Supported Living services are designed for people who want to live in a home that CLS manages but would need ongoing support to do so. The amount and type of support varies as people have different wants and needs.

Some people may need minimal (10) hours of support each week while others may need up to 30 hours. Supported Living program employees work with each person and their personal support network to learn about the things that matter to the person so that support can be tailored to meet their unique needs.

Support focuses on key areas such as:

  • Learning how to cook;
  • Learning how to grocery shop;
  • Learning how to maintain a clean home;
  • Making the home safe and planning for and practicing handling emergencies;
  • Assistance with budgeting;
  • Finding a volunteer position;
  • Attending medical appointments;
  • Finding resources for emotional support;
  • Making decisions;
  • Developing and maintaining friendships and

As the person lives in their own home, our focus is also on helping to establish good practices so that they are safe and healthy in their home and community when CLS employees and personal support network members are not present.

Service hours are typically scheduled during the day on weekdays. If needed, support can be provided on the weekend or in the evening. Hours are scheduled to match an individual’s needs and other activities.

For more information on these services, contact Anna Gao, Director of Programs

604.523.0303

agao@clsbc.ca