Day Habilitation
🌞 Day Habilitation
Empowering Daily Life. Encouraging Connection. Enriching Skills.
At First Generation Residential Living, we understand that growth doesn’t stop at home—it happens through community, exploration, and meaningful relationships. Our Individual Day Habilitation services are designed to help adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities build essential life skills and engage meaningfully with the world around them.
🌟 What is Day Habilitation (Individual)?
Day Habilitation is a person-centered, goal-based service focused on helping individuals acquire, maintain, or improve their ability to live and participate in the community. It is available through the Community Integration and Habilitation (CIH) Waiver and is tailored to each person’s Person-Centered Individualized Support Plan (PCISP).
Services are offered in non-residential, community-based settings and are coordinated with other necessary supports like physical, occupational, or speech therapy when applicable.
🧩 What Does Day Habilitation Include?
Our day habilitation activities are flexible, engaging, and deeply personalized. We provide one-on-one assistance with:
Self-Care and Daily Living Skills
Including hygiene routines, dressing, meal preparation, and managing personal space.Personal Health and Safety
Supporting routines that maintain physical wellness, medication awareness, and safety in public spaces.Communication and Socialization
Enhancing verbal and non-verbal expression, building relationships, and improving interaction skills.Community Inclusion
Helping individuals confidently navigate and engage with their communities—whether at a store, library, or café.Recreation and Leisure
Facilitating participation in hobbies, outdoor activities, and creative outlets.Decision-Making and Autonomy
Promoting independence through informed choices and personal goal-setting.
🧍 Who Is Eligible?
Day Habilitation services are available to individuals 18 years or older who are eligible under the CIH Waiver. Services are customized based on individual needs, preferences, and life goals.
Our interdisciplinary team works closely with:
The individual
Family members or guardians
Therapists and clinicians (if needed)
Case managers and support coordinators
Trained Day Program staff and DSPs
🌍 Where Services Are Provided
Day Habilitation is provided outside the home in diverse and enriching environments, including:
📚 Public libraries
🏞️ Parks and recreational centers
🛍️ Local shops, restaurants, or malls
🏠 Provider-operated day program facilities
⛪ Community centers, churches, or group clubs
💬 How We Personalize the Experience
At First Generation, we value individual choice and self-expression. We spend time learning each person’s interests, routines, and boundaries. Our staff helps participants:
Explore favorite places, hobbies, and interests
Discover social preferences—small groups vs. larger outings
Engage in seasonal events or weather-based activities
Identify natural supports—friends, church groups, clubs, or community connections
Create a dynamic Life Domains Profile that evolves over time
🎯 Our Approach at First Generation Residential Living
Our mission is to help every individual live a connected, empowered life. Through Day Habilitation, we provide:
Thoughtful, goal-driven programming
Respect for personal routines and preferences
Safe, supportive, and engaging environments
Compassionate staff committed to dignity, choice, and independence
Alignment with state regulations and best practices
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We’d Love to Hear From You
Have questions about our services, referrals, or how we can support your loved one? Reach out anytime—we’re here to help. After contacting us, you can expect a response within 1–2 business days from a member of our care team.
