Resident Services

Franciscan Ministries takes a vision-driven approach to resident services nurturing the power within individuals and families to enhance the quality of life and encourage fundamental change of social and economic systems.  This service enriched environment provides opportunities that foster meaning, joy, self-sufficiency and choice for those in need. 

The Resident Service Coordinator

Our outstanding Resident Service Coordinator (RSC) identifies and partners with resources in the surrounding community to provide needed services. 

The RSC encourages resident interaction in programming, community action and self-determination.

What is a Resident Service Coordinator?

A Resident Service Coordinator (RSC) is a social services support professional who works with families, elderly and persons with disabilities residing in Franciscan Ministries communities. 

 

The RSC provides a link between residents who may need supportive services and community organizations that provide those services.  These services are designed to allow residents to remain self-sufficient within their communities. 

As the needs of each resident are different, working with the RSC allows the resident to select the services that best fit their short or long term needs. 

What can the RSC do for you?

Develops links with community agencies and service providers        

  • Provides resource directory for residents
  • Educates residents on available services and programs
  • Monitors ongoing provision of service

Coordinates support services in areas such as                        

  • Determining eligibility for benefits                                                
  • Health and well being

    Wellness clinics

    Connection to mental health and substance abuse counseling

    Nutritional programs

    Employment and education strategies

    Family self-sufficiency

Job counseling

Child care

After school tutoring

English as a second language (ESL)

  • Home delivered meals
  • Housekeeping and personal care services
  • Transportation
  • Financial planning and management

    Assistance with obtaining federal, state and local funding programs

Entitlement programs

Assists residents in building informal networks with other residents, family, friends

Promotes programs that empower and enhance resident socialization and independence

  • Coordinates recreational programs
  • Assists with developing resident forum

Promotes programs to educate residents in areas such as

  • Living wills
  • Power of attorney
  • Identity theft
  • Prescription benefit plans
  • Budgeting and check book balancing