Holy Redeemer-Dale Zipley Homes for Independent Adults

Program serves residents with intellectual disabilities and coexisting medical and mental health conditions. 6 total residents lived in both Homes. Besides all 6 having a diagnosis of intellectual disability many have multiple diagnoses including down syndrome, autism, diabetes, dementia, kidney disease, epilepsy and tracheostomy.hrdhzia in its partnership with Holy redeemer health system is uniquely capable of serving the complex needs of these individuals in their home environment. Residents are regularly supported in expressing their faith with frequent attendance at religious services as well as frequent interactions with the sisters of the redeemer at their province center and redeemer health's transformation center.in addition, in fy23, hrdhzia began providing community participation supports to these individuals. This is a service under the office of developmental programs that emphasizes the ability to support individuals with developmental disabilities in activities that promote community integration. 5 of the 6 individuals began volunteering as well as regularly participating in community-led activities at a local gym, art studio, and local museums. The number of hours of providing this service nearly doubled over the course of fy 23 to an average of 15 hours per week.