Services

 In-Home Behavioral Respite

In-home behavioral respite is provided for individuals of all ages, and is accessible in situations when the parent, primary caregiver or legal guardian has a need for temporary relief, support or assistance with caregiver responsibilities.

Behavioral Respite: It is designed to provide legal guardians, parents and other primary caregivers with temporary relief from the constant care required by a family member with special needs. More, specifically managing clients with observable maladaptive behaviors.

Behavioral Interventionist: objective is to positively engage with clients and modify maladaptive behaviors by utilizing evidence-based practices.

In-home behavioral respite services must be delivered inside of the family’s home and can only be rendered for the individual approved for care. Sessions are a minimum of 3 hours for 1:1 care and a minimum of 4 hours for 1:2 or 1:3 care, or support may be provided 24/7 depending on the individual needs. Prior to establishing services, the management team will collect sufficient information during the intake process to better understand the specific needs of the consumer and family; consequently this action provides a framework for us to identify the best match for the consumer.

Supportive Living (SLS) 

Personal Care Technician: Provides an extra set of hands to individuals who need support completing their activities of daily living.

Supported Living Services According to the Department of Developmental Services (SLS) consist of a wide range of services for adults with developmental disabilities who gain access through the Individual Program Plan (IPP) process. They may choose to live by themselves or lease in the community. SLS may consist of:

• Support with selecting and moving into a home/apartment; in addition to procuring household goods

• Usual daily living activities and emergencies

• Overseeing personal financial obligations, as well as other supports.

These services assist in individuals exercising meaningful choice and control in their daily lives. It is designed to foster individuals’ nurturing relationships and work towards their long-term personal goals.

Behavior/Job Coaching

Behavioral Coaching: Involves a skilled professional who provides support and guidance to people who are neurodivergent struggling with mild to moderate mental health issues.

Each provider’s approach to coaching will differ slightly, but most behavioral coaching models have a few qualities in common: 

• The behavioral coach (or behavior coach) provides emotional support and active listening

• The focus is on present-day challenges more than past experiences

• Coaches work with clients on identifying the behavioral patterns they want to change

• Goal setting and clear action plans combine to result in positive changes 

One of the most successful kinds of coaching is cognitive behavioral coaching, which employs evidence-based cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) techniques to help clients reframe their negative thought patterns and literally rewire their brains to improve their lives.

Self Determination Program (SDP)

The Transformative Power of Self-determination

Self-determination is both a life-changing opportunity for individuals and a paradigm shifting force for the systems that support them. At its heart lies a revolutionary principle that neurodivergent individuals and their families should have inclusion in the decision-making process that can change their lives. 

ISL believes that embracing self-determination empowers individuals and families to re-imagine what is possible, encouraging innovative thinking about what the lives they can lead; by challenging traditional systems to evolve and becoming more person-centered, responsive, and committed to offering genuine choices.

Core Principles of (SDP)

• Freedom

• Authority

• Support

• Responsibility

• Confirmation