Frequently Asked Question
What are the requirements to participate in group home services?
Individual must be at least 18 years old, must have Indiana Medicaid, must have a primary diagnosis of an intellectual or developmental disability, and must be able to participate in active treatment.
How do I apply for group home services?
Call the Bureau of Disabilities Services office and complete an application for Supervised Group Living.
Contact the Residential Liaison or Residential Director of SGL at Blue River Services at (812) 738-4996 for further information. An interview and tour may be arranged to answer any questions.
Why should I consider placement in a Supervised Group Living home?
A group home offers 24-hour supervision by trained staff in a home atmosphere. Residents participate in individual and group activities both within the home and in the community. Activities may include personal and grocery shopping, banking, going to restaurants and movies, dances and picnics, church services, and maintaining contact with family members. Residents work on formal goals in areas such as socialization and leisure skills, money and medication, behavior management, health and hygiene, meal preparation and home maintenance, exercise and nutrition, and safety. Staff ensure residents receive all necessary medical care and provide transportation to all appointments and activities. Residents may participate in day programming to increase skills as well as community employment. Progress is monitored by professional staff as well as the Bureau of Disabilities Services.
How is the program funded?
Services are paid by the Individual's Medicaid as well as Social Security benefits.
My family member has been referred for group home placement with Blue River Services. What is the next step?
The Residential Liaison will arrange for an interview to ensure the referral is an appropriate candidate for the group home.
A tour of one or several homes will be arranged and a meet and greet as well as overnight visits will be completed. Following successful visits, the Bureau of Disabilities Services will be contacted and the individual will be accepted for placement. Paperwork and any medical appointments are completed and an admission date is scheduled.