Our Services

Two programs designed for every stage of independence

ILS builds the skills. SLS provides the support. Both are delivered under the Lanterman Act with full Title 17 compliance and a person-centered approach.

ILS · Teaching Skills

Independent Living Services

ILS is a training-based program. Our instructors meet individuals where they are and teach the concrete skills needed to manage adult life — building real, measurable independence one goal at a time.

An ILS instructor teaching meal preparation skills in a home kitchen

Best for

Adults who live with family, in a shared home, or independently — and want to learn or strengthen specific life skills.

Money Management

Budgeting, paying bills, banking, and protecting against financial exploitation.

Meal Planning & Cooking

Grocery shopping, nutrition basics, safe cooking, and kitchen hygiene.

Public Transit & Mobility

Trip planning, fare cards, route navigation, and community travel safety.

Household Management

Cleaning, laundry, organization, and home safety routines.

Daily Routines

Scheduling, time management, calendar use, and follow-through.

Self-Advocacy & Health

Communicating needs, attending appointments, and managing personal health.

Customized Staffing

From a few hours per week to 24/7 awake support — staffed to the individual's needs.

Personal Care

Discreet, respectful assistance with daily living and personal hygiene.

Safety & Supervision

Continuous safety planning, emergency response, and risk mitigation.

Tenancy Support

Lease support, landlord communication, and household maintenance.

Medication Support

Reminders, organization, and coordination with healthcare providers.

Community Inclusion

Friendships, hobbies, employment connections, and meaningful routines.

SLS · Continuous Support

Supported Living Services

SLS provides the ongoing in-home support that makes independent living possible. Our Direct Support Professionals work in the individual's own home — providing the level of staffing and care needed to live safely day after day.

A direct support professional assisting an adult at home

Best for

Adults who live in (or are moving into) their own home or apartment and need ongoing support to live there safely and successfully.

ILS vs SLS at a glance

A quick side-by-side to clarify which service fits best.

DimensionILS — Independent LivingSLS — Supported Living
Primary focusTeaching life skillsProviding ongoing support
ModelInstruction-based, time-limited goalsStaffing-based, ongoing
Typical hoursA few hours per weekSeveral hours to 24/7
Where it happensHome, community, & training settingsThe individual's own home
Who lives thereFamily home or shared housingPerson leases/owns their home
Outcome measureSkill acquisition & independenceSafe, stable independent living