Supported Living Arrangements (SLA)


There are many different programs offered through New Vista Community, and unfortunately many acronyms that go with them. Below I hope to explain different placement criteria so it is not so confusing. The placement is decided by need and level of skill the individual has.

In-Home is when the individual is still living at home with parents/guardian. This program provides pre-training for individuals to see if they would be capable of leaving home and living in one of the placements mentioned below. Typically the training period does not exceed three (3) months.

SLA (Supported Living Arrangement) is the least restrictive and offers more independence for individuals. The person has already demonstrated good basic life skills (cooking, cleaning, budget, safety) and is ready to meet new challenges as they work, live, play, and grow in the community. Some supports offered are self-defense, safety skills, bus training, banking, medication administration.

TSLA (Transitional Supported Living Arrangement) target individuals that want to be more independent and are coming from home or a more restricted placement. These individuals have shown a willingness to learn more skills and do not need 24 hour awake supervision. This is usually for those going out on their own for the first time. Typically staff is there after they get off from work until bedtime where staff sleeps. Cooking, recreation, banking, are some of the skills being taught.

ISLA (Intensive Supported Living Arrangement) this placement is for individuals that need 24 hour awake supervision due to medical frailty or significant training needs. This is the most intense placement and covers many areas of training.