What it is
Community Residences are warm, family-style group homes in Dunkirk, Gowanda, Jamestown, Olean and Wellsville. Staff are on site around the clock to work alongside you on the skills that lead to a more independent life.
What you'll work on
Your plan is built around your own goals. Staff can help with:
- Daily living skills: cooking, budgeting, keeping a home
- Medication management and training
- Health services and symptom management
- Rehabilitation counseling and skill development
- Socialization and community integration
- Self-advocacy and assertiveness training
- Substance abuse services
- Parenting training and resource development
Who it's for
Community Residences are designed for adults who:
- Have a primary psychiatric diagnosis meeting DSM criteria
- Are 18 years of age or older
- Can manage personal hygiene with minimal physical assistance
- Can get around independently. Assistive devices like canes, walkers, and wheelchairs are welcome
- Are medically stable and free from major medical problems
If you're not sure whether you qualify, give us a call. We're happy to talk it through.
