DIRECTORY OF RELATED LINKS
L.A.D.D., Inc. has built our Mission, Vision, and Values, Code of Conduct and Code of Ethics for providing supports services using the Gentle Teaching Philosophy. The foundation of which is that everyone has a need to feel safe, engaged, loved and loving. http://www.gentleteaching.com
L.A.D.D., Inc. is accredited by CARF, a nationally recognized not for profit accrediting body that promotes quality, value and optimal outcomes of support services though an accreditation process that centers on enhancing the lives of persons served. http://www.carf.org
To view our most recent CARF survey please click here.DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES
Group Homes in all counties are licensed through the Consumer and Industry Service at the Family Independence Agency. Licensing Rules, Regulations and other information is available at http://www.michigan.gov/dhsSTATE FIRE MARSHALL
The State Fire Marshall has established guidelines that must be met by licensed home. State Fire Marshall Codes are available at http://www.michigan.gov/dleg/0,1607,7-154-28077_42271_42321---,00.htmlOAKLAND COUNTY
In Oakland and Macomb Counties L.A.D.D., Inc. provides residential support services through a contractual relationship with MORC Inc. This agency is the Responsible Mental Health Agency (RHMA) for Oakland and Macomb Counties. www.morcinc.org
BERRIEN COUNTY
In Berrien County L.A.D.D., Inc. provides residential and Community Living Supports through a contractual relationship with Riverwood Center. Riverwood Center is the Responsible Mental Health Agency (RHMA) for Berrien County. www.riverwoodcenter.org
CASS COUNTY
In Cass County L.A.D.D., Inc. provides residential and Community Living Supports through a contractual relationship with Woodlands Behavioral Health Care Network. Woodlands is the Responsible Mental Health Agency (RMHA) for Cass County. www.woodlandsbhn.org
VAN BUREN COUNTY
In Van Buren County L.A.D.D., Inc. provides residential and Community Living Supports through a contractual relationship with Van Buren Community Mental Health.Van Buren Community Mental Health is the Responsible Mental Health Agency (RMHA) for Van Buren County. www.vbcmh.com
AMERICAN RED CROSS
All L.A.D.D., Inc. staff are trained by a certified American Red Cross trainer in First Aid and CPR. You can get information regarding the American Red Cross at http://www.redcross.orgHEALTH INFORMATION
-Diagnosis and Disorder Information including videos found at: http://www.healthination.com---Weight loss programs and Healthy Living information found at: http://www.sparkpeople.com
ASSOCIATION FOR RETARDED CITIZENS-ARC
The ARC is an association established to promote the welfare with disabilities , give assess to facts, contacts and new to learn more about these citizens. You can get more information at: http://www.arc.orgAMERICAN ASSOCIATION OF RETIRED PERSONS--AARP
Information regarding AARP is available at: http://www.aarp.orgMICHIGAN ASSOCIATION OF MENTAL HEALTH BOARDS, http://www.macmhb.org
MICHIGAN GOVERNMENT--OFFICIAL STATE OF MICHIGAN WEB SITE, http://www.michigan.gov
NATIONAL FAMILY CAREGIVERS ASSOCIATION
Information regarding NFCA is available at http://www.nfcacares.orgMICHIGAN ASSISTED LIVING ASSOCIATION
Information regarding False Claims and Licensing http://www.miassistedliving.org/index.htmlSafe Shelter in affiliation with the United Way of Southwest Michigan.