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RESIDENTIAL CHOICES FOR ADULTS IN PSYCHIATRIC REHABILITATION

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CHOICES

1570 Buffalo Avenue Niagara Falls, New York 14303

716-285-3425             FAX 716-285-5908

The CHOICES Community Residence and Housing Programs provide an enriching and supportive living environment for those who experience emotional/mental illness.

The overall goal of these programs is to assist individuals in restoring skills necessary for success and satisfaction in their permanent housing choice within an atmosphere of optimism and hope.

ADMISSIONS PROCESS

Referrals - call the Intake Dept. at 716.285.3425. Referrals can be initiated by self, family, treatment team, clergy, or any community agency.

Referrals can also be made through the Niagara County Department of Mental Health Single Point of Access at 716-439-7412

Applications - requires a physicians prescription for restorative services (psychiatric rehabilitation), SPMI diagnosis, a physical, social history, and financial information.

Tour and interview with Intake staff.

Application review by Intake Committee.

Enhanced SPOA Services.

ADMISSION CRITERIA

Functional Criteria

   at least 18 years of age

primary diagnosis of a Serious and Persistent Mental Illness (SPMI)

self preserving in a fire emergency

understanding and willingness to work with physicians and staff on a therapeutic medication regime

ambulatory (call for availability of one wheelchair bed), continent, provides adequate self care when stable

free of acute debilitating physical disorder

Program Criteria

applicant desires growth toward least supportive living environment

applicant agrees to follow residence guidelines and participate in the rehabilitation process

applicant desires maintenance of clean and sober

status and addresses relapse issues

Applicant agrees to pay a monthly fee based on entitlements and ability to pay

COMMUNITY RESIDENCES    APARTMENT PROGRAM    SUPPORTED HOUSING 

Application for admission into choices program (needs adobe acrobat reader)

The Admission process and criteria differ for Supported Housing. Please click on those links for additional information.