Adult Residential Program

In the 1970's, the Adult Residential Program began in Smithsburg at the Kemp Horn Home which housed up to 30 individuals with developmental disabilities, and was one of the first of its kind in Washington County to provide supports to families of special needs children.

Capabilities

 Today, the Adult Residential Program has over 50 homes to meet the needs of those seeking community placement opportunities. The program offers living arrangements that are situated within town or within a more rural setting. Each home supports one to eight individuals. The focus is to provide all the necessary supports to meet each person's needs so that the persons served will lead successful and fulfilling lives in their local community. Supports offered in the program include a team of residential support staff, nurses, behavioral support, and specialized consultants such as speech, occupational, and physical therapists as well as nutritional consultation. Residential support staff members provide assistance in activities of daily living, recreation, socialization, transportation, health and safety, plus skills training. All plans of supports are developed under a team approach to assist and advocate on all levels of need. The Adult Residential Program is funded and licensed through the Developmental Disabilities Administration. Persons who wish to be considered for the Adult Residential Program are referred by DDA.
Respite care available on limited basis through Residential Services.

If you would like more information, please contact

        Brenda Sperow, Deputy Director
        301-733-3380, Ext. 238

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Last modified: 05/31/07