Community Habilitation

Community Habilitation (Com Hab) at YAI supports children and adults who live alone or with their families. Trained Com Hab specialists focus on helping people build skills needed for independent living, working on skills like grocery shopping, cooking, banking, laundry, communication, and daily decision-making. Because it is an individualized program, Com Hab encourages the exploration of each person’s unique hobbies and passions by supporting a range of activities in and around the community.

Eligibility Requirements

• OPWDD eligibility
• Age 13+
• Reside in the Bronx, Brooklyn, Manhattan, Queens, Long Island, or Hudson Valley

New to OPWDD?

Learn about eligibility and how to apply.

Already OPWDD Eligible?

Call 212.273.6182 or submit our Getting Started form to learn more and apply.