Smith House San Marcos Community Living Program is a small group home dedicated to providing a supportive and nurturing environment for individuals who may require additional assistance either now or in the future. The home is designed with residents’ comfort and well-being in mind, offering private bedrooms alongside shared living spaces that foster both independence and a sense of community. At Smith House, the focus is on encouraging each resident to live a fulfilling and meaningful life, shaped by their personal preferences, interests, and unique needs.
Personalized care is a hallmark of the Smith House approach. Residents benefit from daily staff support, which includes supervised medication administration and overnight staffing to ensure safety and continuity of care. Staff members provide assistance with activities of daily living, offering the right balance between support and independence. Residents receive help in ordering medication, in addition to support in coordinating healthcare and therapies as well as advocacy during doctor appointments, ensuring their voices are heard and their medical needs are met.
Life at Smith House embraces structure and engagement. Residents enjoy three nutritious meals a day, along with snacks, and receive help with shopping for clothing and personal items. The program’s dedicated team assists residents in developing routines and individualized schedules filled with meaningful activities tailored to each person’s interests and capabilities. Transportation is provided for a variety of needs including appointments, community events, employment opportunities, and recreational outings, making it easy for residents to stay connected with the wider community.
Financial independence and life skills are also key areas of support at Smith House, where residents are guided in budgeting, banking, and bill payment. Practical help is available for maintaining personal spaces, such as assistance with cleaning rooms and managing laundry. For those seeking greater engagement or purpose, the program provides support in finding suitable employment or volunteer opportunities. Regularly scheduled individual and group outings bring residents together for enriching experiences at community events and activities, further enhancing their social, emotional, and practical well-being.
At Smith House, every aspect of the program is designed to ensure that residents can enjoy a vibrant, inclusive community setting filled with opportunities for growth, connection, and personal achievement.