Family Guide

In-Home Supports vs. Community-Based Supports

Understand the difference between support provided at home and support provided during community activities, outings, and skill-building.

In-home supports usually focus on daily routines, household participation, communication, safety awareness, and other skills connected to life at home. Community-based supports focus on participation outside the home, such as appointments, outings, recreation, social engagement, and real-world skill-building.

Many individuals benefit from a thoughtful mix of both. The right approach depends on goals, comfort level, schedule, staffing availability, and the person’s support needs.

Questions to ask

Families should ask what goals matter most right now, what routines need support, which community settings are meaningful, and what schedule would be most realistic.


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