Residential Program
The Centers owns and operates nineteen houses for people with a wide range of abilities and needs. The goal of Residential Services is to provide people with developmental disabilities a place to call home where they can thrive. Residential Services also makes being a good neighbor a priority. Residences in Tompkins, Cortland and Tioga Counties provide care and support in a homelike setting with direct-care staff on premises to assist residents 24 hours a day.
Participants in Residential Services receive nursing and psychological services as needed as well as services that help them identify and achieve their goals that reflect their dreams, wishes, and desires.The concept of person-centered planning guides the Residential Program of Franziska Racker Centers. Our well-maintained residences enhance the lives of participants by affording opportunities for lifelong community involvement in a nurturing environment.
People in the residential program have a wide range of abilities and needs. Residential opportunities are determined by assessing each individual's needs, interests and strengths. Individuals in the program go to school, work in the community, are volunteers, members of faith fellowships and participate in community activities. They celebrate accomplishments, and enjoy the love of their friends and families. They have many gifts to share. (See our homes)
Racker Centers is working towards certification of ICC 700 National Green BuildingStandard
for all residential homes and respite houses through the National Home Builders Association
Participants in the Residential Program must:
- have a diagnosis of a developmental disability prior to the age of 22
- be eligible for Medicaid
- be in need of supervision and support
Services we provide to residential participants:
- support and encouragement in learning daily living skills and assistance with personal care
- individualized planning to support and foster attaining goals and aspirations, both at home and in the community
- medical care, and administration of medication
- mental health care
- transportation
- meals and dietary support
- helping to build social capital and maintain relationships with family and friends
- support in attending community events
Respite House
Racker Center's first free-standing respite house is scheduled to open in the summer of 2011 in Cortland County. "Starry Night Respite," will provide services to those in Cortland and surrounding areas.
Senior Services
In addition to the services that we provide to the entire Residential Program community, we offer specialized programs to our senior citizens including:
- housing for individuals who are medically frail
- in-house day and retirement programs for individuals
For more information on our Residential Programs contact Patricia Montanez, Director of Residential Services at PatM@rackercenters.org
