Changing People's Lives

01/07/2020

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Find your next great career opportunity at CPL / First Step

10/28/2019

WHAT IS SHARED LIVING?

Shared Living is a supported living arrangement (essentially adult foster care) for adults with intellectual and/or deveopmental disabilties. In Shared Living arrangements, individuals, couples, or families share their home and life experiences with our clients. As a Shared Living Provider, you’ll provide a safe and comfortable home environment and support the individual with tasks such as meal preparation, transportation to medical appointments and, most importantly, participation in the community. Your care will make a real difference in a person’s quality of life - helping individuals become more independent and connected with the community.

We are always looking for homes anywhere in the state of Maryland but right now, we are in need of homes specifically in the Western Maryland region.

11/27/2018

Today is and Center for Progressive Learning could use your help - our clients are frequently in need of dental work, wheelchair ramps and other assistive technology that is either not funded at all or funded poorly. Donations will help our clients live a better life and we ask you to open your hearts to them and donate today! THANKS

11/17/2018

Quick little video - more (and better) to come!

08/03/2018

NEXT STEPS:

Thanks for reaching out to us via Facebook – here is a little more information to get you started.

CPL has a need for host homes – all across the state but particularly in Howard and Anne Arundel counties but we will talk to anyone about our program.

A "host home" is a general term that encompasses individuals, couples and families who are willing to provide a safe, nurturing and loving environment to adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. You can make a real difference to an individual in need of this safe and loving home. Consider sharing your love and support by becoming a host home.

BECOMING A HOST HOME

If you are interested in becoming a host home, our outreach coordinator is eager to work with you. We provide training and ongoing support throughout the home study process and after an individual is placed into your home.

TO BECOME A HOST HOME - YOU MUST:

• Be age 21 or older.
• Be able to meet your family's financial obligations.
• Have a separate room available for the person you will care for.
• Complete a registration form and authorization form to undergo a background check.
• Obtain certifications in both CPR and First Aid.
• Complete the home study approval process.

YOU MAY NOT QUALIFY TO BE A HOST HOME IF:

• Anyone in your household has an indicated child protective service finding.
• Anyone in the household was arrested for a DUI or DWI within the last 2 years.
• Anyone in the household was convicted of a felony or drug related offense within the last 3 years.
• You live in a one-bedroom apartment or home.

If you are interested in obtaining more information about becoming a host home / care provider, please fill out the contact information on this page or call us at 410-581-7800 Mondays to Fridays from 8am to 4pm or email [email protected]

07/26/2018

WHAT IS SHARED LIVING?

Shared Living (formerly known as Individual Family Care) is a supported living arrangement and is essentially adult foster care for those with intellectual and/or deveopmental disabilties. In Shared Living arrangements, individuals, couples, or families share their home and life experiences with our clients. As a Shared Living Provider, you’ll provide a safe and comfortable home environment and support the individual with tasks such as meal preparation, transportation to medical appointments and, most importantly, participation in the community. Your care will make a real difference in a person’s quality of life - helping individuals become more independent and connected with the community.

07/25/2018

Looking for indivduals, couples or families to serve as host homes providing shared living for adults with intellectual/developmental disabilities. Currently looking for homes primarily in Anne Arundel and Howard County. Monthly stipend ranges from $1,500 to $3,000 (tax-free) depending on the needs of the individual you serve.

Call 410-581-7800 and ask for Davonda or Jim for more information or post here on Facebook!

Visit our website at www.cplcares.org

06/06/2018

04/08/2018

Just getting started here on Facebook - a lot more to come