Maryland

This program began in 2009 when Washington D.C. sought assistance to return an individual to the District who had been placed in other states due to severe behavior and mental health disorders; other Supported Living programs had refused admission. Since that time, IAG’s Supported Living Program has grown to provide 24-hour-In-home supports to more than 20 sites, primarily apartments in Washington, D.C. area. Many of the people supported in IAG’s Supported Living locations have an Intellectual Disability; but many also have a secondary disability such as autism or a mental health or an emotional-behavioral diagnosis, which has limited other Supported Living provider’s willingness and ability to provide services.

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People in IAG’s Supported Living Program are provided supports based on their needs and are encouraged to participate within their communities. This means that many people rent their own homes, are responsible for the lease and are responsible all associated living expenses. IAG provides the supports for these people so they can live meaningfully within the community. This is achieved by providing training for the acquisition of the rental property and assisting with:

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• the completion of daily tasks which includes but is not limited to selecting and maintaining clothes as well as dressing;

• the design of food menus and encouragement of nutritious food preparation;

• grocery and other types of shopping;

• the creation of budgets, management of funds and maintenance of bank accounts;

• maintenance and cleaning of the residence; and

• the fostering of social interactions at home and within the community