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Project Overview
CLBC’s Residential Options Project gives individuals and families more freedom in how they choose their residential support.
The project will give people with developmental disabilities a chance to make informed decisions about where they live. It will help people find homes that are best suited to their needs, wants, and dreams.
However, if people are happy with their current situation, they will not be asked to move. The project provides choices for those who have indicated that they would like a different home and for those who have never been asked about their preferences.
What will happen
We will offer to meet with every person in a staffed residential resource by the end of March 2007. Individuals who, along with their support network, wish to explore an alternative living arrangement will be given an opportunity to have a new plan developed. They do not have to commit to any plan until they are comfortable with the solution.
What this means for individuals
Through consultation and planning, individuals will be supported to develop innovative residential options that maximize their independence and involvement in community life. Individuals who already know that they would prefer an alternative residential arrangement can contact us directly or get in touch with a service provider or CLBC staff member to discuss their idea.
We will work together to develop systems that help people adjust to the new arrangements. Most importantly, when people choose a new model, a place in their original home will be held for up to four months so they have the option to return.
What this means for families
Many families and their relatives in staffed homes did not have the opportunity to choose their accommodations or design something that would support their unique circumstances. Instead, they were often required to accept what was chosen for them. We will work with families to remove barriers and to create an ideal home. Together, we will ensure that important safeguards are established.
What this means for agencies
Project staff will work with service providers to identify individuals who might be interested in exploring residential alternatives. Local community living office staff will be available to develop a plan for each individual requiring a different option. Throughout this initiative, project staff will highlight various residential options and creative approaches that have been successful for individuals and service providers.
Many service providers across the province have already developed residential alternatives that are both person-centred and cost-effective. In addition to creating more responsive services, this innovative approach has allowed agencies to provide a broader range of supports to more people.
Feedback
Please visit the CLBC website for regular updates on the project or contact the project managers directly:
Andrea Baker
Jacinta Eni
Residential Options FAQs
Residential Options Success Stories
Residential Options Service Provider Transformation Grants
 Residential Options Mid-Point Overview (72KB pdf)
Residential Options Phase One Report (131KB pdf)
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