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Residential Services

Promoting Autonomy, Empowering Lives

Independence builds confidence. Confidence builds opportunity. And opportunity builds a meaningful life.

At ABS, we are committed to supporting individual choice at every level. Through customized services and person-centered planning, we help each individual gain the tools, skills, and experiences that promote self-sufficiency and personal growth.

We don’t simply provide services—we partner with individuals on their journey. Every day brings new chances to learn, laugh, grow, and thrive together.

Staff helping a resident in a wheelchair into a van
Resident washing dishes at the sink
Resident and staff member working with suction cup toys

Residential Services, Real Living

Residential Services are highly individualized and provide a variety of living environments within the Yankton community. We assist people in expanding skills and opportunities to fully participate and meet personal goals and dreams.

Housing Assistance

Support in a suitable living environment (e.g., group homes, supported apartments, or shared housing).

Daily Living Support

Help with activities such as cooking, cleaning, laundry, personal care, and budgeting.

Health and Safety Support

Medication reminders, coordination with healthcare providers, and monitoring to ensure a safe living environment.

Skill Development

Building independent living skills, social skills, and community participation.

Emotional and Social Support

Encouragement, companionship, and assistance with relationships and community connections.

24/7 or As-Needed Staffing:

Support around the clock or on a scheduled/on-call basis.

Resident member and Staff going over an informational sheet

Residential and Supportive Living Options

Group Home Living

  • 24 Hour Supervision
  • Opportunities for community involvement
  • Supportive home environment with encouragement towards independence

Supervised Apartment Living

  • Staff available 24 hours a day
  • Private apartments with one and two bedroom options
  • Close to business district with increased emphasis on independence

Monitored Apartment Living

  •  Staff available as needed
  • Community integrated
  • Independent in most aspects of community living

Family Support

  •  Skill training provided with support services as needed

Around-the-Clock Health & Wellness Support

At ABS, wellness extends far beyond the classroom. Our dedicated Med Services Team ensures individuals have seamless support any time of day—because well-being does not follow a schedule.

24/7 Health Support Includes:

  • Immediate access to health-related guidance and answers
  • Transportation to all medical appointments, whether:
    •  Scheduled
    • Urgent or emergency-based
    • Mental-health related, including counseling and therapy visits

Support for Additional Wellness Efforts

We help coordinate and transport individuals to wellbeing-focused services such as:

  • Massage therapy
  • Chiropractic care
  • Other personalized health and wellness appointments

Our team doesn’t simply respond to needs—we anticipate them. We advocate for each person’s physical, mental, and emotional well-being with care and intention.

Staff medical personnel using a stethoscope to listen to residents heart

Take a Closer Look at What Our Residents Say About Us

“ I like living at ABS a lot! I receive help with paying bills, going to the bank, and grocery shopping. Everyone I live and work with is friendly.”

-Adam Neilson

“ I like the house and my roommates a lot. I like going out to eat with my friends. I decorated my bedroom myself and like it a lot.”

-Kristi Dossett

“ ABS is a very nice place to live with nice people. I get help with cooking and being independent so I can do things for myself.”

-April Bodden