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DCS Residential Group Homes Services
Empowering Lives Through Compassionate, Community-Based Care
At Developmental Community Services (DCS), we provide safe, inclusive, and nurturing homes for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). Our residential programs are designed to support each individual’s unique needs, promoting independence, dignity, and community integration.
DCS Residential Group Homes Services
Empowering Lives Through Compassionate, Community-Based Care
Enhanced Residential Group Homes
Our Enhanced Residential Group Homes offer a supportive living environment tailored for individuals requiring higher levels of care. These homes are staffed 24/7 by trained professionals, including Direct Support Professionals (DSPs), nurses, and behavioral specialists, ensuring comprehensive support at all times.
Key Features:
24/7 Professional Staffing: Continuous support from DSPs, nurses, and behavioral specialists to address medical, behavioral, and daily living needs.
Personalized Care Plans: Each resident receives an individualized plan focusing on their strengths, preferences, and goals.
Comprehensive Health Oversight: Medication management, ongoing health monitoring, and coordination with healthcare providers are seamlessly integrated to ensure comprehensive medical oversight.
Skill-Building Opportunities: Programs aimed at developing daily living skills, promoting greater independence.
Community Integration: Residents are encouraged and supported to participate in community activities, fostering social connections and engagement.
Enhanced Residential Group Homes
Our Enhanced Residential Group Homes offer a supportive living environment tailored for individuals requiring higher levels of care. These homes are staffed 24/7 by trained professionals, including Direct Support Professionals (DSPs), nurses, and behavioral specialists, ensuring comprehensive support at all times.
Key Features:
24/7 Professional Staffing: Continuous support from DSPs, nurses, and behavioral specialists to address medical, behavioral, and daily living needs.
Personalized Care Plans: Each resident receives an individualized plan focusing on their strengths, preferences, and goals.
Comprehensive Health Oversight: Medication management, ongoing health monitoring, and coordination with healthcare providers are seamlessly integrated to ensure comprehensive medical oversight.
Skill-Building Opportunities: Programs aimed at developing daily living skills, promoting greater independence.
Community Integration: Residents are encouraged and supported to participate in community activities, fostering social connections and engagement.
Medical and Health Oversight
Our medical team ensures that residents receive appropriate healthcare services, including:
Routine Health Monitoring: Regular check-ups and health assessments to maintain overall well-being
Medication Management: Administration and monitoring of medications as prescribed.
Coordination with Healthcare Providers: Collaborative approach involving primary care physicians, specialists, and other healthcare professionals.
Medical and Health Oversight
Our medical team ensures that residents receive appropriate healthcare services, including:
Routine Health Monitoring: Regular check-ups and health assessments to maintain overall well-being
Medication Management: Administration and monitoring of medications as prescribed.
Coordination with Healthcare Providers: Collaborative approach involving primary care physicians, specialists, and other healthcare professionals.
Behavioral and Emotional Support
Recognizing the importance of mental and emotional well-being, our services include:
Behavioral Interventions: Strategies and support for individuals with challenging behaviors.
Counseling Services: Access to therapists and counselors for emotional support.
Crisis Management: Immediate response plans to address and de-escalate crises effectively.
Behavioral and Emotional Support
Recognizing the importance of mental and emotional well-being, our services include:
Behavioral Interventions: Strategies and support for individuals with challenging behaviors.
Counseling Services: Access to therapists and counselors for emotional support.
Crisis Management: Immediate response plans to address and de-escalate crises effectively.
Daily Living Support
We assist residents in developing and maintaining essential daily living skills, such as [Maryland.gov Enterprise Agency Template]
Personal Care: Support with hygiene, grooming, and dressing.
Meal Preparation: Assistance with planning and preparing nutritious meals [Maryland.gov Enterprise Agency Template]
Household Management: Guidance in cleaning, laundry, and other household tasks.
Transportation: Support in accessing community resources, appointments, and recreational activities.
Daily Living Support
We assist residents in developing and maintaining essential daily living skills, such as [Maryland.gov Enterprise Agency Template]
Personal Care: Support with hygiene, grooming, and dressing.
Meal Preparation: Assistance with planning and preparing nutritious meals [Maryland.gov Enterprise Agency Template]
Household Management: Guidance in cleaning, laundry, and other household tasks.
Transportation: Support in accessing community resources, appointments, and recreational activities.
Eligibility & Intake
Your Path to DDA Residential Services
At Developmental Community Services (DCS), we are committed to providing supportive, community-based residential services for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). To access these services, individuals must meet specific eligibility criteria established by the Maryland Developmental Disabilities Administration (DDA).
Who Qualifies for DDA Services?
To be eligible for DDA services in Maryland, an individual must:
Have a developmental disability, defined as a severe, chronic disability that:
Is attributable to a physical or mental impairment (other than the sole diagnosis of mental illness).
Manifests before the age of 22.
Is likely to continue indefinitely.
Results in substantial functional limitations in at least three of the following areas: self-care, receptive and expressive language, learning, mobility, self-direction, capacity for independent living, or economic self-sufficiency.
Requires individually planned and coordinated services.Kennedy
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Require services to live independently and participate in the community.
For more detailed information on eligibility criteria, please refer to the Maryland Department of Health's DDA Eligibility Application Process. MedSource Community Services, Inc.+2Maryland.gov Enterprise Agency Template+2Maryland.gov Enterprise Agency Template+2
For more detailed information on eligibility criteria, please refer to the Maryland Department of Health's DDA Eligibility Application Process. MedSource Community Services, Inc.+2Maryland.gov Enterprise Agency Template+2Maryland.gov Enterprise Agency Template+2
How to Apply?
The application process involves several steps:
Initial Contact:
Reach out to your local DDA Regional Office to request the Application for Eligibility. You can also download the application from the Maryland Department of Health's website.
Submit Application and Supporting Documentation:
Complete the application and submit it along with required documents, which may include:
> Psychological evaluations.
> Medical records.
> Individualized Education Plans (IEPs).
> Adaptive behavior assessments.
Assignment of Coordinator of Community Services (CCS):
Once your application is received, a CCS will be assigned to guide you through the process. The CCS will schedule a face-to-face assessment to gather comprehensive information about your needs and preferences.
Eligibility Determination:
The DDA Regional Office will review your application, supporting documents, and assessment results to determine eligibility. You will be notified in writing of the decision.
For more detailed information on eligibility criteria, please refer to the Maryland Department of Health's DDA Eligibility Application Process. MedSource Community Services, Inc.+2Maryland.gov Enterprise Agency Template+2Maryland.gov Enterprise Agency Template+2
Eligibility & Intake
Your Path to DDA Residential Services
At Developmental Community Services (DCS), we are committed to providing supportive, community-based residential services for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). To access these services, individuals must meet specific eligibility criteria established by the Maryland Developmental Disabilities Administration (DDA).
Who Qualifies for DDA Services?
To be eligible for DDA services in Maryland, an individual must:
Have a developmental disability, defined as a severe, chronic disability that:
Is attributable to a physical or mental impairment (other than the sole diagnosis of mental illness).
Manifests before the age of 22.
Is likely to continue indefinitely.
Results in substantial functional limitations in at least three of the following areas: self-care, receptive and expressive language, learning, mobility, self-direction, capacity for independent living, or economic self-sufficiency.
Requires individually planned and coordinated services.Kennedy
Institute+4Montgomery County Maryland+4Maryland.gov Enterprise Agency Template+4Consult Your CFO, Inc.+3Penn-Mar+3Montgomery County Maryland+3
Require services to live independently and participate in the community.
For more detailed information on eligibility criteria, please refer to the Maryland Department of Health's DDA Eligibility Application Process. MedSource Community Services, Inc.+2Maryland.gov Enterprise Agency Template+2Maryland.gov Enterprise Agency Template+2
For more detailed information on eligibility criteria, please refer to the Maryland Department of Health's DDA Eligibility Application Process. MedSource Community Services, Inc.+2Maryland.gov Enterprise Agency Template+2Maryland.gov Enterprise Agency Template+2
How to Apply?
The application process involves several steps:
Initial Contact:
Reach out to your local DDA Regional Office to request the Application for Eligibility. You can also download the application from the Maryland Department of Health's website.
Submit Application and Supporting Documentation:
Complete the application and submit it along with required documents, which may include:
> Psychological evaluations.
> Medical records.
> Individualized Education Plans (IEPs).
> Adaptive behavior assessments.
Assignment of Coordinator of Community Services (CCS):
Once your application is received, a CCS will be assigned to guide you through the process. The CCS will schedule a face-to-face assessment to gather comprehensive information about your needs and preferences.
Eligibility Determination:
The DDA Regional Office will review your application, supporting documents, and assessment results to determine eligibility. You will be notified in writing of the decision.
For more detailed information on eligibility criteria, please refer to the Maryland Department of Health's DDA Eligibility Application Process. MedSource Community Services, Inc.+2Maryland.gov Enterprise Agency Template+2Maryland.gov Enterprise Agency Template+2
Enrollment Process:
Initial Consultation
Contact us to discuss your needs and learn more about our services.
Assessment
We conduct a thorough assessment to determine the appropriate level of support.
Placement
Based on the assessment, we identify suitable housing options within our network.
Transition Planning
We develop a personalized transition plan to ensure a smooth move into the residential setting.
Ongoing Support
Continuous evaluation and adjustment of services to meet evolving needs.
Enrollment Process:
Initial Consultation
Contact us to discuss your needs and learn more about our services.
Assessment
We conduct a thorough assessment to determine the appropriate level of support.
Placement
Based on the assessment, we identify suitable housing options within our network.
Transition Planning
We develop a personalized transition plan to ensure a smooth move into the residential setting.
Ongoing Support
Continuous evaluation and adjustment of services to meet evolving needs.
Take the Next Step
If you or a loved one is seeking a supportive residential environment that fosters growth, independence, and community involvement, we’re here to help.
Take the Next Step
If you or a loved one is seeking a supportive residential environment that fosters growth, independence, and community involvement, we’re here to help.
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