Personal Assistance, Individualized Skill Development, Community Networking, and In-Home Respite for Missourians with intellectual and developmental disabilities who live in their own or family homes. Each hour is built around the person’s PCSP goals.
Each service has its own purpose in Missouri’s DD waivers. Together they cover daily living, new skills, friendships and belonging, and a break for family caregivers.
Daily living
Personal Assistance
Help with everyday tasks a person can’t fully do on their own, like bathing, dressing, meals, housekeeping, and errands. Support can be hands-on, cueing, or doing the task, with teaching built in along the way.
At home, in the family home, in the community, or at work
Individual or small-group support
Medical PA available when a medical need is documented in the PCSP, with nurse oversight
Not authorized alongside Group Home, ISL, or Shared Living
New skills
Individualized Skill Development
Focused teaching on a clear skill the person wants to learn or keep, like cooking, budgeting and money management, home upkeep, or riding public transportation.
For individuals living in their own or family home
Individual, or groups of up to 4
Up to 87 hours per month
Taught by staff trained in systematic instruction
Belonging
Community Networking
Support to join activities the person chooses and build real friendships and community membership, like clubs, classes, volunteering, faith communities, and local events.
Built on the person's interests, gifts, and strengths
Individual, or groups of up to 4
Up to 108 hours per month
Job preparation belongs in Employment Services instead
A break for caregivers
In-Home Respite
Short-term care in the individual’s home so the family members who usually provide care can rest, run errands, or take care of themselves.
Provided in the individual's home or private residence
For unpaid caregivers, like parents and relatives
Scheduled around the family's needs
Not a substitute for paid staff
How it works
From referral to first visit.
We start with what matters to the person, then build a schedule and a support team around it.
1
Referral
Your support coordinator sends a referral, or you call us and we’ll connect with your coordinator.
2
Get to know you
We meet with you and your family to learn your routines, interests, and the PCSP outcomes you’re working toward.
3
Match your DSP
Once services are authorized, we match you with a trained Direct Support Professional and set a schedule that works for you.
4
Support & review
Every visit is documented against your goals. We share progress with your planning team and adjust as your needs change.
Careers
Be the reason someone's day goes right.
Direct Support Professionals are at the heart of these services.
Every Circle Strong
At Alora, every role is built to support the one closest to the person served. Managers clear barriers and handle the paperwork so you can be present. You care for them; we care for you.
Every Voice Heard
At Alora, every voice matters: the people we serve, their families, and YOU. We listen with intent and speak with honesty and kindness.
Every Day Meaningful
At Alora, we make every day count. YOUmake a positive impact in someone’s life every single day.
Whether you’re an individual, a family member, a support coordinator, or a DSP looking for your next role, a real person will respond within one business day.