Supported Living Principles
The Principles of Supported Living were created through the original pilot project for Supported Living. We believe that they apply to supporting anyone in any service category.
A Home of One's Own
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Individuals live in homes that they own, lease or rent like other members of their community.
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They Choose where they live and with whom, and they control what happens in their homes.
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Individuals are secure in their homes and do not have to move if their needs, their services or their service agency changes.
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Individuals are safe in their homes and neighborhoods.
Choice and Self-Directed
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My voice, my choice!
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An individual makes her own everyday choices.
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Individuals plan for their future.
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They direct the services they receive, and have a choice of agencies and staff.
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Individuals are supported (e.g. technology, communication devices, behavioral support) to communicate their preferences, choices and needs.
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Individuals are satisfied with the services they receive.
Relationships
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An individual has family, friends and neighbors who support her in regular ways or as paid help.
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The individual and her circle of support work together as a team with the agency and others to share responsibility for her well-being.
Community Membership
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An Individual fully participates in the mainstream of community life.
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Individuals have opportunities to join clubs, groups, and churches.
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Individuals use local community resources and generic services.
Flexible and Tailored Services and Supports
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An Individual has a service plan, which is developed through a person-centered planning process.
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The plan reflects the support that the individual wants and needs.
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Services are provided in the individual's home and community at times when they are preferred.
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Services offer the individual opportunities to increase competence, confidence and quality of life.