Intandem strives to provide a home-like environment for over 300 individuals with developmental and behavioral disabilities, while promoting growth and independence in daily living skills and social interaction. An emphasis is placed on choice and integration into the community, consistent with individual abilities and interests.
Supervised Individual Residential Alternatives (IRAs)
Supervised Individual Residential Alternatives (IRAs) are designed to provide 24-hour staff supervision in a safe and supportive environment. Through person-centered planning, we tailor services to meet the individual needs of each resident, ensuring that they receive the protective oversight necessary for their well-being, while encouraging the pursuit of their personal goals and maximizing their quality of life. Our focus is on promoting growth, independence, and social interaction, while helping them thrive within their home and in the wider community.
- 24-Hour Supervision: Staff are available at all times to offer guidance, support, and ensure the safety of residents while promoting greater independence.
- Person-Centered Planning: Each individual’s care plan is created based on their unique preferences, goals, and abilities, ensuring that services are both relevant and effective in enhancing their well-being.
- Service Planning: We develop tailored service plans that support each person’s specific needs and aspirations, ensuring they have the tools and opportunities to grow.
- On-Site Nursing Support: Our trained nursing staff are available to manage health needs, provide medical support, and ensure residents receive appropriate care.
- Social Skills Coaching: We offer training to help individuals improve their social interactions, build meaningful relationships, and become more integrated into the community.
- Independent Living Skills Teaching: Support is provided to help residents develop essential daily living skills such as cooking, cleaning, personal hygiene, and budgeting to enhance their autonomy.
- Anger Management Guidance: We help individuals learn strategies to manage emotions effectively, fostering healthier relationships and improving emotional well-being.
- Health Services Instruction: Education on healthy living, self-care, and managing health conditions is provided to empower individuals to make informed decisions about their well-being.
- Advocacy: We advocate for the needs and rights of residents, ensuring they have access to the resources, services, and opportunities they require to live fulfilling lives.
Supportive Apartment Program
- Target Population: Individuals who can live independently but may require limited support.
- Living Arrangements: Primarily single-occupancy apartments, with a few available for married couples.
- Location: The apartments are located in Cattaraugus County providing a peaceful and secure environment.
- Support: Participants have access to 24-hour phone support from staff members, ensuring assistance is available when needed.
- Well-Maintained Facilities: Apartments are designed to offer a safe, comfortable, and well-maintained living space.
Adult Community Residences
Intandem’s Adult Community Residences are operated in Cattaraugus County for individuals with dual diagnoses, specifically those who have a primary diagnosis of mental illness and a secondary diagnosis of a developmental disorder that are licensed by the New York State Office of Mental Health. The mission of these residences is to provide a safe, supportive environment that empowers individuals to live their lives to the fullest, while receiving the necessary care and supervision to manage both their mental health and developmental challenges.
- Target Population: Adult residents who have both a mental health diagnosis and a developmental disorder.
- Residences: Two supportive homes in Cattaraugus County, designed to meet the specific needs of individuals with dual diagnoses.
- Staffing: Trained, compassionate staff are on-site 24 hours a day, ensuring support and supervision tailored to each individual’s needs.
- Personalized Support: Each resident receives care and assistance based on their individual needs, promoting personal growth and stability.
- Progressive Supervision: The program allows residents to advance through levels of supervision, enabling them to gain more independence over time.
- Community Integration: The goal is for residents to live as independently as possible, with opportunities to engage and participate in the broader community.
Family Care Program
- Safe and Structured Environment: Family care providers offer a safe and consistent environment where individuals can work toward their personal goals while receiving the support they need.
- Community Integration: Being a member of the community is essential for social and emotional well-being. We emphasize that community integration starts at home through the love and support of family members.
- Love and Support of a Family: The program’s foundation is rooted in the idea of providing individuals with the emotional and practical support of a family environment, helping them feel valued and connected.