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Residents describe greater independence after moving into DDS‑supported apartments
Summary
Three participants who moved from congregate settings into supported apartments described increased autonomy, use of assistive technology and 24/7 remote supports; providers and DDS staff highlighted practical supports such as startup funding, rent wrap vouchers and check‑in protocols.
At an online forum hosted by the Connecticut Department of Developmental Services, people who moved from congregate settings into supported apartments described tangible changes in daily life: more privacy, new routines, pets and work or training opportunities supported by assistive technology and remote backup.
"I like it because I can relax and usually be independent," Ashley Lynn said after showing a brief camera tour of her apartment and describing that she now manages one medication on her own, is learning to balance money and recently passed a ServSafe certification for kitchen work.
Samantha (Sam) described stepping through internships: "We went through the laundry... now what's next for work? Dietary — January 2." She said physical strain…
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