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Supported Independent Living

Residential Services

Residential Services is committed to excellence in service delivery to individuals with mental retardation. In partnership with the community, persons impacted by mental retardation are assisted with life enhancing opportunities and supports.

Residential Services widens the opportunities for individuals with mental retardation to decide where, with whom and how they lead their lives as citizens of Chesterfield County. Specializing in providing supports and resources to individuals and families, our team helps you and your family with the process of working towards your goals for the future.

Chesterfield County Community Services Board
P.O. Box 92
6801 Lucy Corr Boulevard
Chesterfield, Virginia  23832
E-Mail: Community Services
Phone: (804) 748-1227
TDD: (804) 768-7200
FAX: (804) 768-9283

For more information about Chesterfield Residential Services call (804) 768-7204

Eligibility: Individuals must be 18 years of age or older and have a primary diagnosis of mental retardation. Residents may also have other disabilities. Residents must desire to live in the residential setting they are applying for and be able to be safely supervised and supported by the staff to consumer ratio of the residential setting.

Intake: Referrals come through the Mental Retardation Case Management.

Fees: Residential services are covered by the Mental Retardation Medicaid Waiver (MR Waiver).

Community Options

The levels and intensity of residential support services available vary with the individual's changing needs. A wide array of supports are available; from 24 hours a day to independent living. These services are developed around each individual's expectations and needs in an effort to better fit their lifestyles.

Training and support options for success in the community

VDOE Training and Technical Assistance Center | Virginia Commonwealth University
Partnership for People with Disabilities | School of Education
Region 1: 10 E. Franklin St. - Suite 200, Richmond, VA 23219 (804) 828-6947
Region 8: Pickett Park, 440 QM Circle, Blackstone, VA 23824 (434) 292-3723
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