Bessent Road Group Home is a Medicaid certified Intermediate Care Facility located in Starke, Florida. With accommodations for up to six residents, this group home is dedicated to serving individuals with intellectual disabilities and related conditions. Designed to offer a supportive and structured environment, Bessent Road Group Home provides personalized care with the goal of fostering independence and helping residents become active members of their local community.
At the heart of Bessent Road Group Home is the commitment to empowering individuals to live as independently as possible. The care team emphasizes person-centered approaches, working closely with each resident to support daily living activities, skill development, and personal growth. Programming at the home is designed to encourage residents to make decisions about their lives, participate in household routines, and engage in meaningful interactions within the home and beyond.
Since becoming part of the national Intermediate Care Facility program, Bessent Road Group Home has focused on promoting inclusive community living. The dedicated staff assists residents in developing the abilities necessary to thrive outside of institutional settings, with a central objective of ensuring each person has the tools needed to control their own lives. Residents are supported in shaping their goals, strengthening their social connections, and participating in opportunities that enrich their everyday experiences.
Bessent Road Group Home stands as a resource for individuals and families in Starke and the surrounding community seeking high-quality, compassionate support for people with intellectual disabilities. The group home's environment is designed to feel comfortable and homelike, with programs that prioritize dignity, choice, and integration into the broader community.