Every applicant for admission to JARC will be screen relative to the following admissions:
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- Be 18 years of age or older
- Have a documented intellectual disability but may have a secondary disability such as epilepsy, cerebral palsy, etc. This program does not meet the needs of persons with severe emotional or behavioral impairments
- Possess basic self-help skills to such a degree that he/she can care for most of his/her own self care needs, assist in the maintenance of his/her own living quarters, care for personal clothing and share in household responsibilities
- Demonstrate the adaptive behavior and social skills necessary to succeed in our environment
- Must not require physical restraint for safety purposes
- Receive a determination that living in a JARC group home will be of benefit and in accordance with assessed needs
- Participate in meaningful day programming that has been agreed upon by JARC Staff, the family, and the resident
- Provide a recent medical and psychological evaluation (within 6 months)
- Consent to receiving a JARC assessment battery which may include evaluation of adaptive behavior and medical, psychiatric, and/or psychological reports.
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Supported Living Admission Criteria
Every applicant for admission to JARC will be screen relative to the following admissions:
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- Be 21 years of age or older
- Desire an independent lifestyle
- Be capable of living and sleeping alone without staff supervision present in the apartment
- Can identify emergencies, distinguishing between emergency and non-emergency situations and is capable of calling for help
- Upon admission, pose no threat to self or others, displays no loud or disruptive behavior
- Performs all activities of daily living. If prevented by a physical disability, provides a personal aide to accommodate the need
- Demonstrates reasonable precautions regarding personal safety (locking doors and windows, not letting in and talking to strangers or hitchhiking, etc.)
- Follows apartment safety rules regarding electrical outlets and appliances
- Follows medical orders, including taking mediation without staff
- Responsible for preparing all meals for him/herself