Would you consider opening your home to a person with a disability?
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1. Shared Living Provider sought for a woman in her mid-30s with mild developmental disability. She enjoys an active life that includes getting out for walks, spending time at the library and humane society, participating in weekly group activities and spending time with family in the area. She also enjoys dancing and singing along to music, watching TV and playing board games. Ideal match would be a home with early risers with consistent routines, and no children. Pets are okay as long as they are tolerant of being touched. Either in Middlebury or able to provide transportation to Middlebury so she can continue to participate in desired activities. Generous yearly stipend to support the clients’ needs to be discussed with interested parties. Plus annual room and board of $9,919.80, as well as a generous respite budget to be managed by the home provider that allows for breaks and vacations. Contact Amber Thornton at Community Associates 802-388-4021
2. Shared Living Provider sought for a 38-year-old woman with a developmental disability and who is highly capable. Her current goal is to learn independent living skills. She would like someone who can support her with developing a healthy diet and life style. She hopes to find part-time employment in the near future. She enjoys being around animals, doing arts/crafts and learning how to cook. Ideal provider/s would be a single or partnered couple without children or others living in the home. A location within walking distance of town is preferred. She can be left alone with check-ins over a 12-hour period. Generous tax-free annual stipend of $56,984, room & board of $9,920 and a generous respite budget. Please contact Morgan at Community Associates for more information. (802) 388-4021
3. Shared Living Provider sought for a young man with high functioning Autism with minimal behavioral challenges. He will graduate high school this May. He wants to work on his independent living skills (money management, gaining employment and cooking). He enjoys playing video games, has a passion for exotic cars and would love to get into voice over acting. A home without young children would be best. This position offers a generous tax free stipend of $32,000 per year and $826.25 in room and board monthly. As a home provider, you can expect to manage a separate budget of $22,075 to hire respite for breaks. If you would like more information, please contact Sharon Mallory at 802-388-4021 at CSAC or email her at smallory@csac-vt.org
4. Shared Living Provider sought: A teen with Autism and significant support needs, both physical and behavioral, is in need of a supportive home. Ideally looking for a two person home without children with the adults willing to work as a team and support one another. Calm, predictable pets are okay. Uses a walker and wheelchair at times. He needs an accessible entrance to the home, first floor bedroom, loves to take a bath so a bathtub is a must. He is non-verbal and working on increasing his communication skills using pictures. Stipends to support this work include $826.65/month Room & Board, $80,000/yr tax-free difficulty of care stipend, $22,175/yr respite budget to take breaks, $19,700 every six months to hire Personal Care supports. Looking to start this home in the late spring. Please contact Amy Buxton at CSAC (abuxton@CSAC-vt.org) if you may be interested.
5. Shared Living Provider sought for a man in his early 40’s with mild intellectual disabilities. He enjoys four wheeling, time at deer camp, sugaring, bowling and playing video games. An ideal provider would be without children living at home, and who has a consistent routine. Support is needed in improving daily living skills including hygiene, and getting ready for work on time. He receives some hours of staffed support in the community as well as his place of employment. Generous annual tax-free stipend of $38,640 and room and board payment of $9,919.80, and a respite budget. Contact Amy Buxton at Community Associates. (802)388-4021.
6. Shared Living Provider: Seeking a supportive home for a 41 year old man with Asperger’s Syndrome. He is interested in a non-smoking home, friendly dogs OK (but not German Shepherds), cats fine, either no kids or older respectful kids, wants to be part of the family and have someone care about his well-being but also have some privacy. If you do not have high speed internet but cable or fiber optic is available, he will pay to have it installed. Can spend limited amounts of time home alone in the day. Is hoping to live in the village of Middlebury, Bristol or Vergennes. Generous tax free annual stipend of $30,000, monthly R&B payment of $826, and annual respite budget of $9,000. Please contact Jennifer Murdoch at Community Associates/Counseling Service of Addison County. (802)388-4021
7. Part-time Shared Living Provider sought, 2 weeks on with 2 weeks off. Physically active, college educated, healthy eaters with an intellectual interest in Autism needed to share their home with a man in his late 30’s. He enjoys climbing mountains and other physical fun, poetry and music. Ideal match is an Addison County resident with great communication skills who can provide consistent structure and routine. Tax free compensation of $21,730 per year, a generous respite package and shared room and board of $413 per month. Call Sharon Mallory at Community Associates (802)388-4021 to express an interest or ask questions.
8. Shared Living Provider A woman in her mid-60’s with a mild developmental disability is looking for a quiet and relaxing home. A mother-in-law apartment or place where she can have some privacy of her own would be ideal, but not required. She needs support in ensuring safety, medication oversight, and getting to doctor’s appointments. Experience with Alzheimer’s desirable. She loves animals and has an indoor cat. Enjoys listening to country music, going to church, playing card games, shopping, getting nails done, and eating out at her favorite restaurants. She is a smoker and has a colorful sense of humor. Generous tax-free annual stipend of $ $27,705 room and board payment of $9920 and a respite budget. Call Tessa at Community Associates. (802)388-4021. Ext 229
9. Shared living provider for a tech savvy man with Asperger’s Syndrome. This active man in his 30s has interests in NPR, classical music, Scrabble, board games, reading, and jigsaw puzzles. Ideal provider will be able to provide a consistent routine and support a gluten-free diet. He receives some hours of staffed support in the community during the week. Generous annual tax-free stipend of $35,700, room & board of $9,920 and respite budgets. Contact Jennifer Murdoch at Community Associates at (802)388-4021.
Spare Bedroom? Room in your family and your heart for one more? We would love to talk to you about what it might be like to open your home to an adult with a developmental disability. The tax-free stipend and room & board payments that accompany these placements is often equivalent to full time employment. This is a lifestyle that you may really enjoy! Please contact Sara Mason at the Community Associates program of CSAC to inquire. (802) 388-4021.
(Application for Shared Living Provider is different than the agency application, please use application link below if interested in applying.)
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Click here for more information on shared living “Shared Living in Vermont: Individualized Home Supports for People with Developmental Disabilities”, State of Vermont, Division of Disability and Aging Services
https://ddsd.vermont.gov/sites/ddsd/files/documents/shared-living-individual-home-supports.pdf
Please refer to this check list for the housing safety requirements:
https://ddsd.vermont.gov/sites/ddsd/files/documents/Housing_Standards_Checklist.pdf
Click Below to download and print application. Or call (802)388-4021 to have one mailed to you.
