Providing Shared Living Services in Your Home

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At First Choice DDS, we’re proud to offer shared living services where people with developmental, intellectual or other disabilities can experience a safe, nurturing living environment in order to thrive more independently. Shared Living Providers offer individualized care and

services, with the goal of providing independence, privacy and dignity for  their residents. SLPs provide 24/7 support for activities of daily living such as bathing and dressing, medication management,

transportation and light housekeeping.

Shared living is an excellent option for individuals with developmental and/or intellectual disabilities who want to live independently but may need some help with daily living skills. Residents are able to live in their own apartment or home with other adults who have similar needs. This arrangement allows the individual to be part of a community where they can build friendships with others who understand their unique challenges. The goal is for residents to become as

independent as possible while still receiving the support they need. Shared Living Providers offer 24/7 hands-on social and independent living skills training in a family setting. Clients are

empowered to work with their providers to set their own goals for habilitation and independence. Additionally, other support such as therapy, behavioral management strategies is available to individuals that may have a mental health

diagnosis and/or severe behavioral impairments that need to be addressed. Clients typically stay in one home long-term which allows them to build a strong family-like connection with their

provider. Also, with certain disabilities, clients can be very specific about how they like things done, so it is very important for providers to get to know their clients and preference in care. At First Choice DDS, we have a very strict process for finding SLPs to ensure that individuals served are consistently getting the care the deserve.

Who Makes a Good Shared Living Provider? 

First Choice DDS is always in need of individuals or families interested in becoming Shared Living Providers in the Omaha, NE area and beyond. The ideal household will have at least one member of the household with some medical, assisted living, or working with persons with developmental disabilities. However, a genuine passion for helping others with a willingness to learn is the most essential qualification. When most family members are willing to learn about caring for

those with developmental or intellectual disabilities, partnering with First Choice DDS to create a positive environment can be a life changing and rewarding experience.

What are the Requirements to Become and SLP?

To provide our clients with exceptional care and living experiences, there are requirements to become a shared living

provider. To learn more about the requirement, we encourage you to give us a call or send an email and we will bet back to you shortly.