What to Expect in Our SDMI Adult Foster Care Homes

At Empowered Living Solutions, we are committed to providing comprehensive, resident-focused care that goes beyond meeting basic needs. We strive to empower our residents to live fulfilling, independent lives in an environment that promotes growth, engagement, and security. Whether you are exploring supportive living options for yourself or a loved one, contact us today to learn what we have to offer as your long-term supportive housing provider. We offer:

  • Safe and Supportive Long-Term Living Spaces: Each home is designed to provide a clean, comfortable, and safe environment where residents can feel secure and supported. Our residents can depend on assistance with medication management and three nutritious meals provided daily

  • Resident-Driven Care: While ELS does not offer Case Management yet, our staff works closely with residents to develop personal goals for independence, whether that involves mastering daily tasks, engaging in community activities, or building healthy habits.

Additional Services Offered in Our Homes

Assistance with SDMI Waiver process and Medical Record Consolidation

ELS goes beyond standard health support by assisting residents in maintaining comprehensive medical records. We help consolidate documents from multiple healthcare providers, ensuring future transitions are seamless, whether changing care settings or medical teams. This proactive management enhances health outcomes and simplifies communication with external providers

Coordination with External Providers

Our staff act as a bridge between residents and all their care teams, including doctors, psychiatrists, case managers, payee representatives, and state agency providers. We ensure that all aspects of care are aligned and advocate for residents if challenges arise, always prioritizing their best interests.

Promoting Independence and Habit Formation

Empowered Living Solutions emphasizes the importance of building healthy habits that lead to greater independence. Residents work alongside staff to identify key behavioral struggles which inhibit them from reaching their personal goals. We encourage creative collaboration, allowing residents to share the most effective methods for fostering healthy habit formation, ensuring personalized and receptive care.

Community Engagement and Activity Integration

Our homes are not just places to live, they are gateways to community involvement. Residents enjoy regular outings, including activities such as morning group walks, bowling nights, and library visits. In addition, we facilitate group classes like cooking and knitting to promote skill development and social interaction. Custom activities can also be arranged to suit individual interests, fostering a deeper sense of community engagement.

Educational and Employment Support

Empowered Living Solutions goes further by assisting residents in pursuing higher education and employment opportunities. We offer help with FAFSA applications and guide residents through the college admissions process. Additionally, we collaborate with employment training programs to provide residents with the skills they need for the workforce, offering direct assistance in employment training, vocational rehabilitation, and job placement opportunities.