Day Habilitation

Day habilitation (DHI), which includes community-based habilitation and facility-based habilitation, is a service specified in the Person-Centered Individualized Support Plan (PCISP) and supports learning and assistance in the areas of self-care, sensory/motor development, socialization, daily living skills, communication, community living, and social skills. Day habilitation activities are intended to build relationships and natural supports.

Settings are non-residential and separate from a participant’s private residence or other residential living arrangement. DHI is available through Indiana HCBS waivers, Family Supports Waiver (FSW), and Community Integration & Habilitation (CIH)

Inquire About DHI

DHI is not just a “day program.”

It is a skill-building service.

At F.L.O.W. Recreation, Day Habilitation focuses on meaningful participation in the community while helping individuals develop real-world skills such as communication, decision-making, personal responsibility, and social interaction.

What does DHI actually include?

DHI includes monitoring, training, education, demonstration, and support to help individuals develop and maintain skills in:

  • Participation in leisure activities and community events

  • Engagement in educational opportunities and learning experiences

  • Development of hobbies and personal interests

  • Involvement in unpaid work and volunteer activities

  • Maintaining meaningful relationships with family and friends

DHI also includes training in self-direction to support individuals in:

  • Developing self-advocacy skills

  • Understanding and exercising personal rights

  • Making informed choices about their services and supports

  • Increasing independence, community integration, and productivity

Who is Eligible?

Day Habilitation services are available to individuals who:

  • Are enrolled in the Indiana Medicaid waiver system

  • Have Family Supports Waiver (FSW) or Community Integration and Habilitation (CIH) funding

  • Have Day Habilitation included in their service authorization

Examples of DHI Activities

    • Cooking and meal preparation

    • Cleaning and household routines

    • Personal hygiene and self-care

    • Going to stores, parks, libraries, or gyms

    • Practicing public transportation

    • Attending community events

    • Group discussions and teamwork

    • Practicing conversations and social etiquette

    • Building friendships and peer interaction

    • Exercise programs

    • Nutrition education

    • Recreational activities

    • Following schedules

    • Completing tasks independently

    • Building work habits