Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Emergency
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Trusted Housing for Adults with Developmental Disabilities
COC Living has dedicated six decades to transforming lives through quality housing and compassionate support for adults with developmental disabilities. Founded in 1965 as a parent-led initiative, we have grown into a trusted community partner serving 80 individuals across 19 homes in Plymouth, Livonia, Redford, and Garden City. Our mission centers on empowering residents to live independently while receiving personalized care tailored to their unique needs. We prioritize choice, community integration, and person-centered care, ensuring residents pursue meaningful lifestyles through employment, volunteering, and social connections. With staff-to-resident ratios ranging from 1:4 to 1:2, we balance independence with support, offering medication management, healthcare coordination, and transportation assistance.Our team of experienced professionals, including educators and healthcare specialists, brings decades of expertise in developmental disabilities. We maintain transparency through partnerships with agencies like the Detroit-Wayne Integrated Health Network and prioritize ethical practices in all operations. Our 60-year legacy reflects a commitment to evolving with residents' needs, ensuring enhanced care as they age. This dedication has fostered lasting relationships with families, staff, and supporters who share our vision of inclusive communities. Through volunteer programs and career opportunities, we invite others to join our mission of building homes where everyone thrives.
Services
Large Home Settings
Small Home Settings
Apartment Living
Support Services
Community Integration
Volunteer Programs
Details
- Year established: 1965
Highlights and features
- 60 years of experience serving adults with developmental disabilities since 1965
- Personalized support with staff-to-resident ratios from 1:4 to 1:2
- Community integration through employment, volunteering, and social activities
- 24/7 professional staff for medication management and healthcare coordination
- Proven track record serving 80 individuals across 19 homes in Wayne County
Services
Large Home Settings
Spacious homes in residential neighborhoods with 24/7 staff support and smaller staff-to-resident ratios. Residents enjoy greater independence while receiving medication management, home maintenance assistance, and transportation coordination. Ideal for those seeking community engagement with structured support.
Small Home Settings
Smaller homes with higher staff-to-resident ratios for enhanced support. Features include 24/7 professional care, medication management, and tailored assistance with daily living skills. Designed for residents requiring closer supervision while maintaining dignity and choice.
Apartment Living
Self-directed housing with on-demand staff support for maximum independence. Includes social opportunities, medication management, and healthcare coordination. Perfect for residents who prefer autonomy while having access to structured support when needed.
Community Integration
Programs connecting residents to employment, volunteering, and local events. Staff coordinate transportation to medical facilities, shopping, and recreational activities. Ensures residents build lasting friendships and participate fully in community life.
Volunteer Programs
Opportunities for individuals to assist with clerical work, event planning, and direct care support. Volunteers help reduce staff workload, enabling greater focus on resident care. Includes flexible scheduling and training for roles in administrative, property maintenance, or social activities.
People
Holly Heath
Executive Director
Doctorate in educational leadership with 30+ years in special education. Led transition programs for youth with disabilities and now directs COC Living's housing and support services.
Zakia Dixon
Human Resources
Manages staffing and employment processes to ensure qualified professionals support COC Living's mission.
Ron Thomas
Chief Financial Officer
Oversees financial operations and sustainability initiatives for COC Living's long-term housing programs.
Susana Wolf
Program Manager
Coordinates daily operations and support services across COC Living's residential communities.
Glen Hearn
Volunteer Coordinator
Matches volunteers with opportunities to support residents through companionship, administrative work, and community events.
Questions
What housing options does COC Living offer?
We provide large homes, small homes, and apartment-style living with varying staff-to-resident ratios for personalized support.
How does COC Living support community integration?
We coordinate employment opportunities, volunteering, transportation, and social events to help residents engage with their communities.
What funding options exist for housing?
Housing is funded through Medicaid, Social Security benefits, MiAble accounts, and special needs trusts.
Can residents choose their housemates?
Yes, we conduct compatibility assessments and meet-and-greet activities to match residents with compatible housemates.
What staff training ensures quality care?
Staff complete training in medication management, person-centered planning, first aid, and recipient rights.
How are medical emergencies handled?
24/7 on-call leadership staff coordinate immediate medical care through established protocols and partnerships with physicians.
