Love, Belonging & Community: What Inclusion Really Means in IDD Services

Inclusion in IDD Services Starts With Belonging

February is often associated with love—but in the world of intellectual and developmental disability (IDD) services, love shows up in deeper, more lasting ways. It shows up as belonging, trust, and community.

At Caregiver, inclusion isn’t a buzzword or a campaign theme—it’s the foundation of how we support individuals through residential services across all our markets. Inclusion means creating environments where people feel safe, valued, and supported in everyday life.

What Inclusion Really Looks Like in IDD Services

True inclusion goes beyond access to services. It means being known, respected, and supported as a whole person—not just a diagnosis or care plan.

For individuals with IDD, inclusion often begins at home. A stable residential setting provides the consistency needed to build confidence, relationships, and independence.

In inclusive residential services, inclusion looks like:

• Living in a home with predictable, respectful routines
• Being supported by staff who understand the individual—not just their paperwork
• Participating in everyday moments, relationships, and community activities

These daily experiences create a sense of belonging that allows individuals to thrive.

Residential Services as a Foundation for Inclusion and Stability

When residential placement is the right fit, individuals experience more than housing—they experience stability. Stable residential services reduce crisis, strengthen independence, and open the door to deeper community connection.

Families and guardians gain peace of mind knowing their loved one is supported with dignity and consistency. DSPs and care teams are able to focus on growth and engagement, rather than constant transitions or emergency responses.

Across our markets, Caregiver’s residential services are designed to support:

• Long-term stability, not short-term solutions
• Person-centered routines that respect choice and independence
• Inclusion at home, in day programs, and throughout the community

🔗 Learn more about our approach to https://cg-idd.com/our-services/

Care Works Best When We Work Together

Inclusion doesn’t happen in isolation. It happens through partnership—between families, DSPs, referral partners, and community organizations working toward shared outcomes.

This February, we’re especially grateful for the collaboration that makes stable residential placements possible. From referral partners who trust us during transitions, to DSPs who show up every day with dedication and heart, inclusion is built through teamwork.

At Caregiver, we believe care works best when we work together—communicating early, planning intentionally, and focusing on long-term success.

Residential Availability Across Our Markets

Caregiver offers residential services across multiple markets, with availability that evolves as individuals transition into homes that best meet their needs.

Whether you’re:

• A family member or guardian
• A hospital, school, or behavioral health referral partner
• A case manager or service coordinator

We’re here to help explore options and guide the next step.

👉 Submit a referral request to learn more about current residential availability and begin the conversation: https://cg-idd.com/ (select your market and submit your form.)

Looking Ahead: Creating Homes Where People Belong

As we continue to highlight residential availability across our markets, our commitment remains the same: support dignity, celebrate inclusion, and create homes where people truly belong.

If you’re helping someone explore residential services—or navigating a transition—we’d love to partner with you.

🔗 Start here: https://cg-idd.com/ (select your market and submit your form.)
🔗 Explore our full range of supports: https://cg-idd.com/our-services/