Understanding Needed Housing and Support Options for Individuals with I/DD who have High Support Needs
About the Study
Based on past Colorado data and anecdotal evidence, there are gaps in provision of support services and residential options for adults with I/DD who have high support needs. Goals of this proposed study include:
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Re-imagine and create several concept plans for residential solutions for those with at least 24/7 support needs.
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Present concept plans to service providers and housing professionals for feedback on tools needed to meet demand.
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Provide policy recommendations to address barriers and disparities identified.
A full report will be published in Fall 2026.
Who Should Participate?​
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Self-advocates or their family members who require at least immediate access to 24/7 support daily to live outside the family home due to functional limitations to complete activities of daily living, specialized behavioral support needs, and/or medical complexity. In Colorado, this may be reflected as a SIS level 5 or higher.
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Service providers who currently serve this population or who would like to support those with high support needs but are unable to due to regulatory or funding constraints.​
Steps to Share Your Voice Today​​
​​Watch short presentation on innovative solutions from across the country.
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Fill Out This Survey:
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​​Share with a friend in Colorado via text or on social media who may wish to participate.
Register for Virtual Focus Groups
In order to collect more information in an open forum format, we will be hosting several virtual focus groups for direct feedback. To participate, please watch the presentation and fill out the survey PRIOR to attending.
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The study is led by Desiree Kameka Galloway of Neuro-Inclusive Housing Solutions with the help of the Inclusive Housing Coalition and the Autism Housing Network.
A big thank you to the Colorado Developmental Disabilities Council for funding this important study.
The Colorado Developmental Disabilities Council is supported by the Administration for Community Living (ACL), U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Grant No. 2401COSCDD totaling $1,178,610.00, 100% from federal funding. The contents are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily represent the official views of, nor an endorsement by, ACL/HHS, or the U.S. Government.