Shared Living
DAIL Housing Safety Inspection Forms
Apartment or Other Alternative Living Arrangement in a Shared Living Providers Home (Fillable Form) - This form is to be used for any situation that is not considered ‘standard’ in a Shared Living Providers home. (Example: Apartment, or apartment-like situation in the home or in a building near the home.) This information will help ensure the living situation meets the federal requirements for shared living, and will enable DAIL to assist agencies and the housing contractor with
DAIL Housing Safety and Accessibility Process
A housing safety inspection is conducted for shared living homes funded by the Department of Disabilities, Aging and Independent Living (DAIL). DAIL provides oversight of this inspection process. The purpose of the inspections is to ensure the general health and safety of individuals receiving 24-hour residential supports and that the homes are in compliance with safety and accessibility standards.
Becoming a Direct Support Worker
Many direct support workers work with people with developmental disabilities in the community, helping them to socialize and make friends, participate in volunteer opportunities, enjoy recreation, go to college, and learn new skills. These are community support specialists.
Employment specialists are direct support workers that support people when they are working.