Dignitas/Orchard Lake House 3 is one of several residential homes operated by Dignitas within the Detroit Metropolitan Area, specializing in care for individuals with acquired brain injuries and spinal cord injuries. The home offers a supportive and structured environment designed to foster both safety and independence for its adult residents, with service provided exclusively to those 18 years of age and older. All aspects of the home's design and operation prioritize accessibility and comfort, featuring wheelchair ramps and fully modified interiors to create barrier-free movement throughout the residence.
At Dignitas/Orchard Lake House 3, the staff-to-resident ratio is intentionally kept high in order to ensure attentive, personalized care round the clock. Staff are present 24 hours a day, maintaining a steady presence within the home to provide both supervision and compassionate support tailored to each resident's needs. Oversight is provided by a Board of Directors and a team of consultants drawn from diverse academic and medical backgrounds, ensuring that the highest standards of care and operational quality are maintained throughout the facility.
The overarching goal of Dignitas/Orchard Lake House 3 is to help residents transition back into the mainstream community as seamlessly and quickly as possible. To accomplish this, the home offers a comprehensive program of supervised activities and real-world exposure, promoting independence and life skills necessary for successful community reintegration. Residents become involved in a range of community-based programs and activities, all closely supervised and facilitated by dedicated staff.
As an integral part of the Semi-Independent Living Program, Dignitas/Orchard Lake House 3 utilizes a structured approach to increasing resident autonomy while still providing the necessary supports. Staff work collaboratively with residents to develop individualized behavioral contracts and clear expectations before any transitions to more independent apartment settings take place. Goals are regularly reviewed in team meetings, allowing for ongoing adjustment and support tailored to each resident’s progress and aspirations. At this location, as with other Dignitas homes, up to 24-hour, one-on-one paraprofessional supervision is available based on the individualized recommendations of the treatment team and medical professionals. This flexible, person-centered approach ensures a balance between necessary supervision and the encouragement of greater independence, all within a cost-effective and supportive framework.