The prospective Resident should be in receipt of a Disability Grant.  The applicant has to indicate that he/she would like to come and live at Lake Farm Centre.

Age:

Between the age of 18 & 25

Gender:

Male or Female

Medical History:

Should be made available as well as medication or any other information such as epilepsy, diabetes, allergies, etc.  Likes and dislikes.  The prospective resident should be mobile

Background:

The applicant should have attended a Training Centre or a similar educational institution, but it is not essential.

Motor Skills:

The applicant should be able to work with his hands in order to undergo skills training and to practically assist with the day to day running of Lake Farm Centre.  The applicant does not need to be able to read and write.

Social Skills:

Should enjoy the company of others.  Should not display any (mental functioning) disturbing behaviour such as endangering him/herself or others.

Personal Hygiene:

Must be able to bath and dress him/herself under supervision.  Buttons and shoelaces are excluded.  Must have bladder control.  Should be able to keep his/her belongings tidy and make his/her bed.  Feed him/herself either with a spoon or preferably with knife and fork.  Needs no supervision during the night.

Communication:

Must be able to follow simple instructions and communicate meaningfully in simple words or phrases.

Finances:

The family of the applicant should be able to contribute to his/her up-keep at Lake Farm Centre and set up a Trust for the off-spring’s future.  In needy cases the Management Committee will assess the situation and consider to waiver or reduce the family’s obligations.

Holidays:

The resident is expected to go home for holidays and visiting weekends.