2000 Edition
A joint publication of
Arc Minnesota
and the
Research and Training Center on Community Living
Institute on Community Integration (UAP)
University of Minnesota
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Table of Contents
Chapter 1: Why Should People Control Their Own Homes?
Chapter 2: Making the Right Housing Choices
Chapter 3: Ownership as a Means of Consumer Control
Chapter 4: Consumer Control Through Rental Arrangements
Chapter 5: Making Sure Needed Supports Are in Place
Chapter 6: Assessing Need & Getting Help for Home Modifications or Equipment
Chapter 7: Planning for Long-Term Security
Chapter 8: Toward a More Friendly Environment for Consumer Controlled Housing
Chapter 9: Available Help on Housing & Related Issues
Appendix A: Worksheets on Consumer Controlled Housing
Appendix B: Example Lease Agreements
Appendix C: Social Service Acronyms
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