Transitional Living in Washington is a program of support for individuals facing transition and adjustment to living in one of Washington’s independent living communities. In short, transitional living homes offer services that are focused on empowering residents to achieve stability and well-being. These services are offered by the full service Independent Living Schools in Washington. These schools are supported by the federal government through a wide variety of federal and state programs. Some of these programs include the Federal Family Services Administration, Social Service Administration, and the Statewide Independent Living Assistance Demonstration Program (IADAP).
The goal of Transition Living in Washington is to offer the individualized services necessary for safely transitioning to independent living from long-term residential services or long-time hospitalization. This program also aims to prevent relapses into the same situation and to assist families in the transition to their new living circumstances. This is done by offering personalized supports tailored to each individual based on their needs. This is part of the IADAP program, which stands for “Income Based Independent Living Grants”. There are several such grant programs spread across the states but Washington is probably the best known for its focus on IADAP.
Many times transitional housing can be found right next to a medical facility. Medical facilities have the advantage of being able to provide transition assistance and programs, while giving a level of care and support beyond what most individuals would normally receive living on their own. This is why it is important to gather as much information as possible before contacting the transition office at your local Washington hospital or long term care facility. Gathering information will not only give you a better idea of what services are offered, but also what services are available near you and your current level of care.
