Home 8A
Individuals who live on Home 8A are capable of initiating interactions with each other, and are able to establish lasting friendships. Most have adequate communication skills with the support of trained communication partners. Some can manage self-care tasks with verbal prompting, while others require physical assistance with their daily needs. All attend community workshops or activity programs.
Program Focus:
- A spirit of self-determination and cooperation is fostered through individual and group activities
- Developing and refining socially appropriate behavior in a variety of settings is emphasized
- Individual and group leisure time interests and activities are fostered
- Training to improve self-care skills and refine communication skills is offered
- Individual choice and preference is respected