900 Court Street

Martinez, CA 94553

Phone Number

(925) 682-2273

Independent Living

Our ILS Program

Independent Living Services

Supporting our clients to live the lives they dream of,
through care, instruction and advocacy.

Independent Living Services (ILS) is a program designed to provide instruction and advocacy for each client to become as independent as possible. A client receiving Independent Living Services will have fewer hours of service than persons receiving Supported Living with an ILS Instructor typically coming to visit a few hours each week, for a maximum of 40 hours per month. As time goes by, these sessions will may reduce as the client’s skill level gets stronger.

As a member of Thrive’s Independent Living Services, each of our clients receive the following:
Assessment

The assessment period for Independent Living Services is much shorter than that for Supported Living Services. The client will work with Thrive staff to develop the plan for the skills they need to live a productive life in their home and community. Our ILS instructors will reassess periodically to adjust benchmarks of progress, individual needs and goal setting.

Skills Taught 
  • Cooking, including menu planning, grocery shopping and meal preparation
  • Household maintenance and cleaning
  • Money management, including banking and shopping in natural environments
  • Use of public transportation in natural environments
  • Personal health and hygiene Self-advocacy training
  • Independent recreation and participation in natural environments
  • Use of medical and dental services, as well as other community resources
  • Community resource awareness such as police, fire, or emergency help
  • Home and community safety
Individualized Service Plan (ISP)

Each client will have an ISP prepared to direct the client and their ILS Instructor so that each session will be the most productive. Thrive’s ILS instructors track progress and record any observed barriers to meeting ISP goals. The ISP guides the process for the year and keeping the client, Regional Center Case Management and the ILS Instructor on target. 

Advocacy

At Thrive Support Services, we believe in empowering individuals with disabilities to live their fullest lives. Our commitment to advocacy goes beyond providing exceptional care and support; we strive to be champions for our clients’ rights, opportunities, and voices. We work tirelessly to break down barriers, promote inclusivity, and ensure that our clients have access to the resources and services they need to thrive. By collaborating with families, communities, and policymakers, we advocate for a world where every individual with a disability is valued, respected, and afforded equal opportunities to succeed.

Housing Assistance

Thrive will assist each client with establishing housing of their choosing and will assist them will establishing a positive relationship with their individual property manager. In addition, we take an active role in promoting productive roommate relationships.

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"I really like my Thrive staff because they’re always so supportive of me. They also take me to the food bank to get food and show me how to eat healthier."

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“Thrive has been a great service to work with. I appreciate the challenge, especially with learning to cook. Overall, it’s a great service.”

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Phone Number

(925) 682-2273

Business Hours

8:30AM - 4:30PM

Office Location

Martinez, CA