Our Vision:
"Sheltered Living, Inc. supports people with disabilities to achieve independence and actively participate in the community”
Sheltered Living is a non-profit organization that was founded in 1971 by a group of parents and community volunteers. We opened our first home for men and women with mental retardation and developmental disabilities in 1972. Today we serve 186 people with over 100 collective diagnoses, mental retardation being the primary diagnosis.
SLI provides residential, day and case management services. Our goal is to provide the least restrictive environment. Each service plan is built around what the client needs, his or her preferences and the ability of Sheltered Living to provide those services. The residential program offers a wide range of living opportunities, from 24 hour awake staff for those who are medically fragile to independent living for individuals who have the ability to work and need minimal supports. We offer small home, apartment and group home settings. All homes are in Topeka.
SLI has 3 experienced case managers. We believe it is important for case managers to meet one on one with our clients each month. Case managers help families develop and implement the Person Centered Support Plan and also identify and maintain eligible state and federal funding.
The Day Program is headquartered at the Maggie Beers Training Center. There are 3 small programs at satellite locations. Our programs are designed for individuals who do not have the ability to work in the community, workshop settings or assisted work programs. Emphasis is place on daily living skills, social skills, leisure and recreational activities, communication, cultural activities and nutrition classes. In 2006 a new program was added – Fabulous Fridays, giving clients the opportunity to explore new subjects and take field trips. Heavy emphasis is placed on building self confidence through volunteerism.
Sheltered Living received our 4th CARF accreditation in 2006. We are licensed by state and local agencies. Families and friends are encouraged to be involved through the Person-Centered Support Planning process, frequent visits and volunteering within the agency.
Agency funding includes federal, state, county mill levy, fees for service and fund raising. We sponsor 2 events – the Festival of Trees, December 3rd - December 6th. The Waste Management Invitational Golf Tournament will be Friday, August 1st, Lake Shawnee.
