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Due to inclement weather, The Arc of Bristol County proAbility offices will be closed on Monday, January 26th. 

Community Based Services

Massachusetts Shared Living

Shared Living

Shared Living Services are provided to individuals who need assistance or can no longer live independently. The individual lives with a provider in the provider’s home. Shared Living offers an alternative to traditional 24-hour group homes, providing a more individualized and family-like living environment. 

  • Eligibility

    Adults (22 years and older) with intellectual and developmental disabilities and referred by the Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services (DDS)

  • Shared Living Potential Provider Responsibilities

    -Provide services in the Provider's home
    -Supervise and support the physical and emotional wellness of individuals
    -Assist with activities of daily living (ADLs) like cooking, meal preparation, laundry
    -Provide a clean, safe, and supportive home environment
    -Assist with medication administration as needed
    -Schedule and accompany individuals to medical and healthcare appointments
    -Support personal goals outlined in the Individual Service Plan (ISP)
    -Maintain reliable transportation for appointments and activities

Contact

101 Industrial Park Rd.
Taunton, MA 02780

508-226-1445

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