Our Services
The agency will offer all 1915 (i) RISE services to better serve participants with SMI or co-occurring SMI and SUD and assist participants with SMI or co-occurring SMI and SUD with moving toward greater independence, community involvement, and self-sufficiency. The services offered are:
Case Management
A certified case manager coordinates services for the participant, ensures timely access to supports, monitors service effectiveness, and works with the participant to adjust services as needs evolve. The agency can provide case management services to the participant with SMI or co-occurring SMI and SUD who are not enrolled in other services through Empowerment Solutions, Inc.
Assistive Technology
Provides access to supportive devices or tools that promote independence and engagement in the community. Examples include medication dispensers, visual timers, phone-based reminders, and smart home tools.
More Services
Here are some additional services offered.
Housing and Tenancy Supports
Services help participants locate, secure, and maintain stable housing. Activities include housing search, landlord communication, lease agreement review, eviction prevention planning, and basic tenancy skills training.
In-Home Independent Living Supports
Hands-on assistance with daily tasks to support safe and stable independent living. Includes meal preparation, cleaning, home organization, budgeting, medication reminders, and personal care prompts.
Medication Management
Supports participants in understanding and managing their prescribed medications. Services include medication education, coordination with prescribers, reminders, and adherence coaching.
Planned Respite for Caregivers
Temporary relief for unpaid caregivers to prevent burnout and promote participant stability. Services are scheduled in advance and may occur in the home or another approved setting.
Supervised Residential Care
Provides a structured, staffed living environment for participants who require additional supervision and support as a transition from or alternative to institutional settings.
Planned Respite for Caregivers
Temporary relief for unpaid caregivers to prevent burnout and promote participant stability. Services are scheduled in advance and may occur in the home or another approved setting.
Supported Education
Helps participants enroll in and succeed at General Education Development (GED) programs, community college, certification courses, or vocational education. Services include enrollment assistance, advocacy, study skills training, and school system navigation.
Supported Employment
(Individual Placement and Support)
Transportation (Non-Medical)
One-on-one job development, placement, and retention services that help individuals with SMI enter or re-enter competitive, integrated employment. Support may continue on or off the job.
Covers transportation to behavioral health services, employment, education, and other community activities identified in the PCSP when no other transportation is available.