# Beacon Specialized Living

> For over 50 years, Beacon Specialized Living has provided high-quality, gentle, compassionate, and evidence-based coordinated care for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, behavioral health needs, autism, and medically fragile conditions.

## Core Information
- [Homepage](https://beaconspecialized.org/): For over 50 years, Beacon Specialized Living has provided coordinated care for individuals with disabilities and mental health needs. Our mission is to enable vulnerable adults and children to live as healthy and independent as possible by coordinating high-quality, gentle, compassionate, and evidence-based care.
- [About Us](https://beaconspecialized.org/about-us/): Beacon Specialized Living provides compassionate care to individuals with intellectual and mental health disabilities. By successfully supporting the self-directed goals of those we serve and applying industry best practices we are improving their quality of care while elevating their life satisfaction and optimizing their independent living skills. Beacon is the leading community partner in the markets we serve.
- [Services](https://beaconspecialized.org/services/): Choosing the right provider is one of the most important decisions a family can make. At Beacon Specialized Living, we don’t just provide services — we create homes where individuals are known, valued, and supported to live meaningful lives.
- [Locations](https://beaconspecialized.org/locations/): Beacon Specialized Living operates across 8 states, offering multi-home networks, community living options, and specialized care arrangements tailored to individual needs.  We offer services in Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Jersey, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Virginia, and Wisconsin.
- [Referrals](https://beaconspecialized.org/referrals/): If you are ready to start the enrollment process to live in a Beacon home, get started by filling out our short referral form. We proudly work with more than 650 referral partners who entrust us with their individuals’ care. 

## Get Involved & Connect
- [Careers](https://beaconspecialized.org/careers/): Beacon is looking for dedicated, hardworking individuals with positive, compassionate attitudes to join our team! We offer professional development and career advancement for Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) through our partnership with the National Alliance for Direct Support Professionals (NADSP) and Beacon's LEAP Program.  
- [Contact Us](https://beaconspecialized.org/contact/): Have a question? We’re here to help! Get in touch with us using the contact us form or give us a call at (866)-2-BEACON.

## Services
- [Specialized Adult Care](https://beaconspecialized.org/services-specialized-adult-care/): We provide specialized residential adult foster care in licensed and unlicensed settings. Our ongoing residential care and supportive services for adults are individualized based on the needs of each person as identified in their unique support plan.
- [Autism Support](https://beaconspecialized.org/autism-support/): Beacon’s autism support is a comprehensive, community-based model — integrating living, behavioral, and clinical care to help adults with autism build stability and independence every day.
- [Youth Services & Crisis Residential Care](https://beaconspecialized.org/services-youth-services/): We care for young individuals with a wide range of emotional, physical, and mental health needs. By providing nurturing, compassionate care, stability, advocacy, and care coordination on both a short and long-term basis and in times of crisis, we tailor youth services to those in need. These services are offered in Minnesota.
- [Clinical Services](https://beaconspecialized.org/services-clinical-services/): Clinical staff are integral to the day to day support for our residents. They lead group and individual activities, support CMH’s individualized behavior treatment plans, and providing ongoing training and support to in-home staff. These services are offered in Michigan.
- [Support Nursing & Psychiatric Services](https://beaconspecialized.org/services-nursing-and-psychiatric-services/): Coordination and integration of care are important to our person-centered approach. That’s why we have nurses and psychiatrists on staff, and nursing staff are an integral part of the day to day support of our residential programs. These services are offered in Michigan.
- [Day Programs](https://beaconspecialized.org/services-day-programs/): Beacon’s day programs offer structured, person-centered support for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Each setting provides daily opportunities for learning, socialization, and connection in a safe, supportive environment.
- [Supports Coordination](https://beaconspecialized.org/services-supports-coordination/): Our Support Coordinators take a person-centered approach by talking with individuals, their family/guardians and team members to learn about the individual’s strengths, needs, areas of interest, and goals. We help individuals access the supports they need to lead a fulfilling life and be happy, healthy, and successful. Supports Coordination is available in New Jersey and Pennsylvania.
- [Crisis Residential Care](https://beaconspecialized.org/services-crisis-residential-care/): Beacon – Ohio provides necessary care services or intervention when a person’s primary caregiver is absent or needs relief, or a medical/behavioral crisis arises.
- [Community Support Services](https://beaconspecialized.org/services-community-support-services/): Community Participation Services include our 10 Day Option programs which encompass a full range of choices. Read more about what we offer below. These services are offered in Pennsylvania.
- [Supported Living Services](https://beaconspecialized.org/services-supported-living-services/): We are passionate about making a difference in the lives of our individuals, families, and staff through exceptional care and support. Supported living services are available in Ohio and Wisconsin.
- [Resident and Community Supports](https://beaconspecialized.org/services-resident-and-community-supports/): We provide home and community based services in a variety of settings including residential, in-home, and integrated day/vocational programs. We specialize in supporting adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, and autism. These services are offered in New Jersey and Pennsylvania.
- [Residential Services](https://beaconspecialized.org/services-residential-services/): Residential Services offers the chance for community living across a range of environments. Available options encompass group home arrangements, Life Sharing, and Supported Living models. These services are offered in Pennsylvania.
- [Residential Programs](https://beaconspecialized.org/services-residential-programs/): Beacon–Virginia provides Residential Group Homes and Supported Living Residential services to adults with developmental disabilities. Our residential programs deliver high‑quality support by promoting independence, dignity, and personal growth for the individuals we serve. These programs are intentionally designed to support a smaller number of residents, allowing for more individualized care. All Beacon–Virginia homes meet and exceed the regulations and requirements set forth by the Virginia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services.
- [Behavioral Support & Consultation](https://beaconspecialized.org/services-behavioral-support-consultation/): Beacon – Virginia provides individual focused, person centered, comprehensive behavioral consultation services to individuals with developmental disabilities. We provide support for challenging behaviors that interfere with the person’s relationships, community engagement, learning opportunities, and pose a threat to the health & safety of the person or others.
- [Supports Brokering](https://beaconspecialized.org/services-supports-brokering/): A Support Broker plays an important role in helping people create and follow their life plans. Read below for a more detailed description of everything a Support Broker provides. These services are offered in Pennsylvania.
- [Pillars Day Program - Ohio](https://beaconspecialized.org/pillars-day-program/): Beacon – Ohio is passionate about making a difference in the lives of the people we support, families and staff through exceptional supports and services. Using person-centered assessments, we help people discover their interests, dreams, and talents, along with their support needs. Our goal is for people to develop meaningful relationships, reduce social isolation, and create valued social roles in the community. We want every person to be able to say “I am an important part of my community”.
- [Specialized Adult Care - Michigan](https://beaconspecialized.org/specialized-adult-care-michigan/): We provide specialized residential adult foster care in licensed and unlicensed settings. Our ongoing residential care and supportive services for adults are individualized based on the needs of each person as identified in their unique support plan.
- [Virginia Day Programs](https://beaconspecialized.org/virginia-day-programs/): Beacon-Virginia provides exceptional day support programs to adults with developmental disabilities in Virginia. As we help the individuals we support broaden their horizons and embrace new dreams, lives are transformed and the entire community benefits.

## State Programs
- [Michigan](https://beaconspecialized.org/michigan/): Beacon Specialized Living provides specialized residential care in Michigan for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, behavioral health needs, autism, and medically fragile conditions. We partner with 43 Community Mental Health (CMH) agencies statewide to deliver high-quality, person-centered services across Michigan. 
- [Minnesota](https://beaconspecialized.org/minnesota/): Beacon Specialized Living is a leading provider of home and community-based support services and assisted living facilities in Minnesota. Our Minnesota team serves approximately 175-190 adults and children across 60+ sites in the seven counties surrounding Minneapolis and Saint Paul.
- [Missouri](https://beaconspecialized.org/missouri/): Beacon provides specialized individual service in the State of Missouri. From anxiety, autism, and co-occurring/SUD, to developmental disabilities, PTSD, schizophrenia, or borderline personality disorder we help individuals with a variety of mental illnesses, developmental disabilities, behaviors, and chronic conditions.
- [New Jersey](https://beaconspecialized.org/new-jersey/): Beacon – New Jersey ensures that the Individuals we serve are living full and productive lives with dignity and respect. We create an environment that promotes independence, engages those we serve in meaningful experiences, and builds community connections. This enables every Individual to achieve their goals and reach their full potential.
- [Ohio](https://beaconspecialized.org/ohio/supported-living-oh/): Empowering others to live their best lives drives us. At Beacon – Ohio, we are passionate about making a difference in the lives of the Individuals we Serve, families and staff through exceptional care and support. With a personalized, relationship-centered approach, we serve Individuals with developmental disabilities with the knowledge, care and respect we give our own family members.
- [Pennsylvania](https://beaconspecialized.org/pennsylvania/): For over 60 years, Keystone Community Resources has been Pennsylvania’s leading provider of community-based services for individuals with autism, intellectual and developmental disabilities. Our Pennsylvania team serves over 1,400 adults across fourteen counties and offers an array of services, including both full and part-time supports. We operate over 100 community-based group homes and Day Option Programs. In addition, we also offer Supported Employment, Life Sharing and Supported Living opportunities in northeast Pennsylvania.
- [Virginia](https://beaconspecialized.org/virginia/): Life should be a beautiful and meaningful experience for every individual, regardless of background or ability. Guided by this belief, Beacon–Virginia provides residential services, behavioral consultation, crisis support, and day support services to adults with developmental disabilities. As we support individuals in broadening their horizons and embracing new dreams, lives are transformed—and the communities we serve are strengthened. All Beacon–Virginia programs are fully licensed by the Virginia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services, and we proudly collaborate with Community Service Boards throughout the Commonwealth of Virginia.
- [Wisconsin](https://beaconspecialized.org/wisconsin/): Beacon Specialized Living is a leading provider of home and community-based support services in Wisconsin.  We are proud of the care and compassion provided by our Direct Support Professionals.  We also encourage residents to explore other areas of their lives including, relationship building, spirituality, recreation, and art.  Our homes are state licensed and our staff are trained professionals that meet and exceed all state required guidelines.

### Administrative & Support Offices
- **Michigan Support Center:** 890 N 10th St., Suite 110, Kalamazoo, MI 49009 | Phone: 269.427.8400
- **Minnesota Community Living Services:** 1355 Mendota Heights Rd. #260, Mendota Heights, MN 55120 | Phone: 651.451.2889
- **Missouri Community Living Services:** 19401 East 40 Hwy Suite 100, Independence, MO 64055 | Phone: 816.298.9372
- **New Jersey Residential & Day Services:** 13 Roszel Road, Suite B110, Princeton, NJ 08540 | Phone: 609.987.5003
- **Ohio Residential Care Services:** 600 Lakeview Plaza, Suite A, Worthington, OH 43085 | Phone: 614.802.0190
- **Pennsylvania Keystone Comm. Resources:** 100 Abington Executive Pk, Ste B, Clarks Summit, PA 18411 | Phone: 570.702.8000
- **Virginia Community Living Services:** 17932 S. Fraley Blvd., Ste. 300, Dumfries, VA 22026 | Phone: 703.680.5127
- **Wisconsin Community Living Services:** 4610 Biltmore Ln, Unit 103, Madison, WI 53718 | Phone: 877.747.8672
- **Tennessee Executive Office:** 100 Winners Circle North, Suite 340, Brentwood, TN 37027 | Phone: 866.223.2266