Mountain Lake Services supports over 220 individuals in supervised residences throughout the county. Supervised residences provide 24-hour supervision. Supported residences in the form of single-person apartments are also offered to six (6) people with designated oversight and support provided, as needed.
Each person enrolled in residential habilitation services is provided with the support to pursue his/her individualized interests and desires, with an emphasis on personal choice. Daily living skills training is offered in such areas as cooking, shopping, money management, laundry care and personal hygiene to maximize a person’s abilities. Active participation in daily life, including the pursuit of community inclusion, recreational, spiritual and social interests, is also fostered.
A focus on helping people develop natural support and become involved in their community is an essential ingredient to enhancing each person’s quality of life.
Programs & Services
Service Eligibility
To receive services from Mountain Lake Services, one must be deemed eligible for services provided by OPWDD. This is determined by a regional eligibility committee.
To qualify for services, an individual must possess a diagnosis of a developmental disability as defined by OPWDD. The onset of the disability must occur prior to the age of 22.
Qualifying diagnoses are:
- Intellectual Disabilities
- Cerebral Palsy
- Epilepsy
- Neurological Impairment
- Learning Disability
- Autism
- Other Developmental Disabilities
Some individuals who do not meet the above listed diagnoses may still be eligible for Supported Employment services based on ACCES-VR eligibility.