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TO DO:
TO DO:
- Locate communities similar to this one in WA and other areas
- Specificity look for communities in the US and Canada that have our core values of affordable and inclusion.
- Send them to me and I'll post them
WASHINGTON STATE
WASHINGTON STATE
192 Shoreline: 192 Shoreline is an apartment complex project on which Alpha Supported Living Services has partnered with TWG, an Indianapolis-based real estate developer that builds affordable housing through partnerships with community organizations like ours. When completed in mid-2023, 192 Shoreline will have 250 units, of which 55 will be reserved for people with developmental disabilities. Alpha will have designated apartment units within the building for some of our clients who need affordable housing. We will also have a 4,700 square foot community center space on the second floor of the building with two large activity/conference rooms, a teaching kitchen, satellite office space, and storage. As to the affordability question – I do not personally have any information on how the apartments will remain affordable, so unfortunately, I can’t answer that question for you.
192 Shoreline: 192 Shoreline is an apartment complex project on which Alpha Supported Living Services has partnered with TWG, an Indianapolis-based real estate developer that builds affordable housing through partnerships with community organizations like ours. When completed in mid-2023, 192 Shoreline will have 250 units, of which 55 will be reserved for people with developmental disabilities. Alpha will have designated apartment units within the building for some of our clients who need affordable housing. We will also have a 4,700 square foot community center space on the second floor of the building with two large activity/conference rooms, a teaching kitchen, satellite office space, and storage. As to the affordability question – I do not personally have any information on how the apartments will remain affordable, so unfortunately, I can’t answer that question for you.
A beautiful 39-unit cohousing community on 3 acres in the South Perry District of Spokane, WA.
A beautiful 39-unit cohousing community on 3 acres in the South Perry District of Spokane, WA.
1-2 story townhomes and flats consisting of 1-3+ bedrooms. Pricing from the mid $200,000's to the mid $400,000's.
1-2 story townhomes and flats consisting of 1-3+ bedrooms. Pricing from the mid $200,000's to the mid $400,000's.
Including generous common amenities such as a 3,166 square foot club house (gourmet kitchen, lounge, laundry, two guest rooms), and bountiful gardens.
Including generous common amenities such as a 3,166 square foot club house (gourmet kitchen, lounge, laundry, two guest rooms), and bountiful gardens.
OHANA Village Spokane, WA OHANA Village will be a broadly affordable residential neighborhood of 60 homes with 120-150 residents
OHANA Village Spokane, WA OHANA Village will be a broadly affordable residential neighborhood of 60 homes with 120-150 residents
Building Ohana is a non-profit started in 2013. They have 5 board members and a host of other people that help, from lawyers to real estate people. They are focused on Intentional Neighboring and using Cooperative Housing Model.
Building Ohana is a non-profit started in 2013. They have 5 board members and a host of other people that help, from lawyers to real estate people. They are focused on Intentional Neighboring and using Cooperative Housing Model.
The Cooperative housing model is one where everybody comes together and finances the project as a group. You can own your own home, but it is the cooperative that finances it and the owner pays into this cooperative. Kind of like if it was a HOA for an apartment building, instead of owners getting their own finances and paying for their apartment, the HOA would get the finances for the whole apartment building and then charge the appropriate fees for each unit. This is a great idea and one that I think we should adopt.
The Cooperative housing model is one where everybody comes together and finances the project as a group. You can own your own home, but it is the cooperative that finances it and the owner pays into this cooperative. Kind of like if it was a HOA for an apartment building, instead of owners getting their own finances and paying for their apartment, the HOA would get the finances for the whole apartment building and then charge the appropriate fees for each unit. This is a great idea and one that I think we should adopt.
Cooperative Housing allows the residents to give a focus to a group of people such as people with disabilities, which cohousing does not. This is not an easy model.
Cooperative Housing allows the residents to give a focus to a group of people such as people with disabilities, which cohousing does not. This is not an easy model.
The Intentional Neighboring idea is one in which you design the community to accommodate everybody to give them the opportunity to interact with everybody and not be isolated. The core intention of OHANA Village is to bring neighbors together to support one another, most intentionally those of us who often experience barriers to full participation in community life. As such, social infrastructure will be designed into all aspects of the neighborhood, bringing neighbors together both formally and informally, encouraging daily interactions both intentional and unintentional, in ways that encourage the formation of long-lasting relationships of mutual care and friendship.
The Intentional Neighboring idea is one in which you design the community to accommodate everybody to give them the opportunity to interact with everybody and not be isolated. The core intention of OHANA Village is to bring neighbors together to support one another, most intentionally those of us who often experience barriers to full participation in community life. As such, social infrastructure will be designed into all aspects of the neighborhood, bringing neighbors together both formally and informally, encouraging daily interactions both intentional and unintentional, in ways that encourage the formation of long-lasting relationships of mutual care and friendship.
Houses will be sold at market rate to 80% AMI, and as low as 40%AMI. They will be means tested for income, depending on your ability to pay. There will be 4 homes of 3 residents each with 24 hour care, 60 homes total of 100-165 residents. About 22% -25% of people with disabilities. Some rentals, but the rest will be cooperative ownership. People are allowed to resell their homes or and will it, but there is a cap to offset market increases to make the house affordable. New homeowners will need to accept the principles of the community. They are planning on the total cost to be around 24 million. Moving into the community you have to come before the board of the community and you must agree to cooperative living. You need to participate in the community. Have to offer time and energy in the community.
Houses will be sold at market rate to 80% AMI, and as low as 40%AMI. They will be means tested for income, depending on your ability to pay. There will be 4 homes of 3 residents each with 24 hour care, 60 homes total of 100-165 residents. About 22% -25% of people with disabilities. Some rentals, but the rest will be cooperative ownership. People are allowed to resell their homes or and will it, but there is a cap to offset market increases to make the house affordable. New homeowners will need to accept the principles of the community. They are planning on the total cost to be around 24 million. Moving into the community you have to come before the board of the community and you must agree to cooperative living. You need to participate in the community. Have to offer time and energy in the community.
Services of care or supervision will be provided like in a regular community. Ohana will not provide services, just the housing.
Services of care or supervision will be provided like in a regular community. Ohana will not provide services, just the housing.
They have had 3 attempts at building in the past, but for various reasons the developer backed out due to financing. One attempt they worked on for 12-18 months then the deal fell through. A 100 year community land lease is also an option they are looking at. They are presently offering to buy land (financing) from the school district as pre surplus land. It is a lot of 7.7 acres. Surplus school property needs to be sold at 90% market rate. They have been looking for around 10 acres. They have about 1 million dollars in their account and plan on using part for a down payment, then finance the rest. If this land goes through they will do the same for building the houses. They are ready to build with finance and designs all ready to go. To get funds from a Housing Trust fund they first need to have property secured. They have all the pieces in order to go ahead and start building, they will use State and federal funding to get low interest construction loans. They will be building houses of various types from supportive to independent. They want to build a lot of outdoor spaces to provide for a interaction with the outdoor environment;
They have had 3 attempts at building in the past, but for various reasons the developer backed out due to financing. One attempt they worked on for 12-18 months then the deal fell through. A 100 year community land lease is also an option they are looking at. They are presently offering to buy land (financing) from the school district as pre surplus land. It is a lot of 7.7 acres. Surplus school property needs to be sold at 90% market rate. They have been looking for around 10 acres. They have about 1 million dollars in their account and plan on using part for a down payment, then finance the rest. If this land goes through they will do the same for building the houses. They are ready to build with finance and designs all ready to go. To get funds from a Housing Trust fund they first need to have property secured. They have all the pieces in order to go ahead and start building, they will use State and federal funding to get low interest construction loans. They will be building houses of various types from supportive to independent. They want to build a lot of outdoor spaces to provide for a interaction with the outdoor environment;
They developed relationships with local municipalities, city, county, planning directors, and housing trust funds. She said No one will fund the whole project. If you are thinking about moving to Spokane this would be a great place to land.
They developed relationships with local municipalities, city, county, planning directors, and housing trust funds. She said No one will fund the whole project. If you are thinking about moving to Spokane this would be a great place to land.
- There is a maximum of 4 residents in each house and (2) sets of houseparents. (Rotating weekly shifts)
- All homes are independently owned and operated.
- The residents parents own the house through an LLC. The parents each own 25% of the home. Buy-in costs are different based on which house has an opening. As of the beginning of 2022, “Sunridge 3” has an opening and a $350+- buy-in. (We have a clause in the LLC -If the home doesn’t work out…you can sell your share and get your “buy-in” money back.) (sunridgeranch3.com)
- The care for the residents is provided by the State through the residents MPC funds. These funds pay for the houseparents. Houseparents are certified as Individual Providers in the State of Washington.
- The residents monthly SSI payments pay for utilities, taxes and most of the consumables.
- Most residents attend the Trellis Center M-F, 4 hours a day. This is a separate “private pay” facility. (Thetrelliscenter.com)
Numerous homes built on a 20 acres lot of land. Not sure if only one person is building them or various people come in and build. Each home only has about 4 people with caregivers. Many opportunities for working on a farm.
Numerous homes built on a 20 acres lot of land. Not sure if only one person is building them or various people come in and build. Each home only has about 4 people with caregivers. Many opportunities for working on a farm.
In 2005 we purchased twenty beautiful acres located in Ellensburg, Washington. We created the name Sunridge Ranch while viewing the sun rising over the ridge behind the property. This awesome sunrise inspired our vision for our son’s future.
In 2005 we purchased twenty beautiful acres located in Ellensburg, Washington. We created the name Sunridge Ranch while viewing the sun rising over the ridge behind the property. This awesome sunrise inspired our vision for our son’s future.
Sunridge Ranch represents the kind of adult life we envisioned. It provides individuals with autism and other disabilities a community of interdependence and a healthy environment in which the potential of each resident is fulfilled.
Sunridge Ranch represents the kind of adult life we envisioned. It provides individuals with autism and other disabilities a community of interdependence and a healthy environment in which the potential of each resident is fulfilled.
The mission of Sunridge Ranch is to provide a secure family community for individuals with autism and other disabilities. The goal is to maintain a lifestyle filled with meaningful work, enjoyable recreation and lifelong learning structured around each resident’s individual needs.
The mission of Sunridge Ranch is to provide a secure family community for individuals with autism and other disabilities. The goal is to maintain a lifestyle filled with meaningful work, enjoyable recreation and lifelong learning structured around each resident’s individual needs.
Currently they have completed construction of the main house and two other houses, the accessory dwelling building, the swimming pool and hot tub, the chicken coop, the pig pen, 70 raised gardens and 2 greenhouses. The entire twenty acre site is monitored by video cameras with remote internet viewing access.
Currently they have completed construction of the main house and two other houses, the accessory dwelling building, the swimming pool and hot tub, the chicken coop, the pig pen, 70 raised gardens and 2 greenhouses. The entire twenty acre site is monitored by video cameras with remote internet viewing access.
Sunridge Ranch works or created The Trellis Center to provide activities for the residents.
Sunridge Ranch works or created The Trellis Center to provide activities for the residents.
The Trellis Center is a non-profit 501(c)(3) charitable organization that fosters a sense of purpose and belonging in teens and adults with developmental disabilities.
The Trellis Center is a non-profit 501(c)(3) charitable organization that fosters a sense of purpose and belonging in teens and adults with developmental disabilities.
The Trellis Center was created by a group of concerned parents who recognized the need for a creative, innovative, community-based program where adults with developmental disabilities are able to continue to learn, grow, have social relationships, and work toward independence.
The Trellis Center was created by a group of concerned parents who recognized the need for a creative, innovative, community-based program where adults with developmental disabilities are able to continue to learn, grow, have social relationships, and work toward independence.
Trellis Center, a local organic farm that provides residential and day occupation and recreation programs for adults with intellectual disabilities. The photos here are a tour of the facility, showing the hot house, chickens, and view of Kittitas Valley.
Trellis Center, a local organic farm that provides residential and day occupation and recreation programs for adults with intellectual disabilities. The photos here are a tour of the facility, showing the hot house, chickens, and view of Kittitas Valley.
Stephen’s Place is a supportive independent apartment community designed for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities so they may live a fulfilled life with meaning and dignity.
Stephen’s Place is a supportive independent apartment community designed for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities so they may live a fulfilled life with meaning and dignity.
One of the parents (Sally Bartlett) recently toured Stephens Place in Vancouver. She said she was pretty impressed with the model, even having some doubts going in. However - it's all private pay - so too expensive for most ($4,500 a month). They're not eligible for DDA because they have housing/activities in the same place. I don't understand why that can't coexist, but there was an explanation. Also - they are NOT at capacity. Of the 41 studio apartments, only 23 are filled. Reasoning might be the expense and/or the right applicants (good match-making fits with existing residents).
One of the parents (Sally Bartlett) recently toured Stephens Place in Vancouver. She said she was pretty impressed with the model, even having some doubts going in. However - it's all private pay - so too expensive for most ($4,500 a month). They're not eligible for DDA because they have housing/activities in the same place. I don't understand why that can't coexist, but there was an explanation. Also - they are NOT at capacity. Of the 41 studio apartments, only 23 are filled. Reasoning might be the expense and/or the right applicants (good match-making fits with existing residents).
A community of the "Independent Apartment Communities".
A community of the "Independent Apartment Communities".
License#: 2414 Contact: Stenberg, Heather Region/Unit: 3E
License#: 2414 Contact: Stenberg, Heather Region/Unit: 3E
501 Se Ellsworth Rd
501 Se Ellsworth Rd
Vancouver , WA 98664
Vancouver , WA 98664
(360) 984-3600
(360) 984-3600
Contract(s): No Contract
Contract(s): No Contract
Can NOT accept Medicaid
Can NOT accept Medicaid
Thrive Seattle Independent with Community & BODE 125-3300-125th, Lake City/2022 West Seattle; supportive Independent living for adults on the spectrum, with services: cost $2900.
Thrive Seattle Independent with Community & BODE 125-3300-125th, Lake City/2022 West Seattle; supportive Independent living for adults on the spectrum, with services: cost $2900.
This is a 163 unit, 6 floor bldg. apartment building in Lake City. 30% full as of 3/19/2022; Independent living. You need to be able to cook and care for yourself. Community kitchen and other areas. Small studio apartments-280-350 sq ft. each floor has a kitchen area. You rent the room, services are provided with a live in residential assistance, coaching and social services. Weekly communal dinners. This is a LLC owned by parent of a person with disabilities, not a non profit, except for the services. No outside funds were used. Approx. $20 million to build for a new building.
This is a 163 unit, 6 floor bldg. apartment building in Lake City. 30% full as of 3/19/2022; Independent living. You need to be able to cook and care for yourself. Community kitchen and other areas. Small studio apartments-280-350 sq ft. each floor has a kitchen area. You rent the room, services are provided with a live in residential assistance, coaching and social services. Weekly communal dinners. This is a LLC owned by parent of a person with disabilities, not a non profit, except for the services. No outside funds were used. Approx. $20 million to build for a new building.
Thrive Seattle is a for profit organization to manage services. BODE 125 is built with private funds by Bode Construction. It is a typical apartment building in downtown Lake City with a concrete foundation and wood construction. No garage or parking onsite. It is built in a “U” shape with a small outdoor area between the buildings. They do have a few commercial sites to rent. Bode manages the building. It took 4 years to build and the land already had permits. It has 163 studio apartments. Some are bigger to be the size of 1 bedrooms apartments, but no divider. The studios have a small kitchen refrigerator, microwave and a washer/dryer but no stove or stove top. Each floor has a full size kitchen where you can bake and use a stovetop cooking. Right now they have 15 residents with disabilities living there in no set area. They do not have set limits, but people with disabilities do have preference. Rents start at $995, but there are other fees, similar to HOA fees, utilities, maintenance and such. Fitness room, valet garbage service and rooftop BBQ are available.
Thrive Seattle is a for profit organization to manage services. BODE 125 is built with private funds by Bode Construction. It is a typical apartment building in downtown Lake City with a concrete foundation and wood construction. No garage or parking onsite. It is built in a “U” shape with a small outdoor area between the buildings. They do have a few commercial sites to rent. Bode manages the building. It took 4 years to build and the land already had permits. It has 163 studio apartments. Some are bigger to be the size of 1 bedrooms apartments, but no divider. The studios have a small kitchen refrigerator, microwave and a washer/dryer but no stove or stove top. Each floor has a full size kitchen where you can bake and use a stovetop cooking. Right now they have 15 residents with disabilities living there in no set area. They do not have set limits, but people with disabilities do have preference. Rents start at $995, but there are other fees, similar to HOA fees, utilities, maintenance and such. Fitness room, valet garbage service and rooftop BBQ are available.
Thrive Seattle is a for profit established to manage the people with disabilities and Enigma ASD Services (which is a non profit) to provide: Independent living coaching, weekly groups/outings and consistent but flexible guidance from the Residential Advisor. The full fee for the services and the apartment is $2900. Their goal is to build affordable housing, and at $995 for rent it is very affordable in the Lake City area.
Thrive Seattle is a for profit established to manage the people with disabilities and Enigma ASD Services (which is a non profit) to provide: Independent living coaching, weekly groups/outings and consistent but flexible guidance from the Residential Advisor. The full fee for the services and the apartment is $2900. Their goal is to build affordable housing, and at $995 for rent it is very affordable in the Lake City area.
Cost 20 million with land
Cost 20 million with land
Building size is 67337 sq ft
Building size is 67337 sq ft
20m /67337sqft = $297 per sqft cost
20m /67337sqft = $297 per sqft cost
Lot size 14259 sq ft/1/3 acre
Lot size 14259 sq ft/1/3 acre
My analysis: I give Thrive and BODE a lot of credit for building this. We need more housing like this and inclusive housing for everybody. But it would not work for my daughter. She cannot cook for herself and a microwave can be dangerous to use. I really like the idea of embedded services and the kitchen on each floor, but I don't see how you can have much in the way of grocery stored. It would force you to keep them in the communal kitchen or go out very often. It is very limited in that there are not many communal areas, but very common for apartment complexes these days. I look at it as a high density building. This is a great site for single people that eat out a lot.
My analysis: I give Thrive and BODE a lot of credit for building this. We need more housing like this and inclusive housing for everybody. But it would not work for my daughter. She cannot cook for herself and a microwave can be dangerous to use. I really like the idea of embedded services and the kitchen on each floor, but I don't see how you can have much in the way of grocery stored. It would force you to keep them in the communal kitchen or go out very often. It is very limited in that there are not many communal areas, but very common for apartment complexes these days. I look at it as a high density building. This is a great site for single people that eat out a lot.
The cost is very affordable even when you roll in the other fees. But if you took the 20 million it took to build, with a 30 year mortgage of 5.3% it comes out to $111,000. There are always extra fees, so let's say $125,000. If you divide this by 165 units you would get $800 per unit. My point is that if this was a true non profit endeavor the cost would be less. For The Next Wave to work we need to design it from the perspective that it will be operated as a non profit, meaning all the income needs to be divided up for each tenant. No profit would go to the management or the developer, except for salaries. In essence developers would not like this model as it will take away profits
The cost is very affordable even when you roll in the other fees. But if you took the 20 million it took to build, with a 30 year mortgage of 5.3% it comes out to $111,000. There are always extra fees, so let's say $125,000. If you divide this by 165 units you would get $800 per unit. My point is that if this was a true non profit endeavor the cost would be less. For The Next Wave to work we need to design it from the perspective that it will be operated as a non profit, meaning all the income needs to be divided up for each tenant. No profit would go to the management or the developer, except for salaries. In essence developers would not like this model as it will take away profits
ARIZONA
ARIZONA
FirstPlace Phoenix, AZ Rent $4200 to $4400 Amenities & Features and Support included in rent; Unit options based on availability
FirstPlace Phoenix, AZ Rent $4200 to $4400 Amenities & Features and Support included in rent; Unit options based on availability
4 Stories. 63 Apartments. Designed for You.
4 Stories. 63 Apartments. Designed for You.
Located in the heart of Phoenix, the 63-unit apartment property—with a suite of supports and amenities—is community connected and transit oriented. Residents with autism, Down syndrome, traumatic brain injury and other different abilities enjoy the comforts of home in a unique environment specially designed with attention to sensitivity to light and sound. Multiuse spaces on each floor promote community—involvement, interests, diversity, friendships.
Located in the heart of Phoenix, the 63-unit apartment property—with a suite of supports and amenities—is community connected and transit oriented. Residents with autism, Down syndrome, traumatic brain injury and other different abilities enjoy the comforts of home in a unique environment specially designed with attention to sensitivity to light and sound. Multiuse spaces on each floor promote community—involvement, interests, diversity, friendships.
Luna Azul, N. Phoenix, Arizona Video by Mark Roth (His thoughts and concerns are exactly mine as well)
Luna Azul, N. Phoenix, Arizona Video by Mark Roth (His thoughts and concerns are exactly mine as well)
Pocket Neighborhood, cost $400,000-$500,000 per house Designed community with homes for the disabled and their families.
Pocket Neighborhood, cost $400,000-$500,000 per house Designed community with homes for the disabled and their families.
30 homes with 73 residences 2-3 bedrooms, 4.5 acres.
30 homes with 73 residences 2-3 bedrooms, 4.5 acres.
A one-of-a-kind community, Luna Azul will be comprised of 30 impeccably built, 2- and 3-bedroom, cottage-style residences within an intimate neighborhood setting thoughtfully designed for adults with intellectual, developmental and acquired disabilities.
A one-of-a-kind community, Luna Azul will be comprised of 30 impeccably built, 2- and 3-bedroom, cottage-style residences within an intimate neighborhood setting thoughtfully designed for adults with intellectual, developmental and acquired disabilities.
This community is built and has 1 house available with maybe more to build in the future. You buy the house, and live there with your person with disalbities or let them live there with roommates. Care at home is not arranged through the community. The HOA dues are $900, because they have a large community center and activities for the residents.
This community is built and has 1 house available with maybe more to build in the future. You buy the house, and live there with your person with disalbities or let them live there with roommates. Care at home is not arranged through the community. The HOA dues are $900, because they have a large community center and activities for the residents.
Pro: This is the type of community that I would like to build. Owner occupied, large center and activities for the residents.
Pro: This is the type of community that I would like to build. Owner occupied, large center and activities for the residents.
Con: I don't see how cost can be controlled over time, if somebody buys a house, unless they limit increase in value. Somebody with daily needs would have to have a caregiver live there, which would increase the cost. My daughter could live here with help, but I can't afford to buy her a house and pay for the care she will need. I think affordability would be my main problem with this community.
Con: I don't see how cost can be controlled over time, if somebody buys a house, unless they limit increase in value. Somebody with daily needs would have to have a caregiver live there, which would increase the cost. My daughter could live here with help, but I can't afford to buy her a house and pay for the care she will need. I think affordability would be my main problem with this community.
Rainbow Acres Camp Verde, AZ 50 acre farm The cost of care tuition at Rainbow Acres is $4,500 per month.
Rainbow Acres Camp Verde, AZ 50 acre farm The cost of care tuition at Rainbow Acres is $4,500 per month.
Rainbow Acres is a Christian community with heart that empowers persons with developmental disabilities to live to their fullest potential with dignity and purpose. Experience life at Rainbow Acres.
Rainbow Acres is a Christian community with heart that empowers persons with developmental disabilities to live to their fullest potential with dignity and purpose. Experience life at Rainbow Acres.
In this community, homes are a warm place where Ranchers enjoy downtime and receive personal care in familiar surroundings. With separate housing for men and women, each of the 12 homes on the ranch accommodates 10 Ranchers, who have private bedrooms they personalize with their own furnishings and décor.
In this community, homes are a warm place where Ranchers enjoy downtime and receive personal care in familiar surroundings. With separate housing for men and women, each of the 12 homes on the ranch accommodates 10 Ranchers, who have private bedrooms they personalize with their own furnishings and décor.
In-home care: Each home has a team of professional caregivers who ensure a caring, supportive environment for each individual and the group as a whole 24 hours/day, 7 days/week. Caregivers are key to ensuring that everything happens on schedule, and that everyone’s needs are addressed.
In-home care: Each home has a team of professional caregivers who ensure a caring, supportive environment for each individual and the group as a whole 24 hours/day, 7 days/week. Caregivers are key to ensuring that everything happens on schedule, and that everyone’s needs are addressed.
Rainbow Acres offers 8 fully equipped apartments that are reserved for Ranchers who are capable of more independent living yet want to be connected to the community for support and social/recreational opportunities.
Rainbow Acres offers 8 fully equipped apartments that are reserved for Ranchers who are capable of more independent living yet want to be connected to the community for support and social/recreational opportunities.
Treasure House is an active living community in Glendale, Arizona for young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). Our mission is to provide residents with IDD the same opportunity as all others to lead successful and fulfilling lives. Treasure House is the first of its kind in the Southwest and only one a few in the nation. The striking structure, well-equipped apartments, and attractive grounds promote both community engagement, and personal growth and responsibility. ur approach is to center on the individual, not a program or process that isn’t tailored to a young adult’s specific goals. We focus on our residents’ strengths, talents and abilities to identify the best ways to support their growth and achieve their potential. We work to achieve a balance between providing a supportive environment and reducing the amount of restrictions that could contain their growth and development.
Treasure House is an active living community in Glendale, Arizona for young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). Our mission is to provide residents with IDD the same opportunity as all others to lead successful and fulfilling lives. Treasure House is the first of its kind in the Southwest and only one a few in the nation. The striking structure, well-equipped apartments, and attractive grounds promote both community engagement, and personal growth and responsibility. ur approach is to center on the individual, not a program or process that isn’t tailored to a young adult’s specific goals. We focus on our residents’ strengths, talents and abilities to identify the best ways to support their growth and achieve their potential. We work to achieve a balance between providing a supportive environment and reducing the amount of restrictions that could contain their growth and development.
CALIFORNIA
CALIFORNIA
Large apartment complex on a farm.
Large apartment complex on a farm.
A core group of families paid about $60,000 each for their adult child to have a place at Big Wave, although costs have risen with construction prices and county requirements, like a traffic light.
A core group of families paid about $60,000 each for their adult child to have a place at Big Wave, although costs have risen with construction prices and county requirements, like a traffic light.
In addition to the 57 apartments where Elizabeth and other adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities will live, there’ll be office space for rent, with some tenants already slated, like a martial arts academy, a florist, a culinary academy and a public café. The café will be overseen by Julie and Paul Shenkman, who run the popular Sam’s Chowder House nearby. They’re parents, too, and their child Sam will live at Big Wave.
In addition to the 57 apartments where Elizabeth and other adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities will live, there’ll be office space for rent, with some tenants already slated, like a martial arts academy, a florist, a culinary academy and a public café. The café will be overseen by Julie and Paul Shenkman, who run the popular Sam’s Chowder House nearby. They’re parents, too, and their child Sam will live at Big Wave.
Big Wave is partnering with One Step Beyond, Inc., to provide a culinary academy to train adults with special needs for employment in our new café and catering company, as well as other restaurant industry employment opportunities. One Step Beyond, Inc., is an experienced life skills and employment training program, including an A-rated culinary academy, serving adults who have intellectual disabilities in California and Arizona.
Big Wave is partnering with One Step Beyond, Inc., to provide a culinary academy to train adults with special needs for employment in our new café and catering company, as well as other restaurant industry employment opportunities. One Step Beyond, Inc., is an experienced life skills and employment training program, including an A-rated culinary academy, serving adults who have intellectual disabilities in California and Arizona.
Casa de Amma-Casa de Amma nurtures the abilities and independence of adults with special needs. We provide a broad spectrum of vocational, residential, educational and social opportunities in a responsive and caring environment. At Casa de Amma we focus on three main support areas —Living, Learning and Belonging. Our programs are designed to meet the unique needs of each resident and provide a meaningful experience for the entire family — because we understand families are happier when their member with special needs is living the best life possible. Casa de Amma is a long term independent apartment community that strives to meet each residents needs as they age and mature.
Casa de Amma-Casa de Amma nurtures the abilities and independence of adults with special needs. We provide a broad spectrum of vocational, residential, educational and social opportunities in a responsive and caring environment. At Casa de Amma we focus on three main support areas —Living, Learning and Belonging. Our programs are designed to meet the unique needs of each resident and provide a meaningful experience for the entire family — because we understand families are happier when their member with special needs is living the best life possible. Casa de Amma is a long term independent apartment community that strives to meet each residents needs as they age and mature.
Casa de Amma’s Service Fees and Rent are $47,016 per year. The cost includes rent of an apartment, all support services offered by Casa de Amma, dinners six nights a week and breakfast seven days a week, and access to everything offered by the community. Fees are paid on a quarterly basis
Casa de Amma’s Service Fees and Rent are $47,016 per year. The cost includes rent of an apartment, all support services offered by Casa de Amma, dinners six nights a week and breakfast seven days a week, and access to everything offered by the community. Fees are paid on a quarterly basis
A community of the "Independent Apartment Communities".
A community of the "Independent Apartment Communities".
The George G. Glenner Alzheimer’s Family Centers, Inc.® Chula Vista (Sand Diego) This is an adult day care center, designed like the Hogeweyk
The George G. Glenner Alzheimer’s Family Centers, Inc.® Chula Vista (Sand Diego) This is an adult day care center, designed like the Hogeweyk
Our mission is to provide affordable and accessible adult day care and support services to families affected by Alzheimer’s and other forms of memory impairment diseases. We do this by providing innovative adult day care programs, family support, case management, crisis intervention, family and community education, advocacy, information and referrals.
Our mission is to provide affordable and accessible adult day care and support services to families affected by Alzheimer’s and other forms of memory impairment diseases. We do this by providing innovative adult day care programs, family support, case management, crisis intervention, family and community education, advocacy, information and referrals.
Independent Apartment Communities-San Juan Capistrano, CA An IAC is a housing and supported service model specifically directed to adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD). An IAC combines many unique aspects that often are not found in traditional or common housing and supported service models throughout the United States. IAC's represent a unique, beneficial and often preferred option for housing and supports for those with I/DD.
Independent Apartment Communities-San Juan Capistrano, CA An IAC is a housing and supported service model specifically directed to adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD). An IAC combines many unique aspects that often are not found in traditional or common housing and supported service models throughout the United States. IAC's represent a unique, beneficial and often preferred option for housing and supports for those with I/DD.
What is an Affinity Choice Community™?
What is an Affinity Choice Community™?
An Affinity Choice Community is a residential model that provides independence and high quality services to people with similar wants and needs through shared-cost operations and infrastructure. For instance, Noah Homes will have 90 residents, 130 staff and 30 vehicles to transport residents. That means there is always staff available to assist residents with requests related to work, social activities and care support, allowing them to maximize their independence in the broader community.
An Affinity Choice Community is a residential model that provides independence and high quality services to people with similar wants and needs through shared-cost operations and infrastructure. For instance, Noah Homes will have 90 residents, 130 staff and 30 vehicles to transport residents. That means there is always staff available to assist residents with requests related to work, social activities and care support, allowing them to maximize their independence in the broader community.
Our Mission
Our Mission
We provide exceptional residential care and choices for adults with developmental disabilities within an inclusive community, grounded in Catholic values.
We provide exceptional residential care and choices for adults with developmental disabilities within an inclusive community, grounded in Catholic values.
Our Vision
Our Vision
The recognized model of exceptional lifelong care for adults with developmental disabilities thriving within a social community
The recognized model of exceptional lifelong care for adults with developmental disabilities thriving within a social community
Our Core Values
Our Core Values
Compassionate Care Exceptional Standards
Compassionate Care Exceptional Standards
Servant Leadership Dedicated Stewardship
Servant Leadership Dedicated Stewardship
Advocating Choice
Advocating Choice
Affiliation in the Affinity Choice Community involves:
Affiliation in the Affinity Choice Community involves:
- Supporting people with intellectual and developmental disabilities
- Making choices that maximize independence
- Maintaining low overhead and high quality through shared costs
- Evaluation to ensure compliance with Affinity Choice Community standards
Sweetwater Spectrum life with a Purpose: Sweetwater Spectrum is an active part of life in the greater Sonoma community and beyond. It has an open campus, encouraging community involvement, while ensuring residents safety, security, and special adaptations. Residents participate in the broader community as volunteers, community participants, employees, students, advocates, performers, athletes, and artists. At the same time, members of the Sonoma community help encourage life with purpose through the involvement of volunteers, staff, visitors, friends, and family, creating active integration on our campus.
Sweetwater Spectrum life with a Purpose: Sweetwater Spectrum is an active part of life in the greater Sonoma community and beyond. It has an open campus, encouraging community involvement, while ensuring residents safety, security, and special adaptations. Residents participate in the broader community as volunteers, community participants, employees, students, advocates, performers, athletes, and artists. At the same time, members of the Sonoma community help encourage life with purpose through the involvement of volunteers, staff, visitors, friends, and family, creating active integration on our campus.
Sweetwater Spectrum’s pilot project is located in the city of Sonoma and opened in 2013. The site is 2.79 acres and is located 4 blocks west of the city’s downtown plaza, encouraging local community integration. The campus includes:
Sweetwater Spectrum’s pilot project is located in the city of Sonoma and opened in 2013. The site is 2.79 acres and is located 4 blocks west of the city’s downtown plaza, encouraging local community integration. The campus includes:
- Four 4-bedroom homes for sixteen participants, with the ability for future expansion.
- A community center – a single-level 2,300 square foot, common house – integrates a community space, kitchen, exercise studio, media room, and a library.
- A 1.25 acre organic farm, SONOMA FARM @ Sweetwater Spectrum [link to farm site], has an energy-efficient greenhouse and provides opportunities for physical skill development and healthy eating. The greenhouse grows and distributes microgreens to local and bay area restaurants year-round. The farm also sells produce through on-site and local farmers markets.
- An outdoor pool and 2 hot tubs.
- Enrichment programs and opportunities are provided on site, and coordinated off-site. They are tailored to our residents’ individual needs, encouraging choice and community. Through personal choice, we foster a life with purpose for our residents.
- Sweetwater Spectrum is a residential community for adults with autism spectrum disorder. This community allows residents to live with peers in an environment that encourages social integration and choice. As a supported living residence, Sweetwater Spectrum is different from a group home that provides designated services. Sweetwater Spectrum does not provide any direct support or care to residents. The goal is to create a community in which each resident will develop independently, live life with purpose and adapt to the world given is or her unique disability.
- Current Monthly Fees: Monthly Rent $650 Common Utilities $200 Community Fee $3,000 Total Monthly Payment $3,850
Connecticut
Lavender Field in Bloomfield Similar to Thrive/BODE; Disabled and typical residents living together/39 apartments
Lavender Field in Bloomfield Similar to Thrive/BODE; Disabled and typical residents living together/39 apartments
New Bloomfield supportive housing complex could become model to replace group homes in CT
New Bloomfield supportive housing complex could become model to replace group homes in CT
We have people with intellectual and physical disabilities, but we also have 75 percent of the units for the general population, people looking for apartments at an affordable rent,”
These projects are funded by a group of state agencies, including the Department of Developmental Services. Kevin Bronson, director of communications, legislation and regulations at DDS, said supportive housing models like Lavender Field are going to become the alternative to group homes in the state over the next few years.
Illinois
Illinois
MY Life is Keshet’s residential program. It is designed to support adults to be fully active members of the community in a warm and caring home that promotes independence and full lives.
MY Life is Keshet’s residential program. It is designed to support adults to be fully active members of the community in a warm and caring home that promotes independence and full lives.
Keshet currently supports and staffs three MY Life homes, including one multi-unit apartment building and two single family homes.
Keshet currently supports and staffs three MY Life homes, including one multi-unit apartment building and two single family homes.
A community of the "Independent Apartment Communities".
A community of the "Independent Apartment Communities".
Maryland and across the USA-one opening in Vaugh, WA
Maryland and across the USA-one opening in Vaugh, WA
GHP partners with organizations, advocates, and communities to lead the transformation of institutional long-term and post-acute care by creating viable homes that demonstrate more powerful, meaningful, and satisfying lives, work, and relationships.
GHP partners with organizations, advocates, and communities to lead the transformation of institutional long-term and post-acute care by creating viable homes that demonstrate more powerful, meaningful, and satisfying lives, work, and relationships.
GHP envisions homes in every community where Elders and others enjoy excellent quality of life and quality of care; where they, their families, and the staff engage in meaningful relationships built on equality, empowerment, and mutual respect; where people want to live and work; and where all are protected, sustained, and nurtured without regard to the ability to pay.
GHP envisions homes in every community where Elders and others enjoy excellent quality of life and quality of care; where they, their families, and the staff engage in meaningful relationships built on equality, empowerment, and mutual respect; where people want to live and work; and where all are protected, sustained, and nurtured without regard to the ability to pay.
Montana
Montana
St. Louis Life is a community-based, residential program for adults with developmental disabilities. Residents work and live in the community and are allowed to make decisions that affect all aspects of their lives. This independent living program offers single-bedroom apartments, job placement/coaching, social, educational and recreational activities, and many other support services.
St. Louis Life is a community-based, residential program for adults with developmental disabilities. Residents work and live in the community and are allowed to make decisions that affect all aspects of their lives. This independent living program offers single-bedroom apartments, job placement/coaching, social, educational and recreational activities, and many other support services.
Effective January 1, 2019, the following are a list of fees set by St. Louis Life’s Board of Directors: Annual Program Fee $46,000
Effective January 1, 2019, the following are a list of fees set by St. Louis Life’s Board of Directors: Annual Program Fee $46,000
A community of the "Independent Apartment Communities".
A community of the "Independent Apartment Communities".
Canada
Canada
Camphill: Ontario Camphill Communities Ontario is an accredited not-for-profit organization that supports adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities in Simcoe County. We support people in directing their own lives and in promoting partnerships, opportunities, well-being, freedom, and contributions in the community. Camphill’s mission is to enrich society by creating meaningful opportunities to live, learn, and work together, and to build a community where people of diverse abilities enjoy quality of life and personal growth in a rich social and cultural environment.
Camphill: Ontario Camphill Communities Ontario is an accredited not-for-profit organization that supports adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities in Simcoe County. We support people in directing their own lives and in promoting partnerships, opportunities, well-being, freedom, and contributions in the community. Camphill’s mission is to enrich society by creating meaningful opportunities to live, learn, and work together, and to build a community where people of diverse abilities enjoy quality of life and personal growth in a rich social and cultural environment.
Supported persons at Camphill have choices around housing, including opportunities for living with a group of three or four friends, and more independent living, either in the rural community setting near Angus or in downtown Barrie.
Supported persons at Camphill have choices around housing, including opportunities for living with a group of three or four friends, and more independent living, either in the rural community setting near Angus or in downtown Barrie.
Individuals who can and want to live more independently can live in apartments connected to one of the larger houses where support and connection are available 24/7.
Individuals who can and want to live more independently can live in apartments connected to one of the larger houses where support and connection are available 24/7.
Outside the USA
Outside the USA
The Hogeweyk is the outcome of an innovative and disruptive vision on living, care and wellbeing for people living with severe dementia. It means a paradigm shift in nursing home care. The traditional nursing home has been deinstitutionalized, transformed and normalized. The Hogeweyk is just like any other neighborhood. A neighborhood that is part of the broader society in the town of Weesp. In The Hogeweyk you will find houses where people live together based on similar lifestyles. They can visit the pub, restaurant, theater, the supermarket or one of the many offered clubs. The concept supports unique needs, lifestyles and personal preferences. Living in The Hogeweyk puts boredom, loneliness and hopelessness in another perspective. It focusses on possibilities, not on disabilities. And it goes without say that this is all supported by trained professionals.
The Hogeweyk is the outcome of an innovative and disruptive vision on living, care and wellbeing for people living with severe dementia. It means a paradigm shift in nursing home care. The traditional nursing home has been deinstitutionalized, transformed and normalized. The Hogeweyk is just like any other neighborhood. A neighborhood that is part of the broader society in the town of Weesp. In The Hogeweyk you will find houses where people live together based on similar lifestyles. They can visit the pub, restaurant, theater, the supermarket or one of the many offered clubs. The concept supports unique needs, lifestyles and personal preferences. Living in The Hogeweyk puts boredom, loneliness and hopelessness in another perspective. It focusses on possibilities, not on disabilities. And it goes without say that this is all supported by trained professionals.
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