ERI at Home

06/19/2026

The interRAI assessment is a comprehensive evaluation tool used in the DDS application process. It examines current functioning across multiple areas including daily activities, health status, cognitive abilities, social functioning, and environmental factors. This assessment helps determine appropriate service levels and identify specific support needs. Understanding what the assessment involves and how to prepare can reduce anxiety and ensure you present an accurate picture of your needs during this important step in the qualification process.

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Frequently Asked Questions by ERI At Home. In-home support expands the choices, opportunities and support available to individuals in disabilities.

06/17/2026

Mobility skills extend beyond just physical movement. For wheelchair users, this means navigating curb cuts, understanding ADA requirements, maintaining equipment, and advocating when accessibility is lacking. For those using walkers or canes, it involves building endurance, planning routes with rest points, and managing uneven terrain. We help individuals develop the practical skills and confidence needed to move through their communities safely and independently, regardless of how they navigate the world.

06/15/2026

Sensory regulation skills help individuals manage overwhelming environments. Understanding personal sensory triggers, recognizing early signs of sensory overload, knowing when to take breaks, and using calming strategies all prevent meltdowns and support successful community participation. Whether someone needs noise-canceling headphones at busy events, fidget tools during appointments, or designated quiet time after social activities, we help develop personalized strategies that allow individuals to participate in life without constant overwhelm.

06/12/2026

Successful community participation requires more than just physical access. It involves understanding social expectations in different settings, knowing how to ask for help when needed, recognizing when accommodations are necessary, and feeling confident advocating for inclusion. Whether someone uses a wheelchair, has sensory sensitivities, or processes information differently, they deserve to participate fully in community life. We teach the self-advocacy and social awareness skills that make genuine participation possible.

06/10/2026

Emergency preparedness takes on special importance for people with disabilities. Having backup power for medical equipment, maintaining medication supplies during evacuations, planning transportation when mobility is limited, and communicating specific needs to emergency responders all require advance planning. We help individuals create personalized emergency plans that account for their unique circumstances, ensuring they can stay safe during Oklahoma's severe weather season and other emergencies.

06/08/2026

Pain management skills help individuals with physical disabilities maintain their quality of life. Understanding medication schedules, recognizing when pain levels require medical attention, communicating effectively with healthcare providers about pain, and knowing when to rest versus push through discomfort are all important skills. We work with individuals to develop awareness of their bodies, track patterns, and advocate for appropriate pain management that allows them to participate in life as fully as possible.

06/03/2026

Adaptive equipment can transform independence for people with physical disabilities. Whether it's grab bars for bathroom safety, modified kitchen tools for meal preparation, wheelchair ramps for home access, or specialized switches for technology use, the right equipment removes barriers. We help individuals identify what adaptations would be most helpful, understand how to use them effectively, and advocate for the equipment they need. Sometimes a simple tool makes the difference between dependence and independence.

06/01/2026

Summer brings opportunities to practice independence in new ways. Longer daylight hours mean more time for community activities. Outdoor events provide natural social settings. Farmers markets and community festivals offer practice with decision-making, money handling, and navigation. Even managing summer heat - staying hydrated, dressing appropriately, recognizing when to seek shade - builds practical awareness. We help individuals take advantage of summer's expanded opportunities while developing skills that transfer to every season.

05/28/2026

Employment skills preparation begins long before someone applies for a job. Understanding work expectations, following schedules, completing tasks independently, accepting feedback, and working cooperatively with others are foundational employment skills. For individuals interested in working, we can help develop these pre-vocational skills within daily routines and community activities. While not everyone's independence goals include employment, those who are interested deserve support in building the skills that make employment sustainable and successful.

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ERI’s mission is to empower people to live better and more productive lives by providing community employment and residential support services.