Abilities Midwest
1218 State St, River Falls, WI 54022
Abilities Midwest is dedicated to providing a supportive and enriching environment for individuals with Prader Willi Syndrome (PWS). Established by Brandon and Katelyn Schmidt, the organization is driven by core values such as compassion, respect, and integrity. With two residences in River Falls, WI, and two in Watertown, WI, Abilities Midwest offers a least-restrictive environment that supports the complex needs of its residents. The community strives to create spaces where residents are recognized as individuals deserving care, consideration, and the opportunity to integrate with the community. Through dedicated services and programs, residents experience life-changing transformations that not only improve their physical health but also empower their social capabilities. Abilities Midwest operates in small-town communities, utilizing four homes located in quiet residential neighborhoods. These homes aim to offer a comfortable and inviting environment for their residents, encouraging community integration and person-centered support. The size and layout of the homes promote a homely atmosphere, ideal for fostering relationships among the residents and with the broader community. Residents are supported with tailored community activities designed to increase opportunities for independence.
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Food and Dining
The dietary program at Abilities Midwest is structured to provide healthy and nutritious meals that support the residents' well-being. Menus are rotated every two months and meals are prepared in secured kitchen areas. Residents are engaged in meal planning and dietary practices that align with their individual health goals. The controlled dietary environment ensures residents receive meals that cater to their specific health needs, while also promoting independence through involvement in meal-related activities.
Dining
- Rotating Menus
- Nutritious Meals
- Secured Kitchen Areas
- Meal Planning Involvement
Amenities
While specific amenities within the homes are not detailed, it is evident that the facilities are designed with the resident's comfort and well-being in mind. Homes feature locked kitchens to support dietary programs and have spaces dedicated to facilitating community integration and activities. Amenities are designed to support the program's focus on health and independence, providing spaces for tailored workouts and other related activities that contribute to the residents' overall quality of life.
Amenities
- Small-town Communities
- 4 Homes
- Quiet Residential Neighborhoods
- Community Integration
- Locked Kitchens
- Spaces for Tailored Workouts
- Community Integration Areas
Activities
Activities
Residents at Abilities Midwest enjoy a range of activities both within their homes and in the wider community. The programs include monthly activity calendars, developed with input from the residents, which provide daily opportunities for outings and community participation. Activities are not only varied but are specifically tailored to the interests and needs of the residents, ensuring that they have the opportunity to participate in meaningful and enriching activities that enhance their social life and personal development. The inclusion of emotional support animals also provides additional form of therapeutic engagement.
Amenities
- Monthly Activity Calendars
- Daily Outings
- Community Participation
- Emotional Support Animals
