More Than Activities. Memories That Stay.
Support at home and in the community, building skills, relationships, and opportunities where life happens.
Community Services
Community Habilitation. Trained staff assist participants in their own environment to build communication, daily living, and social skills. Participants use community resources to increase independence. Outcomes are guided by each person’s service plan.
In-Home Respite. Provides families with relief from caregiving responsibilities. Trained workers are matched with families to offer supervised support in the comfort of home.
Day Habilitation Without Walls. A community-based program that will focus on skill-building, volunteer opportunities, and inclusion through real-world experiences.
Our Requirements for This Program
Who Is Eligible?
Children and adults who reside in Manhattan or the Bronx and have a diagnosis of a developmental disability.
Comprehensive Screening and Intake
Applicants must complete a comprehensive screening and intake process to explore whether services are a good match.
Documentation Required
A current psychological and psychosocial evaluation and other supporting documentation are required as part of the application process.
Moments That Stay With Us
FAQ About This Program
One-on-one support that helps participants build independence, communication, and social skills at home and in the community.
Respite provides short-term relief for caregivers while offering participants safe, supervised support in the comfort of their home.
A community-based program that will focus on skill-building, volunteer opportunities, and inclusion through real-world experiences.
Start by completing the enrollment form online or contacting our Community Services Director. Our team will guide you through each step.
For more information about Community Services:
Jenniffer Fernandez
Director of Community Services
📞 212-928-5810 x126
📧 jfernandez@esperanzacenter.com
