Fairfield County ABI Waiver Services | Community-Based Brain Injury Support
Connecticut ABI Waiver Services Throughout Fairfield County
The Supported Living Group (SLG) provides Connecticut Acquired Brain Injury (ABI) Waiver I & II services throughout Fairfield County, helping adults living with traumatic and non-traumatic brain injuries regain independence, strengthen daily living skills, and actively participate in their communities. Through our statewide service model and dedicated locations in Bethany, Avon, and Danielson, SLG delivers individualized, community-based rehabilitation services that support participants throughout Fairfield County while remaining connected to local resources, healthcare providers, and employment opportunities.
Recovery following an acquired brain injury often extends well beyond hospitalization or outpatient rehabilitation. Individuals may continue to experience challenges with executive functioning, memory, attention, emotional regulation, fatigue, communication, and independent living. SLG's Fairfield County ABI Waiver services are designed to provide practical, person-centered supports that help individuals successfully navigate daily life while working toward their long-term personal, vocational, and community integration goals.
Serving Communities Throughout Fairfield County
SLG proudly provides Connecticut ABI Waiver services throughout Fairfield County, including:
Bridgeport
Stamford
Norwalk
Danbury
Fairfield
Greenwich
Trumbull
Stratford
Shelton
Westport
New Canaan
Ridgefield
Wilton
Bethel
Brookfield
New Fairfield
Newtown
Monroe
Easton
Redding
Weston
Darien
Our community-based rehabilitation model allows participants to receive individualized support within their homes and local communities while benefiting from SLG's specialized expertise in acquired brain injury rehabilitation.
Comprehensive Connecticut ABI Waiver Services
SLG offers a complete range of ABI Waiver services that are tailored to each participant's strengths, goals, and rehabilitation priorities, including:
Independent Living Skills Training (ILST)
Recovery Assistant Services
Companion Services
Personal Care Assistant (PCA) Services
Supported Employment
Pre-Vocational Services
Community Integration
Clinical Behavioral Health Services
Executive Functioning Coaching
Inspire Arts CT Creative Vocational Programming
Every service is individualized to promote independence, enhance quality of life, and support meaningful participation in home, work, and community environments.
Hospital and Rehabilitation Referrals
Many Fairfield County participants begin receiving ABI Waiver services following discharge from acute care hospitals, inpatient rehabilitation facilities, or outpatient neurological programs.
SLG collaborates with referral partners serving Fairfield County, including:
Stamford Hospital
Bridgeport Hospital
St. Vincent's Medical Center
Danbury Hospital
Norwalk Hospital
Greenwich Hospital
Yale New Haven Health affiliated hospitals serving Fairfield County
Referrals may also originate from:
Hospital discharge planners
Neurologists
Physiatrists
Neuropsychologists
Occupational, physical, and speech therapists
Primary care physicians
Social workers
Case managers
Family members seeking long-term community-based supports
SLG works closely with referral professionals to facilitate smooth transitions from hospital-based rehabilitation into community living.
Connecticut ABI Waiver Referrals and Eligibility
The Connecticut ABI Waiver Program, administered by the Connecticut Department of Social Services (DSS), provides home and community-based services for eligible adults living with acquired brain injuries who require ongoing support to remain safely in their communities.
SLG assists individuals and families by providing education regarding:
ABI Waiver eligibility requirements
Referral pathways
Available community-based services
Transition planning
Service implementation following waiver approval
Long-term rehabilitation planning
Our team works collaboratively with participants, families, care managers, and healthcare providers throughout every stage of the process.
Collaboration With ABI Waiver Care Managers
Effective brain injury rehabilitation depends upon strong interdisciplinary collaboration.
SLG works closely with ABI Waiver care managers and rehabilitation professionals to ensure services remain individualized, responsive, and aligned with each participant's evolving goals.
Collaboration commonly includes:
Service planning
Goal development
Executive functioning strategies
Community safety planning
Vocational rehabilitation
Employment planning
Family education
Ongoing interdisciplinary communication
This coordinated approach helps maximize participant outcomes while promoting continuity of care.
Transportation Resources Throughout Fairfield County
Transportation is often essential for successful community participation and rehabilitation.
Fairfield County participants may utilize:
Greater Bridgeport Transit (GBT)
Norwalk Transit District (Wheels)
Housatonic Area Regional Transit (HARTransit)
ADA complementary paratransit services
Metro-North Railroad
Connecticut Department of Transportation public transit services
Medicaid Non-Emergency Medical Transportation (when eligible)
Authorized ABI Waiver transportation services when included in the participant's approved plan of care
SLG also helps participants develop the skills necessary to safely use public transportation as part of Independent Living Skills Training (ILST) and community integration services whenever appropriate. Participants may receive individualized support with route planning, travel safety, scheduling, community navigation, and building the confidence needed to access employment, healthcare, educational opportunities, volunteer activities, and community resources independently.
Community Integration Throughout Fairfield County
Community participation is a vital component of long-term brain injury rehabilitation.
SLG supports participants in becoming actively engaged within their communities by identifying opportunities that align with their interests, strengths, and rehabilitation goals.
Community integration opportunities throughout Fairfield County include:
Public libraries
Municipal recreation departments
Parks, beaches, and walking trails
Museums and cultural organizations
Community colleges
Volunteer organizations
Fitness and wellness centers
Adaptive recreation programs
Community events and festivals
Inspire Arts CT creative programming
Our rehabilitation professionals work alongside participants to build confidence, strengthen social connections, and increase meaningful participation within their local communities.
Supported Employment and Vocational Rehabilitation
Meaningful employment is an important recovery goal for many individuals living with acquired brain injuries.
SLG's Supported Employment Services help Fairfield County participants prepare for, obtain, and maintain competitive employment by providing:
Career exploration
Employment assessments
Resume and cover letter development
Interview preparation
Workplace accommodation planning
Executive functioning strategies
Job coaching
Employment stabilization
Collaboration with employers and vocational partners
Participants may pursue opportunities throughout Fairfield County in healthcare, hospitality, retail, manufacturing, education, nonprofit organizations, municipal government, creative industries, and food service.
SLG also collaborates with the Connecticut Bureau of Rehabilitation Services (BRS) to support participants pursuing meaningful long-term employment goals.
Why Fairfield County Families Choose SLG
SLG combines statewide expertise with individualized, community-based rehabilitation services designed specifically for adults living with acquired brain injuries.
Families and referral professionals choose SLG because of our:
Specialized expertise in acquired brain injury rehabilitation
Statewide service coverage
Three dedicated Connecticut program locations
Person-centered rehabilitation philosophy
Executive functioning expertise
Innovative vocational programming through Inspire Arts CT
Comprehensive ABI Waiver service continuum
Commitment to long-term independence and community participation
Every participant's rehabilitation journey is unique, and our experienced team is committed to helping individuals achieve meaningful, lasting success.
Looking for ABI Waiver Services in Fairfield County?
Whether you are a brain injury survivor, family member, physician, hospital discharge planner, social worker, rehabilitation professional, or ABI Waiver care manager, The Supported Living Group is here to help.
SLG proudly provides community-based Connecticut ABI Waiver services throughout Fairfield County, helping adults with acquired brain injuries build independence, develop meaningful life skills, pursue employment opportunities, and successfully participate in their communities.
Contact The Supported Living Group today to learn more about Connecticut ABI Waiver eligibility, referrals, and specialized brain injury rehabilitation services available throughout Fairfield County.
