Community-based services are supports that help people with disabilities live, learn, and participate fully in their own communities — rather than in institutions or residential facilities. These services are designed to meet each person’s unique needs while keeping them close to family, friends, school, and everyday life.
They can include things like:
- Personal care or attendant services – help with daily activities such as dressing, bathing, or meals
- Therapies – speech, occupational, or physical therapy provided in home or community settings
- Respite care – short-term relief for family caregivers
- Supported employment or day programs – helping individuals gain skills, find jobs, or engage in meaningful activities
- Behavioral or nursing supports – medical and behavioral help tailored to the person’s needs
- Home modifications or adaptive equipment – making living spaces safe and accessible
The goal of community-based services is simple: to support independence, inclusion, and quality of life for individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities (IDD) and their families.
To explore more information, local contacts, and supports for individual with disabilities, visit sacrd.org/IDD. At SACRD, we’re here to help families connect with the right resources so every child can learn, grow, and thrive.
