Community Living Supports – Family Model & Family Based Residential Supports
Community Living Supports – Family Model (CLS-FM) offers seniors and adults with disabilities an alternative living arrangement in the homes of specially trained caregivers, providing hands-on assistance, supervision, and support services to facilitate successful community living and prevent or transition from nursing home placement.
What are community living supports - family model & family based residential supports?
Community Living Supports – Family Model (CLS-FM) is a service that provides seniors and adults with disabilities an alternative living arrangement, where individuals live in the homes of specially trained family caregivers (who are not their own family). CLS-FM offers hands-on help, supervision, transportation, and other support services. The goal is to assist individuals in moving from nursing home living to community living, or to prevent the need for nursing home placement altogether.
CLS-FM Services have all the supports necessary to live successfully in their community. This helps them acquire, retain, and improve the skills needed to live successfully in a family environment, specifically in the home of trained caregivers who are not their family of origin.
Our caregivers go through a thorough recruitment, screening, and training process before providing any services. Assistance is available 24/7, and each home is limited to no more than three supported persons.
The services provided include direct support with:
- Activities of daily living
- Essential household chores for the health and safety of the supported person
- Budget management
- Attending appointments
- Building interpersonal and social skills to live successfully in a community home
OUR MAIN FOCUS IS TO HELP THOSE WE SUPPORT LIVE THEIR BEST LIFE.
Ready to work with us?
Discover your pathway to a fulfilling life with ease through our meticulously outlined admissions process, designed to streamline your journey towards accessing the support you need. Let us guide you step-by-step, ensuring a seamless transition and empowering you to embark on your journey to optimal well-being.
Step One
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Step 1: Initial Referral and Assessment
Users seeking support from Support Solutions of the Mid-South (SSMS) should initiate the process by obtaining a referral from a relevant institution such as a psychiatric hospital. This referral will trigger the assessment process. Upon receiving the referral, our clinical team will assess it based on specific criteria including insurance coverage, co-occurring mental health diagnosis, income, and the individual's ability to ambulate. This assessment aims to determine the suitability of services for the individual. If the assessment aligns with the criteria and the person agrees to the proposed services, the admission process will proceed.
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Step 1: Admissions Process
Once the individual agrees to the proposed services, Support Solutions of the Mid-South (SSMS) will begin the admissions process. The admissions process involves ensuring compliance with licensing requirements as per state and federal regulations. This includes verifying specific criteria such as the individual's diagnosis of intellectual or developmental disability, qualification for ICF/IDD level of care, completion of a Level of Care, and approval for Waiver or State Funding. Users will be required to submit various documents including medical records, psychological evaluations, insurance cards, Social Security Card, Resident Assessment assistance, immunization documentation, and current MAR if applicable.
Step Two
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Step 2: Evaluation and Service Provision
Following the submission of necessary documents and completion of the admissions process, Support Solutions' Admissions, Discharge, and Transfers Committee will evaluate the referral further. This evaluation includes assessing the adequacy and suitability of personnel and resources, considering the supported person's needs and whether they can be met at home, through residential support, or community/day support. Users will be informed about the availability of services provided and the geographic area served. Additionally, SSMS will coordinate with other agencies if they cannot respond to a request or continuance of service, and will provide advance notification of service changes, with exceptions for specific situations. Throughout this process, users can expect clear communication and guidance from Support Solutions of the Mid-South (SSMS) to ensure a smooth transition and appropriate support provision.
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