Why do some people need supported housing?
Historically, individuals with disabilities, and other vulnerable populations, whose care may have required more than the average family could accommodate, were often institutionalized and/or hospitalized. Institutional care prohibited independent thought, action and skill development, and, minimized or denied personal freedoms. Over time, some of these individuals became too dependent and lost their sense of independence. Their self-esteem and spirit were injured by the experience of living in an institution or from being homeless. Moving to homes in the community often requires these individuals to learn or re-learn social skills, relationship skills, independent living skills and how to value themselves. Community Residential Services provide these learning opportunities, as well as support, guidance and friendship to assist individuals, who otherwise would be unable to live in the community, to experience inclusive and participation in community activities of their choice.
