Integrated Community Support Services

Overview

Integrated Community Supports (ICS) is a DHS service that offers supportive services to people of all ages who live in provider-controlled ICS settings, including adults over the age of 18. Community involvement, health safety and well-being, household management, and adaptable skills are all part of the ICS programs. The training and support provided by ICS services are tailored to the individual’s requirements and goals, and all tools and measurements are person-centred. We firmly believe that every person has the right to decide how they want to be served and cared for.

Planning & Strategies

Alchemy is dedicated to assisting persons with disabilities in locating and maintaining accommodation. More people can succeed with the proper support, delivered by a professional with expertise and experience in housing.

Community Participation

This group could include:

  • Public transit and pedestrian safety (e.g., safely getting in and around the community)
  • Use and accessibility of community resources
  • Public awareness and safety
  • Creation of an informal support system and networks
  • Abilities in interpersonal communication
  • Planning for amusement, socializing, and leisure
  • Creating skills for transportation demands.

Health, Safety and Wellness

This group could include:

  • Collaborating with the individual to schedule meetings, appointments, meaningful activities, and health care (e.g., physical, mental, and chemical).
  • Providing prompts, direction, supervision, instruction, or other help to carry out self-care activities (Note: Cannot duplicate use of eligible
  • Medical Assistance state plan home care services; see CBSM – Home care overview)
  • Support for health services as outlined in Stat. §245D.05
  • Assistance for the individual to develop and activate resilient factors (e.g., whole health action management)
  • Support for the individual to develop and adhere to customized plans to achieve their health, safety, and well-being objectives.

Household Management

This category may include:

  • Cueing, guidance, supervision, training or instructional support to complete routine household care and maintenance
  • Household safety knowledge and skills
  • Tenancy support and advocacy

Adaptive Skills

This category may include:

  • Crisis management skills
  • Application of constructive support techniques
  • Problem-solving
  • Developing the senses and muscles is necessary for learning practical skills.
  • Support methods for independence
  • Encouragement and instruction to boost positive conduct will lead to a decrease or eradication of problematic behaviour.