Leon Advocacy and Resource Center (LARC)
Address
1949 Commonwealth Lane
Tallahassee, FL 32303
(850) 422-0355
AKA:
LARC
Description:
*Four primary programs to enable people with developmental disabilities to participate in community life
*Residential: six group homes with specialized living services and supported living counselors on call 24 hours per day
*Supported Employment: training and assistance to both employee and employer during sustained employment
*Supported Living: training and assistance to live in and maintain a home or apartment of participants' choosing; may include: personal hygiene and grooming skills, household chores, meal preparation, shopping, personal finances, and social and adaptive skills; some participants also receive services of paid roommate (In Home Supports) who provides personal care
*Community Training and Other supports: transportation, companion, community inclusion, and trial competency training
*LARC also works with Leon County Schools' Exceptional Student Education program to provide vocational training so students can find and maintain competitive employment
*Branch in Taylor County serves clients; call LARC office for referral
*Offers Kiwanis Aktion Club program, a service club for people with disabilities
Intake Process:
Referral by Agency for Persons With Disabilities only; call 487-1992
Program Fees:
Medicaid accepted
Languages:
English
Eligibility:
Clients of Agency for Persons with Disabilities (over 18 years of age and developmentally disabled or vocational rehab)
Handicap Accessible?
Yes
Is Shelter?
No
Related Resource
Date of Official Change:
May 31, 2023
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