Know Your Rights: Housing
All people, including those we support, have the same rights. Person Centered Services is dedicated to helping people exercise their rights and reach their potential.
People with intellectual and developmental disabilities, like all Americans, have a right to live in their own homes within communities. Children and youth belong with families. Adults should control where and with whom they live, including having opportunities to rent or buy their own homes, and must have the freedom to choose their daily routines and activities.
OPWDD Housing Options and Other Resources
The NYS Office for People with Developmental Disabilities (OPWDD) and provider agencies offer residential opportunities to people with developmental disabilities that help them live as independently as possible in the community.
Learn More About Family Care, Managing Housing Costs, and Residential Support Categories:
Money Follows the Person Program and Integrated Supportive Housing
Informational Letter: Privacy and Lockable Doors
Person Centered Services Resources:
Know Your Rights – Housing (Shareable Flyer)
Person Centered Services Webinar – Where Do I Want to Live?
Community Resource Tool – Search for Housing Navigation and Housing Subsidies