Semi-independent living services (SILS) include training and assistance in managing money, preparing meals, shopping, hygiene and other activities needed to maintain and improve the capacity of an adult with a developmental disability to live in the community. A goal of SILS is to support people in ways that help them achieve their goals and direct their own lives.

Eligibility

To be eligible, you must meet all these criteria:

    • Be 18 or older
    • Be determined to have a developmental disability or a related condition
    • Be unable to function independently without semi-independent living services.
Services

Services include training and assistance in:

    • First aid and getting help in an emergency
    • Learning and exercising rights and responsibilities of community living
    • Nutrition, meal planning and preparation
    • Obtaining and maintaining a home
    • Personal appearance and hygiene
    • Self-administration of medication
    • Shopping
    • Social, recreation and transportation skills, including appropriate social behavior
    • Using the phone and other utilities.