Youth Residential
Our Children’s Residential Program (CRP), approved by the New York State Education Department and licensed by the NYS Office for Persons with Developmental Disabilities (OPWDD), is for children who are no longer able to permanently live in their homes. Working in conjunction with the education staff and a child’s family, the residential staff at Tradewinds provide a nurturing and loving home-like environment for children, where they can grow and thrive. Residences are staffed by counselors, recreation specialists, nurses, and behavior specialists.
Children living in our residences enjoy leisure time activities typical of any other child. From bike riding to eating popcorn and playing video games, these children enjoy evenings in their homes that provide relaxation in a structured setting. Staff provide activities appropriate to individual skill levels, while meal times provide opportunities for sharing among their “family” members. Within this environment, children learn self-care, social, communication, and leisure skills.
For more information, please contact us at (315) 798-4006 ext. 2452
Adult Residential
At Upstate Caring Partners, we offer individuals several residential options in a caring and supportive environment. We have a number of living alternatives in both certified (Individualized Residential Alternatives-IRA and Intermediate Care Facilities-ICF) and non-certified settings (apartments and houses that are not regulated by the Office for People with Developmental Disabilities-OPWDD).
Residential options include:
- Certified IRAs and ICF’s located across Oneida, Madison, Herkimer, and Lewis Counties. These homes are certified by OPWDD and support between four to twelve people depending on the residence.
- Non-Certified Homes and apartments where people can live with friends or family members. The Upstate Caring Partners Self Direction team will work with individuals to explore housing options in a location they desire or to arrange support so they can continue to live in their own home with their family.
All residential options provide a caring atmosphere that celebrates each individual’s unique style and personality and supports them in obtaining life goals, hopes, and dreams. Residents have opportunities for social interaction with peers while being guided and mentored by direct support professionals. Assistance is given to help and support people to live as independently as possible and to enhance the skills necessary to perform daily activities. This includes personal care, grooming, household chores, cooking, communication skills, social skills, and involvement in the community. If a person has significant medical conditions or behavioral challenges, we have staff with specialized training who can support those needs.
We are committed to supporting people across their lifespan in the type of residential setting they choose. Our goal in providing residential options is to empower individuals of all abilities to reach their fullest potential.
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For more information on adult residential services, please contact us at (315) 724-6907 ext 2064
Housing Supports for Behavioral Health
Residential & Housing Supports at Upstate Caring Partners promote and encourage the dignity and worth of every individuals. We believe in recovery from mental illness and are dedicated to providing an environment which empowers each person to maximize individual potential
We have two goals: to assist with the improvement of a person’s functional living skills and to promote movement toward living independently in a less restrictive community setting. To meet these goals, we provide a full array of rehabilitative and supportive services. Individuals benefit from programs that provide the level of rehabilitative and supportive services they require.
The George F. Aney Community Residence located in Herkimer, NY, is also a living experience designed to teach the skills needed for transition into the community in a more independent type of setting.
The James H. Bucklin Community Residence located in Little Falls, NY, is also a living experience designed to teach the skills needed for transition into the community in a more independent type of setting.
Both programs are staffed 24 hours a day, providing around-the-clock support services. Residents have the option of engaging in activities such as work programs, scholastic studies, volunteer work, support groups, or supported or competitive employment. Residents establish their own goals for achievement, which support the movement to more independent living environments. Staff teach daily living skills, including cooking, cleaning, budgeting, personal care, medical care, and community living, working side by side with residents. Our goal is to involve residents as active members of the community to enhance the quality of their lives.
In addition, short-term respite living opportunities are available for those in need. This is a safe, supportive, home environment, supervised by professional staff for adults who are diagnosed with a mental illness and may benefit from a temporary stay in a group setting.
The Upstate Caring Partners’ supported apartment program is a residential alternative that provides you or your loved one a supportive and more independent living option. The program provides support to individuals in our apartments that are certified by the New York State Office of Mental Health (OMH). Staff provides 24-hour support and assistance by phone and on-site visits. The goal of the apartment program is to assist individuals in learning the skills necessary to one day live independent and successful lives.
Rental stipends and money for apartment set-up may be provided to individuals receiving mental health services in the community. Staff frequently visit to ensure there is stability and that people are utilizing community services to their fullest potential.
For more information on housing supports, please contact:
(315) 866-2863 ext. 103