Nursing Home/Transitioning Services

Transitioning Services consist of an array of services which support Consumers' goals to transition from school, parents’ homes, institutions, and other protected environments to independent living in the community. Both Attendant Care and CSPPPD have a Transitioning Program, which cuts across all services provided by Liberty Resources and also involves the interaction with and cooperation of a broad range of providers to ensure a comprehensive approach and to avoid duplication of effort. Read more about alternatives to nursing home placement.

What is Successful Transition?

The move from a nursing home to a residence in the community is much more than a physical change. It includes an increasing sense of self-direction and decision-making on the part of the individual who is transitioning. It often means not only living where one chooses, but also becoming a full participant in community activities. Living in the community also means developing and using informal supports as well as the more formal supports and services. As a person who wants to transition, success is dependent on you and your willingness to take a proactive role in the process and commitment to change. Thanks to ILRU for their material. Read more transitioning success stories.

Specialized Services:

Specialized services are designed to assist nursing home residents with being as independent as possible while living in a nursing home. If you or someone you know is a nursing home resident who would like to receive specialized services, speak with the nursing home social worker.

Durable Medical Equipment (DME):

Gaining access to the appropriate assistive technology like wheelchairs is critical to people with disabilities. Here are some resources that will help:

Links:
http://drnpa.org/publications/assistive-technology
http://www.temple.edu/instituteondisabilities/programs/assistive/piat/