Community Companion Home
Ability Beyond is proud to launch our Community Companion Home Model offering people the opportunity to live as part of a welcoming family in the community. We are seeking host families in Connecticut who are willing to offer a safe, nurturing home to a person placed in their care. The CCH model is a voluntary and inclusive alternative to traditional group homes, presenting a new addition to our continuum of residential services at Ability Beyond.
Providing a safe, supportive home for a person with a developmental and/or intellectual disability is a profound commitment—one that involves time, resources, and most importantly, heart!
For community members looking to open their homes and hearts, this model embraces all types of households—single adults, couples, single parent or two parent families, and empty nesters—and offers a matching process and ongoing support to ensure successful placements.
Offer Hope with the Certainty of Home
Shared living offers stability and inclusion, while host families can positively impact lives with support from Ability Beyond. We match individuals and families based on preferences and needs, then create a tailored support plan.
Benefits of Being a Community Companion
- Offer Daily Living Support to Someone in Need
- Develop Life-Long Relationships
- Monthly Stipend (tax-free)
- Room & Board Fees Direct To You
- Receive Ongoing Training and Education
Requirements for Becoming a Community Companion
- Series of Background Checks & Clearances for Anyone 18+ Living in Home
- Home Study & Interview to Assess Suitability and Best Match
- Initial and Ongoing Training
- Participate in the Individual’s Interdisciplinary Care Team by attending meetings, sharing observations, and collaborating on care plans
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Is the program only available in Connecticut?
Yes, the CCH Model is a program of the Connecticut Department of Developmental Services.
Why Choose ability beyond
At Ability Beyond, our priority is providing lasting stability, comfort, and success in every Community Companion Home. The CCH model is a proven approach to delivering residential services to people with disabilities under DDS, emphasizing each person’s strengths, preferences, and goals to ensure a thoughtful match with their Community Companion Home provider. With our dedicated, highly trained staff and a thoughtful matching process, Ability Beyond creates successful CCH placements that encourage independence, inclusion, and a genuine sense of home.
