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Kendel St. John

Independent Living and Housing Considerations when Transition Planning

Presented By:
Kendel St. John, M.Ed., VCU Rehabilitation Research and Training Center
Date:
June 10, 2026
Time:
2:00pm - 2:45pm Eastern
 

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Discover practical housing and independent living options for youth with disabilities in Virginia, along with funding supports such as Medicaid waivers, Section 8, and State Rental Assistance Programs (SRAP). Kendall St. John from VCU’s Center on Transition Innovations explains the real options along the continuum, from independent living to group homes, and how to plan early with a case manager.

You’ll learn about:

  • Independent living, skill building, and paid supports
  • Sponsored Residential and Host Home programs
  • Living at home with outside supports and self-directed care
  • Small congregate and group home models
  • Funding paths: Medicaid waivers, Section 8/811 PRA, and State Rental Assistance Programs (SRAP)
  • How to get started with local and state resources