Supported Living
The Arc of Centre County
Supported Living Services
Supporting Independence, Choice, and Community Inclusion
What is Supported Living?
Supported Living is a person-centered service that helps adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities live as independently as possible while receiving the support they need to be successful in their homes and communities.
Unlike traditional residential services, Supported Living allows individuals to live in a home of their choosing while receiving individualized supports tailored to their unique goals, strengths, preferences, and needs.
At The Arc of Centre County, we believe every person deserves the opportunity to direct their own life, make meaningful choices, and participate fully in their community.
Our Mission
We are committed to helping individuals build the skills, confidence, and supports necessary to live the life they choose while promoting independence, dignity, and self-determination.
How Supported Living Can Help
Supports are individualized and may include assistance with:
Daily Living Skills
- Meal planning and preparation
- Grocery shopping
- Household cleaning and organization
- Laundry and clothing care
- Developing healthy daily routines
Home Management
- Budgeting and money management
- Paying bills
- Understanding leases and tenant responsibilities
- Maintaining a safe and healthy home environment
Community Engagement
- Accessing community resources
- Building friendships and social connections
- Recreational and leisure activities
- Volunteer opportunities
- Transportation training and support
Health and Wellness
- Medication reminders and monitoring
- Scheduling and attending medical appointments
- Developing healthy lifestyle habits
- Emergency preparedness and safety planning
Advocacy and Coordination
- Participating in Individual Support Plan (ISP) meetings
- Supporting personal goals and outcomes
- Communicating with support teams and family members
- Promoting self-advocacy and informed decision-making
Our Approach
The Arc of Centre County's Supported Living Program is built on the following principles:
Choice and Control
Individuals direct their services and make decisions about their lives.
Independence
Supports focus on developing and maintaining skills that increase self-sufficiency.
Community Inclusion
Individuals are encouraged and supported to participate fully in community life.
Respect and Dignity
Every person is treated with respect and valued for their unique strengths and abilities.
Person-Centered Planning
Services are designed around each individual's goals, preferences, and vision for the future.
Who May Benefit from Supported Living?
Supported Living may be appropriate for individuals who:
- Are enrolled in an eligible Pennsylvania Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) Waiver.
- Want to live independently or maintain their current living arrangement.
- Need ongoing support to remain successful in their home and community.
- Desire greater independence, personal growth, and community involvement.
Why Choose The Arc of Centre County?
Experienced and Caring Staff
Our team is committed to providing high-quality, person-centered supports that foster independence and personal growth.
Individualized Services
No two people are alike. Supports are tailored to meet each individual's unique needs and goals.
Community Connections
As a trusted provider in Centre County, we help individuals access meaningful opportunities and build strong community relationships.
Commitment to Quality
We focus on helping individuals achieve their goals while maintaining health, safety, and personal choice.
What Makes Supported Living Different?
Many people are familiar with traditional residential group homes, but Supported Living offers a different approach that places greater emphasis on individual choice, independence, and self-direction.
Supported Living
In Supported Living, the individual:
- Chooses where they live and who they live with.
- Holds the lease, owns the home, or has another arrangement that gives them control over their living situation.
- Receives supports that are tailored to their unique needs and goals.
- Directs many aspects of their daily life, including schedules, activities, and routines.
- Maintains greater independence while receiving the assistance needed to be successful.
- 24/7 On-Call support for emergencies from someone they know and who knows them.
- Assist with medical care including scheduling, and attending appointments, filling prescriptions and self-medication.
The support follows the individual, not the residence.
The Goal of Supported Living
Supported Living is designed to help individuals live as independently as possible while remaining safe, healthy, and connected to their communities. Supports are individualized and can increase or decrease over time as a person's needs change.
At The Arc of Centre County, we believe that every individual should have the opportunity to live in the home of their choosing, make meaningful decisions about their life, and receive the support necessary to achieve their personal goals.
Simply put: In a group home, people move into a program. In Supported Living, the support moves to the person.
Getting Started
If you would like to learn more about Supported Living Services or discuss whether this service may be a good fit for you or your loved one, we encourage you to contact us.
The Arc of Centre County
171 Technology Drive, Suite 400
Boalsburg, PA 16827
Phone: (814) 238-1444
Email: mwebster@taocc.org
