Adult Foster Care (AFC) Group Homes Program

At our Adult Foster Care Group Homes, we are dedicated to creating a haven of compassion and stability for adults facing diverse life challenges. Our program is designed not just as a place to live but as a supportive community that fosters wellness and personal development at every turn.

We understand that each individual's journey is unique, and our mission is to offer personalized support that nurtures both physical and emotional well-being. Our residents benefit from a range of services tailored to promote independence, self-esteem, and skill-building, all within a secure and caring environment.

Our holistic approach encompasses a variety of life-enhancing services, including individualized care plans, life skills training, community engagement opportunities, and access to therapeutic and medical care. We are committed to empowering our residents, providing the tools and support necessary for them to navigate daily challenges, cultivate personal growth, and move toward a fulfilling and autonomous future.

In joining our Adult Foster Care Group Home, residents become part of a community where transformation is not just possible but actively encouraged. Here, each individual is valued, their personal growth journey is supported, and a fresh start is within reach. Embrace the opportunity to be part of a setting where your well-being is our top priority, and a brighter, more rewarding life awaits.

The Individual Person:

  • Life Skills Training – Teaches independent living skills necessary to motivate consumers to move towards a least-restrictive environment: i.e., personal hygiene, cleaning, cooking, money management and, shopping routines

  • Micro Enterprise – Teaches a variety of job skills in various areas

    • Janitorial

    • Lawn Care

    • Basic Office Tasks

    • Basic Repair and Maintenance

    • House Cleaning Services

  • Psychosocial Skill Development: Teaches how to schedule recreation and appropriate use of leisure time (weekend planning); reinforces community integration and normalization; teaches consumers health choices for utilization of relaxation time.

  • Structured Daily Routines: Teaches consumers organizational skills and time management. In addition to teaching them the importance of daily routines and how these routines can assist them to manage energy, thoughts and reduce stressors.

  • Dietary Skill Development: Teaches nutritional vales and the benefits of making good food choices and exercising.

  • G.E.D. Preparation: Enrollment in adult education programs, and tutoring to enable the individual to pass the test.

The Individual in the Community:

  • Collaboration with local businesses for competitive employment opportunities, volunteer organizations to provide opportunities to give back to the community as well as participation in community projects and special events. Spending time in locations of their choice where the community is not a community of consumers only.

The Individual Holistic Approach:

  • Motivational Intervention Program

  • 24 Hour On-Call Crisis Intervention

  • We employ the integrative Health Approach: A.R.S. affirms that every person is a unique and valuable individual

3 Phase Residential Model Approach

A.R.S. offers a holistic 3-phase residential model to cater to individuals with varying needs for support and independence. The first phase, the Specialized Residential Program, focuses on providing a structured therapeutic environment to address emotional and behavioral challenges, offering 24-hour care, dietary programs, group therapy, and more, aimed at fostering positive changes and skill development. The Semi-Independent Living Program, Phase II, allows individuals who have progressed in their therapeutic journey to live in a less restrictive environment, focusing on community engagement, employment skills, and daily living tasks. Phase III, the Independent Living Program, transitions residents to more autonomous living situations, continuing support to ensure the maintenance of skills learned, like GED completion, job search, and maintaining psychiatric stability. Throughout these phases, A.R.S. integrates family unification, therapeutic services, nutritional guidance, and socialization to support a comprehensive journey toward independent living.

  • Phase I

    Specialized Residential Program

    Our mission is to provide a structured therapeutic environment for consumers with emotional and behavioral challenges. This environment is designed to eliminate aberrant behavior(s). Our goal is to stimulate positive change and assist in developing skills, to lead a more productive life.

    24 Hour Residential Care, Diet and Nutritional Program, Group Therapy, Substance Abuse Program, Anger Management Program, Evidence Based Practices, Enhanced Staffing, Community Based Education, Medication Compliance, Light and rigorous exercise Program, Education, Life Skills Training, Community Collaboration, Computer Lab, Structured Daily Routines

  • Phase II

    Semi-Independent Living Program

    Consumers will have worked through some of their emotional, behavioral and substance issues. Clinically they will have gained the skill sets necessary to move to a less restrictive environment. Staffing based upon individual need.

    Participation in community service projects, Employment seeking, Utilization of public transportation, Grocery shopping and meal preparation, Cleaning and laundry routines, Financial Management, Utilization of bank account (checking account), Medication compliance, Education, Positive use of leisure time, Resumes, job application and interview (learning setting, mock interview), Computer Lab, Structured Daily Routines

  • Phase III

    Independent Living Program

    Residents will have a good working knowledge of the independent living skills acquired in our SIL program and will be placed in an apartment setting or with their family and monitored through our organization. Daily monitoring will be provided to ensure:

    Participation in GED Program or Community College, Employment Search, Cleanliness of Environment, Positive Daily Routines, Appropriate use of Recreational and Leisure time, Mediation Compliance, Education, Psychiatric Stability