Harry Meyering Center

Consumer Residential Services (CRS): the CRS program provides services to three or four individuals with developmental and other disabilities who share a home, often owned by Harry Meyering Center. The individuals are involved with the cooking, cleaning and maintenance of their home. A vehicle for each home allows them to be active with shopping, community events, church and other activities they may choose. Living with two or three housemates is an opportunity to learn teamwork skills and enjoy longterm friendships. General health is monitored by staff who also provide the support needed for medical, dental and psychiatric appointments.

Semi-Independent living services and in home services (SILS, SLS In-home): the SILS portion of this program serves people with disabilities living in the community who need less than 24 hour support. According to their preference, they live alone, with a housemate or with a spouse. Ongoing support, teaching and advocacy enable each individual to maintain their independence as well as enjoy the success and challenges of life in the community. SILS in-home service provides similar service to people with disabilities who live at home with their families.

Intermediate Care Facility (ICF): since 1974, the ICF program has offered people the opportunity to share an apartment and enjoy the privacy of their private bedroom. Teaching focuses on increasing and maintaining independent living skills. The ICF provides medical and behavioral support that addresses the physical, social and psychological needs of each person served. Recreational resources reflect individuality through creative opportunities with the home and throughout the community. The ICF offers the opportunity to lead an active life after retirement and, for many, also offers the nursing support to remain with Harry Meyering Center till the end of life.

Support Plan: optional services provided through the Client Directed Community Services Program (CSP). A participant may elect to use a Support Planner to assist with the development and implementation of the person-centered CSP. The cost of the Support Planner is included in the participant's budget. Support Planners are certified by the Minnesota Department of Human Services.

Representative Payee: While most people receive their Social Security and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) payments directly, some need assistance in managing their benefits. Payments to these individuals are paid through a representative payee who receives the check on behalf of the beneficiary and provides for their personal needs. Social Security's Representative Payment Program provides benefit payment management for beneficiaries who are incapable of managing their Social Security or Supplemental Security Income payments. Harry Meyering Center (HMC) is enrolled as a Representative Payee. When friends or family members are not available to act as a representative payee on behalf of an individual, HMC may be appointed to manage the payments on behalf of beneficiaries.