Suffridge Drive Group Home is a Medicaid Certified Intermediate Care Facility located in Bonita Springs, Florida, dedicated to serving individuals with intellectual disabilities and related conditions. With a capacity of six beds, this group home offers a supportive and structured environment tailored to the unique needs of each resident. The home's focus is on fostering autonomy, encouraging residents to take an active role in making choices about their daily lives and their participation in the community.
The care philosophy at Suffridge Drive Group Home centers on empowering individuals to live in homes integrated within the broader neighborhood, rather than in large institutional settings. This individualized approach is designed to help residents have as much control over their routines and personal development as possible. Staff members provide support with daily living activities, personal care, and skill-building, helping residents enhance their independence and quality of life while still offering specialized care and supervision as required.
Since its involvement with the Intermediate Care Facility program beginning in 1988, Suffridge Drive Group Home has emphasized community integration and involvement for its residents. Residents are encouraged and assisted to participate in activities, events, and programs within Bonita Springs and the surrounding areas. This active participation supports not only social development but also strengthens community bonds, lending a sense of belonging and accomplishment to the individuals who call Suffridge Drive Group Home their residence.
Attention to each person's needs is maintained through individualized programs that consider strengths, preferences, and aspirations. Staff are dedicated to working closely with residents to develop skills and interests, ensuring safety and comfort in a home-like setting. Through these comprehensive and compassionate services, Suffridge Drive Group Home offers a meaningful alternative to institutional care, promoting self-determination, dignity, and fulfillment for adults with intellectual disabilities.