Shared Living for Adults with Developmental Disabilities (DD) Leander House, Inc.

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Contact Information

Leander House, Inc.
Contact: Jennie Reins, Director
Email Address: jreins@leanderhouse.org
Phone: 413-528-1860
Alternate Phone: 413-329-8890

40 West Avenue Great Barrington, MA 01230
Area Served: West

Map Location Shared Living for Adults with Developmental Disabilities (DD)

Narrative

Seven people are currently being served by Leander House. One home is licensed as Individual Home Supports and one as Placement Services (better known as Shared Living). Each home is shared by three people with developmental disabilities (DD). Another person lives independently in his own home. They are supported, as needed, by Leander House. For all people we ensure their health and wellbeing, a safe and comfortable home life, community involvement, and job support.

  • Personal safety that is free of abuse and neglect
  • Homes that are safe, beautiful, well maintained, and blend into the neighborhood and community
  • A healthy and wholesome lifestyle. Access to medical and dental care, mental health services, physical activity, and nutritious food
  • Protected human and civil rights, respectful and supported communication, access to technology, and freedom to visit with friends and family

 

  • Support in the practical aspects of daily living and skill development, e.g., money management, laundry, medication, transportation

 

  • A dedicated Individual Support Plan (ISP) team
  • Access to attentive, committed, knowledgeable care providers
  • Opportunities to develop and sustain meaningful relationships. Chances to explore, define, and express intimacy and companionship
  • Choice and control in daily life and supported decision making in order to maximum independence
  • Individualized cultural, social, and recreational activities
  • Integration into the greater community where new friendships can develop

 

 

 

  • Opportunities to participate in choosing care providers and housemates

 

 

  • Opportunities to evaluate care providers and express general satisfaction

 

  • We support Individuals to ensure that they continue to have the following:

Service Types

  • Case Management
  • Food - At home
  • Skills Training
  • Socialization Activities
  • Transportation - Volunteers

Program Type

  • Case Management
  • Housing
  • Independent Living
  • Transportation

Populations Served

  • Asperger's Syndrome
  • Autism Spectrum
  • Blind
  • Developmental Disability
  • Dysphagia
  • Fragile X Syndrome
  • Hard of Hearing
  • Intellectual Disabilities
  • Language Impairment
  • Learning Disabilities
  • Multiple Disability
  • Speech Impairment

Ages Served

  • 19 - 22
  • 23 – 59
  • 60 +

Languages Spoken

  • German

Accessibility Features

  • Free Transport
  • Near Public Transportation
  • Services at Home

Additional Information

  • Fees: MassHealth, Medicare, Personal Funds
  • Licensed By: MA Department of Developmental Services (DDS)