Residential Program
Clausen House's Residential Program provides coeducational housing for adults with developmental disabilities in our three group residences, which are spacious older homes in the Adams Point neighborhood near Lake Merritt in Oakland. Two of our buildings are historic landmarks. (Read more on our History page.)
Clausen House has provided residential services since 1967. Our homes serve a total of 37 men and women, all of whom either work, volunteer in the community, or attend a day program or community college.
We emphasize independent living skills, responsible decision-making, and developing the ability to get along well with others. Functional skill training is provided in cooking, household chores, money management, effective use of leisure time, community safety, and other activities of daily living.
Applicants who are considered for our Residential Program typically have mild to moderate mental retardation and may have an additional diagnosis. They must be ambulatory, capable of performing basic self-care tasks, able to interact appropriately with others, and exhibit no aggressive behavior.
For additional information, please contact Jaynette Underhill, Director of Program Services at (510) 208-4687.
