Last August, we moved Ben into an alternative family living (AFL) placement, about 90 minutes from our home in Charlotte. It was a three-bedroom house and Ben was given the largest bedroom with its own bathroom. A typical AFL in North Carolina operates like this: a person with disabilities, the client, moves in with another family, couple or an individual. The client lives in the family’s home and the family receives payment in return for housing, feeding and caring for the client. Ben’s AFL was unusual: A couple with extensive caregiving experience wanted to run a three-bed group home but needed to apply for the license through the state. They were willing to take Ben as the first resident in a house, separate from the one they lived in. The plan, according to the couple, was to get approval for the group home within a couple of months. We ordered Ben a double bed, headboard, 54-inch television, new sheets, towels and blankets. Friends helped us move him in....
I'm a first-time visitor -- and especially love Magic Marker Mondays! Oh, and Kingston the dog. Looks like he could have lots of slobber to swap, but he's definitely big enough for a good hug!
ReplyDeleteHi Cathy! Thanks for stopping by. It was great to see you and Bob.
ReplyDeleteI love this clown! Looks like a mixed media project, too. Building the color wheel in definitely adds a color focus.
ReplyDeleteSo creative! That has got to be the best clown ever, Logan! :) Your kiddos are so clever, Vanessa -- I always leave here with a smile.
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