CLSS

Community Living Support Services, LLC (CLSS)

Our Vision

We envision a world where everyone can live with dignity and respect. Our goal is to help individuals achieve a fulfilling life in their community.

CLSS is proud to operate two licensed specialized residential homes situated in the heart of Albion, Michigan.

These residences are designed to provide a supportive and personalized living experience for individuals requiring specialized care, ensuring they have the resources and assistance needed to thrive.

The vibrant surrounding community of Albion significantly enriches the lives of those we serve, offering a diverse array of cultural, recreational, and educational amenities. Residents have convenient access to:

Natural Beauty and Recreation: The scenic Kalamazoo River, which flows through the city, offers beautiful views and recreational opportunities. Victory Park is a central hub, hosting a popular summer concert series with live performances, providing entertainment and a place for community gathering. The local nature center offers tranquil trails and educational programs for connecting with the outdoors.
Culture and Education: The community boasts an excellent public library, a charming local bookstore combined with a coffee shop, and a historic theater, all contributing to a rich cultural landscape. The presence of Albion College infuses the city with intellectual energy and offers numerous opportunities for engagement.
Local Commerce and Community Life: A vibrant farmers market operates seasonally, providing fresh, local produce and a lively social atmosphere. These amenities, and so much more, create a welcoming and engaging environment where residents can participate fully in community life and pursue their personal interests.

Frequently Asked Questions

Please reach us at rmc@communitylivingsupportservices.com if you cannot find an answer to your question.

Services provided - (CLS) & (PCS)

Community Living Supports (CLS)

The core purpose of Community Living Supports (CLS) is to empower individuals by increasing their independence within their home and community. CLS is a rehabilitative and instructional service focused on developing, improving, and maintaining essential life skills in accordance with the individual’s person-centered plan of service (IPOS).

CLS requires the individual’s direct and active involvement. Staff provide assistance through skill-building strategies such as prompting, reminding, cueing, modeling, observation, guidance, and limited direct assistance. Supports are delivered using the least restrictive approach and are designed to fade over time as the individual gains independence.

Skills addressed through CLS are identified in the IPOS and may include, but are not limited to:

Financial management
Home and community management
Health and wellness
Safety awareness
Social and interpersonal skills

Crucial Distinction:
CLS is a skill-teaching and skill-practice service, not a chore or task-completion service. Staff use everyday activities as opportunities for instruction and development. Tasks are not completed for the individual when the goal is skill acquisition, except as limited assistance necessary to support learning, health, or safety.

Personal Care Services (PCS)

Personal Care Services (PCS) provide hands-on assistance to individuals who, due to physical, cognitive, or developmental limitations, require direct support to meet their immediate needs related to health, safety, and daily functioning.

PCS focuses on task completion and physical assistance, rather than instruction. PCS may include assistance with:

Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), such as bathing, dressing, toileting, transferring, and eating
Instrumental Activities of Daily Living (IADLs), such as meal preparation, light housekeeping, medication assistance, and shopping, when authorized and necessary for health and safety

Key Difference:
PCS staff perform tasks for or with the individual to meet immediate care needs. CLS staff use tasks as a vehicle to teach and support independence. PCS and CLS must be provided only as authorized in the individual’s IPOS and may not be used interchangeably.

What are Home & Community Based Rules?

Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) Rules are guidelines that make sure people receive support in their own homes and communities in ways that respect their choices, independence, and rights. These rules help ensure services support everyday life, personal goals, and community involvement—while promoting dignity, privacy, and the freedom to make decisions about one’s own life.

Who does (CLSS) Partner with?

Community Living Support Services (CLSS) partners with individuals, and families, along with multiple Community Mental Health Authorities.

A Community Mental Health Authority (CMHA) is a local public agency responsible for planning, coordinating, and overseeing publicly funded mental health and developmental disability services for people in a specific county or region.

In Michigan, CMHAs:

Ensure access to mental health, intellectual/developmental disability, and substance use disorder services
Authorize and fund services based on assessed need and individual service plans
Protect and uphold recipient rights
Contract with and monitor service providers to ensure quality and compliance
Coordinate care with healthcare providers, schools, courts, and community resources

The CMHA’s role is to make sure individuals receive the right services, at the right time, in the least restrictive setting, while supporting recovery, independence, and community inclusion.

Mon	09:00 am – 05:00 pm
Tue	09:00 am – 05:00 pm
Wed	09:00 am – 05:00 pm
Thu	09:00 am – 05:00 pm
Fri	09:00 am – 05:00 pm
Sat	Closed
Sun	Closed

Community Living Support Services - CLSS

Empowering Adults with IDD & or MI

Community Living Support Services, LLC (CLSS)

Our Vision

Frequently Asked Questions

Community Living Supports (CLS)

Personal Care Services (PCS)

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What truly sets us apart is our hear!

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CLSS

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Community Living Support Services - CLSS

Empowering Adults with IDD & or MI

Community Living Support Services, LLC (CLSS)

Our Vision

Frequently Asked Questions

Community Living Supports (CLS)

Personal Care Services (PCS)

Real Moments. Real Joy. Real Connection.

What truly sets us apart is our hear!

Now Hiring!

Contact Us / Come join our team!

Drop us a line!

CLSS

Hours

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