Developmental Disability In-Home Service

At Shalom Lifecare Solutions LLC, our Developmental Disability In-Home Service is designed to support individuals in their homes through structured care and daily guidance. This service helps promote greater participation in routines through skill-building, personal assistance, and behavioral support. Care plans follow the Individual Support Plan (ISP) and are delivered with consistency, coordination, and a focus on practical progress. Our team works collaboratively with families and coordinators to ensure services align with identified needs and goals. Each aspect of care is handled with professionalism and a clear focus on encouraging increased independence.

Our services include, but are not limited to:

1. Personal Assistance Services 

• Support with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs):
  Bathing, dressing, grooming, eating, toileting, mobility, and transfers.
  
• Medication Assistance:
  Delivered within the provider’s scope, following state guidelines.
  
• Health Monitoring:
  Support includes reminders and basic checks like vital signs.
  
• Meal Preparation & Feeding Support:
  Services are aligned with any special dietary needs.
  
• Household Tasks:
  Includes light cleaning, laundry, and organization to maintain a healthy environment.

2. Skill Building and Training (Based on ISP)

• Self-Help Development:
  Training in hygiene, dressing, and personal routines.
  
• Money Management:
  Practical support for budgeting and basic purchasing tasks.
  
• Routine Management:
  Helps with organizing tasks, awareness of time, and maintaining schedules.
  
• Travel & Mobility Training:
  Community navigation and basic public transportation skills.
  
• Personal Safety Education:
  Emergency responses, home awareness, and fire safety are addressed.

3. Behavioral Support Implementation

• Behavior Plan Implementation:
  Staff follow approved strategies to support positive habits.
  
• Data Reporting:
  Behavioral observations are documented and shared with the appropriate professionals.
  
• Crisis Management:
  Trained staff respond to escalations using calm, structured techniques.
  
• Reinforcement of Positive Behavior:
  Encouragement of appropriate actions in home and community settings.

4. Socialization and Community Engagement (As Authorized)

• Communication Support:
  Assistance with AAC devices and expressive communication.
  
• Community Involvement:
  Includes support for events, volunteer work, and social participation.
  
• Peer Interaction:
  Help with initiating and maintaining relationships.
  
• Support for Learning & Work Goals:
  Assistance with educational or vocational steps (if part of ISP).

5. Health Maintenance Activities (As Guided by DMAS)

• Healthcare Follow-Up:
  Help with scheduling or coordinating medical visits.
  
• Medical Visit Support:
  Staff can accompany individuals if this is included in the ISP.
  
• Assistive Equipment Help:
  Guidance on using medical or mobility devices correctly.

6. Family / Caregiver Training and Support

• Caregiver Coaching:
  Instruction based on ISP strategies.
  
• Respite Care:
  Short-term relief for caregivers (if authorized in the ISP).
  
• Ongoing Updates:
  Open communication regarding progress and needs.
  
• Access to Planning Resources:
  Supportive materials and tools for family caregivers.

Service Coordination Activities

• Collaboration with Support Coordinators:
  Consistent participation in ISP meetings and plan reviews.
  
• Documentation Responsibilities:
  Includes daily notes, goal tracking, incidents, and logs — in compliance with billing standards.