Heavenly Home Independent Living

Admissions

Your Next Step Toward Independence Starts Here

HHIL provides Supportive Independent Living services for young adults ages 18–21 who are preparing for the transition into independent adulthood.

Our Admissions Approach

A thoughtful, individualized process.

Our admissions process is designed to determine whether HHIL can safely and appropriately meet the needs of each young adult.

Who We Serve

Ready for a structured environment.

HHIL is designed for young adults who are ready to participate in a structured independent-living environment and can benefit from:

1Guidance and supervision
2Life-skills development
3Education support
4Employment and career support
5Individualized transition planning
6Independent-living preparation

Residents should be able to participate in a program that promotes increasing personal responsibility and independence.

General Eligibility

Prospective residents may be considered when they:

    1Are 18–21 years of age and meet applicable referral/program requirements.
    2Need supportive independent-living services while transitioning toward adulthood.
    3Can function safely in a supportive independent-living setting.
    4Are willing and able to participate in an Individualized Service/Transition Plan.
    5Can benefit from life-skills instruction.
    6Are willing to participate in appropriate education, employment, vocational training, or career-readiness activities.
    7Can participate in household responsibilities.
    8Are willing to follow HHIL house rules, safety requirements, curfew, resident responsibilities, and program expectations.
    9Can participate without requiring a level of medical, psychiatric, behavioral, or continuous supervision beyond the scope of HHIL's SIL program.
    10Have sufficient referral, assessment, and supporting documentation for HHIL to determine whether placement is appropriate.

Individualized Admission Review

Admission is not based on one factor alone.

Each referral is reviewed individually.

HHIL considers the young adult's:

Strengths
Needs
Goals
Independence
Safety
Education
Employment
Healthcare
Support Needs
Program Compatibility

The purpose of the review is to determine whether HHIL can provide an appropriate and safe level of support while continuing to promote independence.

Our Admission Process

A clear path from referral to move-in.

1

Referral

A referral is submitted by the appropriate referring agency or authorized professional.

2

Initial Review

HHIL reviews referral information and available records.

3

Assessment & Interview

The prospective resident participates in an intake assessment and interview.

4

Documentation Review

Required records and supporting documentation are reviewed.

5

Admission Determination

HHIL determines whether the program can appropriately meet the young adult's identified needs.

6

Individualized Planning

An individualized transition/service plan is developed.

7

Move-In & Orientation

The resident receives orientation covering program expectations, resident rights, grievance procedures, emergency procedures, house rules, staff support, and available resources.

Areas We Assess

A whole-person review.

Housing Readiness
Daily Living Skills
Personal Care
Cooking & Nutrition
Household Management
Financial Literacy
Education
Employment
Transportation
Health & Wellness
Medication Oversight
Communication
Decision-Making
Community Resources
Safety Awareness
Personal Goals
Transition Planning

Resident Expectations

HHIL is a learning environment.

Residents are expected to actively participate in their own progress.

Learn. Participate. Communicate. Accept Responsibility. Set Goals. Practice New Skills. Respect Others. Prepare for the Future.

Ready to Take the Next Step?

We're here to help you begin.

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