Program areas at United Cerebral Palsy Seguin of Greater Chicago
Community integrated living arrangement (cila):community integrated living arrangements are small community-based homes where participants live and socialize as others in the community do. Home arrangements vary based on the level of support needed by the participants, and include the shift-staff model; the shared living or live-in manager model; and the intermittent model with drop-in staff assistance.
Developmental/life skills training:developmental/life skills training addresses the physical and mental health, self-esteem, social activity, and vocational needs of adults with developmental disabilities of all ages. Ucp Seguin offers these essential services in several locations across the Greater Chicago area. Our staff provides participants with a full range of beneficial activities to aid in their employability and personal growth, including exercise therapy; music, art, and movement therapy; horticultural therapy; daily living skills enhancement; safety skills training; life experience classes; and assistance with self-advocacy.
Children's foster care program:children's foster care program provides nurturing support to children and adolescents from birth through 21 years of age. The program includes specialized care for children with behavior or medical challenges, as well as traditional foster care and aftercare services. This program focuses on permanent placement in a stable adoptive or family home after foster care services end.
Respite services:respite services offer weekend stays for individuals in a family-style home, or one-on-one supports to develop life skills for persons with disabilities who still reside with their families
Infinitec:infinitec advances independence and promotes inclusive opportunities for children and adults with disabilities through assistive technology, information and training and access to specialists. In addition to face to face training and student evaluations, infinitec provides a website with 700 presentations available 24/7 to staff and families. Infinitec serves 1,091 school districts and 53 social service agencies.
Community employment alternatives program:community employment alternatives program places and supports adults with developmental disabilities in community jobs throughout the Greater Chicago area. Seguin enterprises provides employment and training opportunities for people with disabilities through two core social enterprises: the Seguin auto center and Seguin garden and gifts.
Ramp up:ramp up makes homes accessible for persons with disabilities, providing wheelchair ramps, lifts, and other interior and exterior accessibility renovations.
Seniorcares programseniorcares program serves persons serves seniors with intellectual/developmental disabilities who also face the challenges of aging and dementia. We have created a unique model of care that allows individuals with disabilities to age in place in a loving, tranquil, and supportive environment.
Home-based support services:home-based support services is designed to help individuals with developmental disabilities and their families to secure services of their choosing. Your program - your way.