Begin with the life the person wants.
Ohio Shared Living is a support model that may be part of some people’s planning conversations. It should never be reduced to a housing shortcut. A serious conversation begins with the person’s preferences, relationships, privacy, routines, goals, and right to have a real voice in decisions about where and how they live.
Questions to explore with the support team
- What does the person want from home life and community participation?
- What support needs should be understood before considering any option?
- How will privacy, choice, communication, and personal routines be protected?
- What roles do the person, family, guardian, service coordinator, and provider each have?
- What program rules, authorization, and provider requirements apply?
Take time to understand fit
A support arrangement should be considered carefully, with the person’s goals at the center. It is appropriate to ask detailed questions, request clear explanations, and use official Ohio DODD or county-board resources to understand current requirements.
A&A’s role
A&A can discuss its current waiver-support services and whether an initial conversation is appropriate. The agency cannot determine program eligibility or make decisions that belong to the person, their authorized representative, or the applicable public program.
Need to talk through your situation?
A&A can discuss the type of support you are exploring and explain the next practical question. Please do not send private health information through the public website form.