Independent Living

Independent Living

14411 Vanowen St.
Van Nuys, CA 91405
(818) 374-5383

Jeffery, a 45 year old man suffering from schizophrenia, was referred to the Independent Living program by his Day Treatment/Rehabilitation team. ?He wishes to live independently and had been participating in Day Rehabilitation to improve his life skills.

Shortly thereafter, Jeffery moved into the Center’s Satellite Housing, a semi-independent living program, where he participated in independent skills training, community meetings, activities and social events with other residents. After six months, he had saved money and could cook, shop, budget and clean for himself.

With the assistance of his counselors, Jeffrey then applied for a Section 8 certificate and was accepted. He moved into his own apartment in the community where he resides today. He continues to receive intensive case management services through the Independent Living program and is an active member of the Center’s Clubhouse.

Who Seeks Help in the Independent Living Program?

Adult clients, ages 18 and older, who suffer from severe and persistent mental illness are accepted into the program. Here they learn the skills necessary to live productively and independently in the community.

What Services Are Provided By the Independent Living Program?

Intensive case management, individual and group mental health counseling, psychiatric counseling, medication prescription and monitoring and crisis intervention services, as needed.

Clients may live in the Center’s Satellite Housing, a semi-independent living program, while developing and enhancing independent living skills. The length of stay is based on individual client needs.

Staff also works closely with clients to maintain a stable, satisfying and productive lifestyle after their move into designated permanent housing.

How the Independent Living Program Can Help

While living in Satellite Housing, clients work with staff to learn independent living skills such as cooking, cleaning, budgeting, grocery shopping, accessing transportation and utilizing other community resources. They also learn to build social supports and may receive assistance in obtaining educational opportunities, vocational rehabilitation and assistance with future housing.

Fees

Client fees are based on ability to pay. Medi-Cal, Medicare, and private insurance payments are accepted.

Funding

Funds are provided in whole or in part by the County of Los Angeles through the Department of Mental Health