Open Your Home. Change a Life.
Become a Sponsored Residential Host with Inclusive Living Solutions, LLC.
Welcome an adult with an intellectual or developmental disability into your home while supporting their independence, safety, dignity, and community involvement.
This is a residential hosting opportunity, not a traditional hourly caregiving position.
Both forms are required. Please complete the full application and the new applicant questionnaire to continue the screening process.
Potential Annual Compensation
$48,000 – $144,000+
Annually
Based on individual support needs, provider qualifications, experience, and agreed rental payments.
Maximum of two individuals receiving services per approved home.
Certain qualifying payments may be eligible for favorable federal and state income tax treatment. Eligibility depends on the arrangement and applicable tax laws. Consult a qualified tax professional.
A Meaningful Residential Hosting Opportunity
Inclusive Living Solutions, LLC is seeking Certified Nursing Assistants, Home Health Aides, Personal Care Assistants, Medication Aides, Direct Support Professionals, nurses, experienced caregivers, individuals, couples, and families.
Sponsored Residential Hosts welcome adults with intellectual or developmental disabilities into their own homes.
Individuals may have intellectual and/or developmental disabilities including autism, Down syndrome, or cerebral palsy.
Hosts provide individualized daily support in a welcoming, family-like home environment.
How You'll Make a Difference
Help adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities live safely, develop independence, and participate in everyday life.
Daily Care and Supervision
Provide daily care, supervision, and a safe home environment.
Personal Care and Medication
Assist with personal care, medications, and daily routines.
Independence and Life Skills
Support independence, daily living skills, and personal goals.
Community Participation
Encourage meaningful relationships, recreation, and community inclusion.
Therap Documentation
Complete daily electronic documentation using Therap.
Team Collaboration
Work with agency staff, nurses, behavioral professionals, and coordinate approved backup providers when needed.
Sponsored Residential Host Opportunities Across Virginia
We are recruiting in:
Who Can Apply?
- At least 21 years old
- High school diploma or GED
- Valid driver's license
- Reliable transportation
- Ability to complete electronic documentation
- Successful required background screenings
- Successful home inspection
- Demonstrated financial stability
Preferred Qualifications
Homeowners and applicants with previous residential caregiving experience are strongly preferred.
- Certified Nursing Assistant
- Home Health Aide
- Personal Care Assistant
- Direct Support Professional
- Medication Aide
- Licensed Practical Nurse
- Registered Nurse
- Previous DBHDS sponsored residential approval
- Residential caregiving experience
- Single-story home
Preparing Your Home for Approval
All of the following requirements are mandatory.
Certificate of Occupancy
Your home must qualify for a Certificate of Occupancy from the city or locality.
Homes built before 1973 may experience difficulty obtaining one.
Inclusive Living Solutions will request existing certificate information from the city on your behalf. If none is on file, you must follow up with the city, pay any required fee, and obtain the necessary inspection before moving forward.
Landlord Approval for Renters
Your landlord must approve subleasing a room and receiving rent from the individual.
Verbal approval is required initially, followed by written permission using our provided template.
Background and Safety Checks
All household members 18 years of age and older must pass background checks and Central Registry screenings.
Your home must also pass required environmental and safety inspections.
Required Training Before Placement
Applicants must complete approximately 40 hours of unpaid training before placement.
Required online training must be completed within approximately three weeks.
- 8 hours of training in person in Hampton, Virginia
- Remaining training completed virtually
- Online training is asynchronous and self-paced
- CPR and First Aid
Training is provided internally if you do not already hold accepted, valid certifications. Existing certifications may shorten onboarding.
Important Before Applying
You must be prepared to:
- Complete required unpaid training
- Attend 8 hours in Hampton
- Complete assigned virtual training
- Obtain a Certificate of Occupancy
- Meet landlord requirements if renting
- Pass household background screenings
- Demonstrate financial stability
- Pass required home inspections
What Happens After You Apply?
The approval process typically takes 4–6 weeks before an individual can move into your home, depending on training completion and home inspection readiness.
Submit the full Sponsored Residential Host application and the required New Applicant Questionnaire. Both must be completed.
Qualified applicants may be invited to discuss their experience, home, and availability.
Finish all required training, certifications, and competency assessments.
Complete household screenings, financial verification, and home documentation.
Prepare your home and complete required safety and approval inspections.
Once approved, your home may be considered for an appropriate individual based on support needs, preferences, and availability. Placement is not guaranteed.
Ready to Become a Sponsored Residential Host?
Please read all requirements carefully before applying. Both the full application and New Applicant Questionnaire are mandatory.
After submitting both forms, check your email, spam and junk folders, and text messages for additional screening and onboarding instructions.
Questions About Becoming a Host?
EMAIL INQUIRIES ONLY.
NO PHONE CALLS, PLEASE.
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