS) program provides community based services to individuals with intellectual disabilities/developmental disabilities. The program is designed to allow program participants to successfully live independently within their own apartment and/or home. Services are provided in the North Central and Greater Worcester Areas and are funded by the Department of Developmental Disabilities.

The SCL program strives to provide skill building services to assist supported individuals to learn or maintain independence within the community. SCL program participants are provided with person-centered case management which allows each program participant to receive customized services to their individual needs and goals. Moreover, SCL places a strong emphasis on encouraging self-advocacy, community integrated employment and activities. Furthermore, individuals are encouraged to make choices and are supported to live safely and successfully within their own living situation.

Service Types

  • Adult Education
  • Case Management
  • Financial Assistance
  • In-program Transportation
  • Nutrition
  • Self-Advocacy
  • Skills Training
  • Socialization Activities

Program Type

  • Independent Living

Populations Served

  • Allergies
  • Amputations
  • Arthritis
  • Autism Spectrum
  • Behavior Disorder
  • Birth Defects
  • Blind
  • Cerebral Palsy
  • Cleft Lip & Palate
  • Deaf
  • Developmental Disability
  • Diabetes
  • Elderly Person with disabilities
  • Hard of Hearing
  • Heart Disorder
  • Intellectual Disabilities
  • Language Impairment
  • Learning Disabilities
  • Nonverbal Communication
  • Physical Disabilities
  • Scoliosis
  • Speech Impairment
  • Substance Abuse
  • Visual Impairment

Ages Served

  • 19 - 22
  • 23 – 59
  • 60 +

Languages Spoken

  • American Sign Language
  • Spanish

Accessibility Features

  • Free Transport
  • Medical Needs
  • Near Public Transportation
  • Wheelchair Ramps

Additional Information

  • Fees: Personal Funds
  • Licensed By: DDS