Adult Residential Services
Specialized Residential Services Population (SRSP)
The SRSP is a long-term (up to 6 months) residential program for adults with serious mental illness and or adults with serious mental illness who may also have co-occurring alcohol and other drug problems, Services of the program may provide an individual an alternative to admission into the Hawaii State Hospital or a community setting for those recently discharged from the Hawaii State Hospital. The residential program offers individualized services tailored to each resident’s needs with respect and support for the individual’s choice. The individual’s participation in treatment planning helps achieve the goal of increased independent functioning in community living and work settings. The SRSP is staffed by a registered nurse and mental health workers. Clinical supervision is provided by a licensed Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP), Nursing Director, and Medical Director. The program supports up to eight male and/or female adults and is located on Oahu. Referrals to the SRSP are received from various mental health agencies and hospitals in the community through case managers and social workers. The SRSP continuum of care includes the following components: observation, monitoring, and treatment twenty- four (24) hours a day, seven (7) days a week. Individual and group programming and activities are provided to facilitate recovery and assist the consumer to live successfully in the community, maintain an abstinent lifestyle, regain employment, develop and maintain social relationships, or independently participate in social, interpersonal, community, and peer support activities to increase community stability.
Therapeutic Living Program (TLP)
The TLP is a long-term (up to 6 months) residential program for adults with severe and persistent mental illness, who do not need the care of a specialized treatment facility. The primary goal of the program is to assist consumers in meeting their basic needs until they can transition into a more independent living option of their choice. Support is flexible, focused, and based on recovery. Services include but are not limited to, assessments; development and implementation of individualized services plans; coordination and linkage to activities in the community including clubhouses, psychosocial rehabilitation programs, and vocational rehabilitation. Consumers are encouraged to participate in social and recreational activities. Additional services may include restorative therapy, recreational therapy, assistance with activities of daily living, individual and group skill building, and other activities which support healthy living. The TLP is staffed by a registered nurse and mental health technician. Clinical supervision is provided by a licensed Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP), Nursing Director, and Medical Director. The program supports up to eight male and/or female adults and is located on Oahu. Referrals to the TLP are received from various mental health agencies and hospitals in the community through case managers and social workers.
Community Integration Services (CIS)
Community Integration Services provides housing supports to help reduce homelessness and increase housing stability. CIS is a Medicaid reimbursable service available to quest integration members who are eligible and experiencing homelessness or at risk of becoming homeless. Services include pre and post tenancy supports intended to help consumers attain and maintain safe affordable housing. CIS does not cover most housing expenses. CIS assists consumers in becoming fully integrated members of the community as well as achieving improved health outcomes and life satisfaction.
24-Hour Group Home
The 24-Hour Group Home provides services to individuals with severe and persistent mental illness. The primary goal of the housing program is to facilitate consumers’ transition throughout the residential continuum to a more permanent and independent living option of their choice. Support is flexible, focused, and based on recovery. Services include but are not limited to: housing assessments; development and implementation of master treatment/services plans; and coordination and linkage to activities in the community including clubhouses, psychosocial rehabilitation programs, and vocational opportunities. Consumers are encouraged to participate in social and recreational activities. The 24-hour group home is staffed by a mental health technician twenty-four hours a day. Quarterly clinical supervision is provided by a licensed Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP), Nursing Director, and Medical Director. The program supports up to eight male and/or female adults and is located on the island of Oahu. Referrals to the 24-hour group home are received from various mental health agencies and hospitals in the community through case managers and social workers.
8-16 Group Home
The 8-16 Group Home provides services to individuals with severe and persistent mental illness. The primary goal of the services is to help the consumer master the necessary skills for independent living in the community. This housing service is designed to be individualized and is the least restrictive of the residential services. Activities include teaching, assisting, and supporting the consumer in the development and performance of daily, social, and interpersonal skills. Consumers are strongly encouraged to seek vocational training and continued adult college education. The staff works collaboratively with the consumer and designated case managers to facilitate the transition to independent living. The 8-16 Group home is staffed by a mental health technician for one eight-hour shift per day. Clinical supervision is provided by a licensed Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP), Nursing Director, and Medical Director. Referrals to the 8-16 Group home are received from various mental health agencies and hospitals in the community through case managers and social workers. The program supports up to eight male and/or female adults and is located on Oahu and the Island of Hawaii (Kona).
Personal Habilitation Services (PAB I, II & III) CLSI (Community Learning Service)
These services are to assist participants to meet health & safety needs, utilize community resources, and develop natural supports. Training is driven by goals related to increasing the participant’s capacity and independence to reside and/or participate in their home and community, and/or toward economic self-sufficiency.
CARE Hawaii, Inc. provides a wide array of statewide services for both youth and adult persons with developmental disabilities. Participants who meet the Department of Health- Developmental Disabilities Division eligibility criteria have access to training and consultation for individuals, Personal Assistance/Personal Habilitation Services (PAB I, II, III), Dietary Planning, Crisis Mobile Outreach, and 24 Hour Crisis Hotline, Emergency Shelter / Emergency Respite Services. These services are individualized to meet the needs of those with challenging behaviors. Services are available to those who meet the DD Medicaid Waiver Criteria through the Waiver Program. However, if an individual does not qualify for Medicaid Waiver, they can still receive the same services through Crisis Network Services Program. In accordance with CARE Hawaii’s philosophy of empowerment, the primary goal of these services is to support program participants to attain their highest possible level of self-determination.