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AutismLifeSpanHomes are residential homes licensed by the California Department of Health Services to provide intermediate care habilitation services to teens and young adults who have been diagnosed with autism and or related developmental disabilities.
When our residents reach milestone birthdays we change the program emphasis to meet their needs so there is never a disruption in placement. We provide lifespan care with medical management and monitoring of all the stages and ages that the young person with autism or related developmental disability will experience. Each of our three homes has programs specially designed for each stage from adolescence to adulthood.
All of the homes are nestled beneath emerald hills in a secluded and very private neighborhood in Phillips Ranch, California. Phillips Ranch is subdivision located in Pomona which is approximately 35 miles east of Los Angles and 7 miles from Orange County. Each home is beautifully maintained with manicured yards, cozy furnishings, and private and semi-private bedrooms.
Habilitation Services=Success
Intermediate care homes, habilitation are based upon a medical model. The residents admitted must have a need for intermittent nursing care and supervision. Residents best suited for this type of residential placements can be diagnosed with autism and need 24/7 supervision and care for their safety and protection, have developmental disabilities that can included cerebral palsy, genetic medical conditions, behavioral challenges, self help and communication deficits, and other deficits that limit the residents ability to be self sufficient in home and community environments. We accept emergency placements.
Each resident is given a comprehensive functional assessment upon admission by our interdisciplinary team. An individualized program of goals and objectives developed by our interdisciplinary team, parents and family, staff, teachers and regional centers workers is structured for each resident. This program is reviewed and monitored at regular intervals by the team. As residents meet goals and objectives, new goals and objectives are implemented so that the resident never stagnates or fails to make some progress, the entire process is dynamic and challenging for everyone!
Quality Staff+ Caring Professionals = Success
Our staff consists of the following professionals
- Experienced, caring and mature direct care professionals
- QMRP
- Registered Nurse
- Licensed clinical behavioral psychologist
- Registered Dietician
- Occupational Therapists
- Speech Therapists
- Pharmacy Consultant
- General Medical Doctor
We are active participants in the community and families support and involvement is our greatest resource!
Our homes have structured recreation and community activities. All residents are encouraged to participate in physical activities such as soccer, baseball and Special Olympics. Residents are encouraged to take daily walks or utilize the exercise equipment in the homes. We believe that physical exercise is essential to wellness.
All three homes have annual memberships to the Aquarium of the Pacific, Los Angeles County Museums, and California state parks. Each summer they can chose to attend a week long residential camp in Yucaipa, or Big Bear. During the winter months they participate in winter activities in the nearby mountains. Residents also have the opportunity to attend organized faith centers of choice. Families are encouraged to take their children home for special holiday, weekends or summer vacations. We strongly encourage family visits and involvement at all times. Join us for a meal or a meeting; we always have a seat at the table for our families.
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