Manchester location and residential enquiries
CELS's administrative office is at 455 Shasta Street, Manchester, NH 03103. The office address does not confirm the address of a proposed home or that a vacancy is available. Contact the team to discuss current residential options, visits and the area you are considering. Share important location preferences, such as staying near familiar people, employment, daytime activities or health appointments.
Adults served and suitability
Our residential focus is adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. A Manchester referral should describe the person's strengths, communication, daily support needs and preferred living arrangement. The responsible area agency or service coordinator can confirm eligibility and any waiver authorizations. CELS reviews suitability for the proposed setting. Discuss age requirements and transition timing if the referral concerns a move into adult services.
Staffing and everyday household life
Ask how staff support mornings, meals, personal care, evenings and overnight routines. Direct Support Professionals should understand what the adult can do independently and where assistance is needed. Discuss supervision, backup coverage and staff preparation before agreeing on a move. Compatibility with others, privacy and individual preferences also matter when assessing a group-home arrangement.
Safety, accessibility and medication support
A visit should include practical questions about entrances, bathrooms, mobility, evacuation and the assistance required during an emergency. Explain current health needs and medication orders so the team can assess training and support requirements. Ask how medication information is handed over and how health changes are communicated. CELS needs to confirm that the proposed environment can meet the person's needs before placement.
Community life in Manchester
Local participation should begin with the adult's interests: visiting a library, spending time with friends, shopping, recreation or other chosen activities. Consider travel times, transportation arrangements and the support needed at each destination. Families can identify familiar places that may help with a transition. Activities are planned around the person rather than a fixed list of outings for everyone.
Referral process and required information
Call CELS to discuss the requested location, broad support needs, intended timing and coordinator contact. The review may involve a person-centered plan, assessments, service authorizations, health and medication summaries, relevant behavior-support information and consent or guardianship documents. Ask for the secure document-sharing process before sending private records. A preliminary conversation can identify which information is still needed.
Visits and a planned transition
Where a suitable option is being considered, discuss how the adult can visit, meet the team and express preferences. Plan how familiar routines, belongings and important relationships will carry into the new setting. Confirm staffing, funding and the transition schedule with the responsible team. Availability changes, so contact CELS directly for current options rather than relying on the website as a vacancy listing.