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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 surveys please click here.

BED BUGS HAVE REACHED STATEWIDE EPIDEMIC PROPORTIONS
Check out the video at ConnectMidMichigan.com by clicking 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/dhs

STATE 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.html

OAKLAND 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
To access to Riverwood Polices and Procedures for Contractors click on the link below.
http://www.riverwoodcenter.org/providers/

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. Woodland 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.org

HEALTH 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.org

AMERICAN ASSOCIATION OF RETIRED PERSONS–AARP
Information regarding AARP is available at: http://www.aarp.org

MICHIGAN 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.org

MICHIGAN ASSISTED LIVING ASSOCIATION SAFE SHELTER
Information regarding False Claims and Licensing
http://www.miassistedliving.org/index.html

SAFE SHELTER
In affiliation with the United Way of Southwest Michigan.
www.mysafeshelter.org

SOUTHWEST MICHIGAN NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF MENTAL ILLNESS
This is a great resource for information on Mental Disorders as well as support groups.
https://sites.google.com/site/namiofsouthwesternmichigan/

HOPE COMMUNITY CHURCH
Hope Community Church encourages people with special needs to come to church and get involved in their community. If any of our people are looking for a church to join or visit, this one would be a great one to check out. For more information check out the website link below.
http://www.hopeofniles.com/#/welcome-to-hope/home