Benjamin's hope's 52-acre campus in Holland, Michigan offers semi-independent housing opportunities uniquely designed for adults with autism and other disabilities. The walking trails, worship experiences, petting barn and gardening activities are enjoyed by people throughout Ottawa County, Michigan, and beyond. The neighborhood of Benjamin’s Hope offers a place where adults of varying abilities choose to live and cultivate community with one another.  Residents live in their own one-bedroom apartment or with a compatible roommate in a shared apartment. Each apartment has a family room and a private, accessible bath. Residents creatively decorate their apartments with their own furnishings. Residents choose to enjoy the privacy of their home, spend time with friends in the common area, work, take part in activities in the community and experience the beauty of the Ben’s Hope neighborhood and walking trails as they desire day to day. 

Residents are encouraged to enjoy life as they see fit--participating in learning and work initiatives, cooking at home, growing community and enjoying leisure activities both as part of the neighborhood and beyond it. Residents are empowered to make choices throughout their day that lead to wellness, connection and growth--enjoying the control of self-autonomy while also experiencing the safety of a community environment.

Community mental health services individuals with developmental disabilities or cognitive impairments with many different life needs, such as independent living and housing. They work with many other agencies, and can recommend or fund various resources that can meet varied needs.

The Michigan department of health and human services offers home help to eligible people who need hands-on assistance with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) and assistance with Instrumental Activities of Daily Living (IADLs).  MDHHS is responsible for approving Home Help providers for participation in the program.  

Disability Network Lakeshore coaches individuals on how to develop the skills needed to achieve access to employment, housing, transportation, education, and many other opportunities. They teach individuals new skills to increase their ability to live independently, skills like problem solving, self-advocacy, budgeting and money management, setting goals, and effective communication. They offer both group and one on one coaching.

Gracious Grounds is a nonprofit housing community that supports successful independent living for adults with intellectual disabilities. Gracious Grounds offers housing, community connections, and a culture of support—allowing adults with intellectual disabilities to thrive in their independence. Adult residents live independently in housing throughout our three residences. Their vibrant community is full of caring support and valuable resources to ensure every resident thrives. This includes a variety of always-optional weekly activities and gatherings that foster growth and connection. Gracious Grounds offers their residents volunteer and employment opportunities, life skill development, optional social events, and on site support if the residents need help.

As a global housing organization, Habitat’s vision is a world where everyone has a decent place to live. Habitat is committed to removing barriers to affordable homeownership for the most vulnerable communities across the U.S..

They do not give away houses. Their model offers mortgages with affordable monthly payments to increase homeownership among vulnerable communities, including low- or moderate-income households. Their collaborate closely on every aspect of home purchase from application to closing. Repayments are cycled into helping more families build and rehabilitate affordable homes. Habitat empowers applicants for the responsibilities of homeownership by helping them learn about home maintenance, routine repairs and upkeep of homes, which results in substantial cost savings. All future Habitat homeowners take financial education classes to help them manage their affordable mortgages and reap the benefits of long-term homeownership. Given that many vulnerable groups do not have equitable access to financial education, Habitat is dedicated to closing the gap and thereby increasing homeownership in these communities.

Harmony Communities owns and operates four licensed adult foster care homes in the Hudsonville/Jenison area of eastern Ottawa County. Each home has a dedicated team of professionals who organize and manage the day to day programming for six residents. We provide a quality environment with a homelike atmosphere where each resident is given the opportunity to reach their highest potential, be a productive citizen, exert their individual rights, and engage in culturally and age appropriate activities, experiences, and events. Residents live in homes or apartments with roommates, and are guided in living independently with the support of resident aids

Heritage Homes, Inc. owns and manages 67 units of supportive housing as part of the Allegan County Supportive Housing Project, as well as 20 supportive housing apartments or homes in Otsego, and 45 in Ottawa county. The program enables individuals with special needs (developmentally disabled, mentally ill, survivors of domestic violence, recovering substance abusers, chronically ill and homeless) to live as independently as possible while receiving necessary support services from various community agencies, to aid in achieving success and long range stability.

The division currently operates four state-licensed adult foster care homes, serving residents with significant ongoing daily support needs.  They work with each person on the things that make a difference in their happiness and ability to live comfortably in the community of their choice. Their homes are accredited by CARF, an internationally recognized rehabilitation industry accrediting body.

Homes Giving Hope is a Christ-Centered organization, providing the opportunity for uniquely-abled adults to live independently.

They seek to give opportunities to adults with mild intellectual and developmental differences. Residents live in community with an RA that provides gentle support to give them the life we believe they deserve.

They actively serve their residents by creating an environment where they can feel God’s love, grow in their relationship with Jesus, and experience the fullness of life. Through house devotions, grace-filled conversations, and living their core values, residents will know they are loved by God. They believe their residents deserve a high quality living environment with their own bedroom, and common spaces that promote real community.

MOKA’s residential services are designed to serve adults (18 years and older) with intellectual and developmental disabilities in small residential settings throughout West Michigan. They have homes located in Muskegon, Ottawa, Kent and Allegan Counties, each serving no more than six people. Employees provide guidance, supervision, and support for people receiving our residential services.

People with intellectual and developmental disabilities living in one of their group living settings have the opportunity for learning, developing and maintaining skills to increase their independence, participate in their community, maintain existing relationships, and develop new relationships as desired. The level of assistance can range from hands-on to simply providing reminders based on the person’s needs and skills.  Support can include assistance with planning, medication management, self-help skills, household management, budgeting, personal hygiene, behavior management, recreation and leisure planning, and safety skills as desired by the person.  Assistance with coordinating medical, psychiatric, dental, or other community health care services, assistance with dietary/nutritional needs, referrals to community resources, and supporting self-advocacy are also available.

Pioneer Resources offers a variety of living options for people with disabilities, including specialized homes, supported independent living, and income-based housing.

Specialized homes are staffed at all times and offer assistance for individuals with complex needs, including personal care as well as medical and behavioral supports. Community involvement and skill development are emphasized and everyone is afforded a chance to explore their community and become connected. They strive to follow the principles of gentle teaching and provide a nurturing environment where everyone is encouraged to feel empowered and reach their potential.

Supported Independent Living offers a livign place with staff who support individuals to reach their goals in areas such as personal care, budgeting, managing appointments, transportation, cooking, socialization, and physical and mental health management. SIL staff come alongside residents to “do with” and not “do for”, in order for each person to achieve the highest level of independence possible.

Income-Based Housing offers unique and licensed adult foster care homes for persons with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Residents have private rooms, yet enjoy a wonderful family atmosphere. This residence is subsidized in part through the US Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). They encourages active involvement in the home as well as involvement in the community.

Preferred Employment & Living Supports understands how important independence is. No one should have to give up independence regardless of disabilities, physical or developmental.

Their trained staff will work alongside participants on the path to becoming an independent individual or can help regain independence. They work with participants and community mental health providers to develop an individualized plan that will help them build the skills and confidence that will lead to greater independence. Their services include: relationship building, physical and occupational therapy, assisting with household chores, management of appointments, grocery shopping, cooking, and cleaning.