The Shared Living option under the Community Support Program is available to adults with mental retardation and/or other disabling conditions who wish to receive daily support and companionship from individuals or families with whom they share a home.  This type of living situation is very individualized and personalized way of receiving support. 

The individual is typically involved in process of selecting the person/family with which he/she will live and may be involved in selecting the home setting if one is needed.

Shared living providers incorporate the individual as a full member the household, provide a comfortable home environment, provide nutritious meals tailored to the individual’s dietary needs, assist with person care needs as necessary, assist with routine appointments, support social and leisure involvements, assist with budgeting and banking, and coordinate with  other service providers. 

Staff from the Arc’s Community Support Program provide additional support and assistance to both the individual and shared living provider.