Intellectual and Developmental Disability Programs
A day built around the person.
Freedom Senior Services programs support adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) in building everyday skills, making friends and taking part in community life at their own pace and toward their own goals. The person’s interests, preferences and support needs guide the day.
Support for everyday life and community connection
Daily living skills
Practice with cooking, money, schedules, transit and other routines that can build greater independence.
Friendships and activities
Time with peers and activities that make the day engaging and meaningful.
Community outings
Opportunities to spend time in the community, such as stores, parks, libraries or volunteer activities, based on the program and plan.
Personal care
Support with personal needs as written in the participant’s plan.
Support for families
Reliable daytime support that also gives family caregivers time for work, appointments or other responsibilities.
Transportation
Available at some locations and through some programs. A coordinator will explain what applies where you live.
Familiar people. Goals that start with the person.
Consistency can matter when someone is learning a routine and building trust. We work to keep the people supporting each participant familiar when possible. Progress looks different for each person, so goals begin with the participant’s interests, needs and plan rather than a one-size-fits-all idea of success.
How IDD programs get paid for
Medicaid waiver programs may cover eligible IDD services where Freedom participates. A coordinator can explain the payment paths that may apply based on the person’s location and service. The program decides who qualifies and what it covers.
Questions families ask about IDD programs
Who is the program for?
Adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Eligibility for specific services depends on the person’s needs, location and program.
What happens during the day?
The day can include skill-building, activities, community outings and personal support, planned around the participant and the services available at that location.
Is transportation available?
At some locations and through some programs. A coordinator will confirm what applies where you live.
Can we visit before deciding?
Yes. A visit is a good way to see the space, meet the people and ask questions.
Come see a day for yourself.
Tell us what matters to the person you are helping. We will answer your questions and help arrange a visit at a Freedom program location that serves your area.
Cared for. Cared about.