HomeWorks: A model of independent living for individuals with disabilities June 18 2020 at 1pm eastern

HomeWorks: A model of independent living for individuals with disabilities [MFOFC Housing Webinar]

HomeWorks, based in Pennsylvania, brings together three adults with disabilities who live independently in one home with supports they need. HomeWorks is an example one of the tools families can use to create affordable, accessible homes for people with disabilities. Learn more and register at https://massfamilies.org/housing-webinar-series/june-18-homeworks-webinar-registration/

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A look at Mainstreet, an inclusive housing project

The services cliff and its impact Parents face considerable anxiety as adult children with disabilities encounter the services cliff – an end to support services – when transitioning from high school. A lack of access to support services for young adults at this critical juncture often translates to unfavorable prospects in higher education, employment and […]

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Imagining Better: Person-Centered Planning and Living Arrangements

Here at MFOFC, we are driven by the vision of empowerment for individual and family support that includes planning, choices and decision-making. Person-centered planning is very much in line with this vision, as it puts the individual at the center, helping them develop a vision, plan for their future and foster an environment to help […]