Community Habilitation

Community Habilitation Services
Community Habilitation is a flexible, person-centered support program designed to help individuals of all ages—enrolled in the Medicaid Waiver—build independence and lead fuller, more connected lives at home and in the community.

Whether someone lives with their family or on their own, Community Habilitation helps them gain essential life skills, increase community involvement, and pursue personal goals through one-on-one, scheduled support.

Personalized Support, Meaningful Outcomes

Each plan is customized to reflect the individual’s unique interests, strengths, and goals, developed in partnership with the person and their family. Our trained staff offer support in a variety of areas, such as:

• Daily living skills (e.g., cooking, cleaning, budgeting)

• Travel training (e.g., learning to navigate public transportation or reach local destinations)

• Community engagement (e.g., visiting the library, attending events)

• Academic and educational support (e.g., reading, writing, basic math)

• Exploring hobbies and interests (e.g., sports events, arts, shopping trips)

The overall goal of Community Habilitation is to help each person live as independently, productively, and joyfully as possible—while gaining the confidence and skills to thrive in their community.

To learn more or schedule a tour:
Contact:
Bonnie Goolcharan
Senior Director of Community Services
📞 (718) 447-5200 ext. 206
📧 b.goolcharan@cr-si.org

Michelle Ferraro
Admission and Entitlements Coordinator
📞 (718) 447-5200 ext. 232
📧 M.Ferraro@cr-si.org