Sunnyhill Independence Center is dedicated to providing individualized residential support for people with developmental disabilities, ensuring services are tailored to each person's unique needs and goals. The center offers a wide spectrum of supports, ranging from a few hours a week to comprehensive 24-hour care. These services are available in various environments, including a person’s natural home, a community-based home, or within one of the residential facilities operated by Sunnyhill Independence Center. The focus of care is on fostering independence, assisting with skill development and acquisition, promoting community participation and inclusion, developing social skills and meaningful relationships, and creating a healthy and safe environment. Residents are encouraged to engage in activities that are meaningful to them, promoting a sense of purpose and well-being.
The staff at Sunnyhill Independence Center are highly trained, with expertise in areas including abuse and neglect prevention, CPR and first aid, positive behavioral supports, medication administration, nutrition, and personal care. This dedication to training ensures residents receive not only assistance but compassionate and knowledgeable support in daily living activities, such as hygiene, dressing, and eating. The program emphasizes active treatment through ongoing assessment and the pursuit of each resident’s personal goals. Individuals reside in comfortable, home-like settings, including houses where groups such as eight women live together with 24-hour awake supervision, promoting both safety and social interaction.
Sunnyhill Independence Center’s campus includes five residential buildings set on 18 acres in DeSoto, Missouri, providing a peaceful and spacious environment for living and personal growth. The staffing ratios, such as 1:4 up to 1:10 staff to resident, allow for attentive yet independent living tailored to the needs of those who are unable to live by themselves but do not require skilled nursing care. The support model includes not only room and board but also medication administration, personal care, and a range of daily living assistance. Residents receive funding from various sources including Medicaid, SSI and other benefits, as well as private pay options.
Living spaces at Sunnyhill Independence Center are designed for comfort and community. Common areas include inviting living rooms where residents can relax or socialize, reading nooks for quiet reflection, and a gymnasium that offers opportunities for physical activity and recreation. Several bedrooms within the center provide private and shared accommodations tailored to resident needs and preferences. The campus regularly hosts fun activities, further enhancing the quality of life for everyone who calls Sunnyhill Independence Center home. The overarching goal is to provide a nurturing environment that supports each resident in achieving their greatest level of independence and personal fulfillment.