Transforming   LIVES

Since 1987, Whole Life has been partnering with people who have intellectual or developmental disabilities to build supports based on their own personal choices, needs, goals and dreams.

PARTNERSHIPS

We build strong partnerships with people and their families based on mutual respect and a motivation to provide creative, quality supports driven by personal choice.

SUPPORT

Our services are personalized by your needs and goals; as you grow and your needs change, our supports change with you.

COMPASSIONATE

Whole Life employees are compassionate and caring individuals who want to make a difference in the lives of people with developmental disabilities. They are very experienced, highly skilled and participate in regular and ongoing training for continuous professional development.

Transforming Lives

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We're proud of the community we've built here. Our name says it all — we go above and beyond to give people a fulfilling life and experience all of the opportunities life has to offer. 
"
Carmen, Area Manager

Services

Community Living


Community living opportunities offer person-centered residential supports in small group homes for six or fewer people in typical neighborhoods.

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In-Home Support


Individualized support and care, in your own home or your family home. 


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Day, Employment and Retirement


Day services are individually tailored to help people engage fully and meaningfully whether this is a job, work, leisure, community life or retirement.

 

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Success Story: 
Greenhouse Project

Whole Life's Tri County Greenhouse is overflowing with plants, shrubs and trees. We are known for our healthy and vigorous plants, warm and helpful staff and for our special orders. All of our plants are grown on site from seed or from plug and nurtured to maturity by our experienced and knowledgable staff. 
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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the age range of the people you serve?

    We support people throughout the lifespan. Some people we support are high school age and other people are in their nineties.

  • Do you accept people who have challenging behaviors or ASD?

    Many of the people we support have challenging behaviors. Our staff are trained specifically to support people who may have difficult behaviors and they work closely with agency behaviorists to develop and implement support plans based on individual needs. We have a full-time Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) to ensure successful behavioral outcomes.

  • What types of in-home services do you offer?

    In-home supports are based on your needs and choices. Some people want help managing a household, some people want support to develop skills and other people want help with personal care.

  • How do I get a group home placement?

    People who are referred for group home placement must be enrolled in the comprehensive waiver program through Connecticut’s Department of Developmental Services (DDS). You can contact us if you have any questions.

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Call Us For More Information - 860.886.6900