Housing and accompaniment services for people with intellectual disabilities
Housing and accompaniment services for people with intellectual disabilities
Fundació Esment
Individual housing and support for people with intellectual disabilities
The Esment Foundation promotes individual housing for people with intellectual disabilities, for which a common support program is established. This program is adapted to their needs, preferences, and life stage, while also being coordinated with the person’s personal network and various professional services. Each case is supervised by a designated technician.
Furthermore, to promote autonomy, support is provided to the individual in daily life activities such as personal hygiene, housing, nutrition, shopping, and financial management. The spaces are calm and pleasant, and the specialized team ensures the person’s well-being.
Characteristics of innovation
Location
Catalonia
Partners / Funders
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Genesis
The Esment Foundation was founded in 1962 and aims for people with intellectual disabilities and their families to enjoy their lives, advocating for the protection and rights of individuals, such as the right to a dignified image, employment, housing, among others.
Implementation level
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Banc d’innovacions
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