Business Details
33 Years
experience
Trusted Community Assisted Living Services in Texas
Founded in 1993, CALAB has dedicated itself to enhancing the lives of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Our organization operates across Texas, providing residential and community-based services tailored to individual needs. With a team of experienced professionals, we focus on fostering independence through programs like ICF-IID, HCS, and TxHmL. Our commitment to quality care is rooted in a philosophy of compassion, personalized support, and lifelong learning.Over 30 years, weve expanded to serve 400+ individuals and employ 500+ staff, maintaining our mission to create joyful, fulfilling lives for those we serve. We prioritize family involvement, staff training, and community integration to ensure holistic growth and dignity for every individual.
Services
ICF-IID Services
Home and Community Based Waiver Services
Medical Care
Home Modifications
Day Habilitation Services
Details
- Year established: 1993
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of specialized experience in developmental disability care.
- Our services span 400+ individuals across Texas with personalized support plans.
- We provide statewide residential and community-based programs including ICF-IID and HCS waivers.
- Our team includes 500+ trained professionals dedicated to compassionate care.
- We emphasize family involvement and community integration for holistic growth.
Services
ICF-IID Services
CALAB's ICF-IID services provide 24/7 residential care for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities requiring continuous supervision. Our licensed facilities offer structured environments with personalized care plans, medical support, and life skills development. This program ensures residents receive comprehensive assistance to maximize independence while maintaining safety and dignity.
Home and Community Based Waiver Services
Our HCS waiver program supports individuals in group homes, host homes, or community settings. Services include personal care, skill-building activities, and community integration assistance. We focus on individual preferences to create customized living arrangements that promote autonomy while providing necessary support for daily living activities.
Day Habilitation Services
CALAB's day habilitation centers offer structured daytime activities focused on skill development, socialization, and vocational training. Participants engage in creative arts, life skills workshops, and community outings designed to enhance independence. These programs provide essential support for personal growth while giving families respite during daytime hours.
People
Carol A. Bell
Founder
Carol A. Bell founded CALAB in 1993 after pioneering Texas' first public ICF-IID group home in 1984. With over 40 years of experience in developmental disability care, she established the organization's philosophy of compassionate, individualized support that continues to guide our services today.
Kathy Lowe
Contact Representative
Kathy Lowe serves as CALAB's primary contact for admissions and general inquiries. With extensive experience in organizational coordination, she connects families with appropriate services and ensures smooth communication between clients, staff, and community partners.
Questions
What services does CALAB offer for individuals with developmental disabilities?
CALAB provides ICF-IID residential care, Home and Community-Based Waiver Services, medical support, home modifications, and day habilitation programs tailored to individual needs.
In which areas of Texas does CALAB operate?
We serve individuals across Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex, Lubbock, Arlington, and San Antonio through residential and community-based programs.
How can families get involved with CALAB's programs?
Families participate in care planning, community events, and regular communication with our staff to ensure personalized support for their loved ones.
What qualifications do CALAB's staff members have?
Our 500+ team members receive specialized training in developmental disabilities care, with leadership having over 20 years of experience in the field.
Reviews (2)
Marcil Spencer
Feb 20, 2021
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Critical:Professionalism
The supervisors are most definitely not professional they will cuss at you and all the people in the office do no care.
The supervisors are most definitely not professional they will cuss at you and all the people in the office do no care.
S. Virgins
Jun 12, 2020
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Critical:Professionalism
Waste of time very unprofessional applyed over three months ago. Never received training. Alot of lies and mixed messages.
Waste of time very unprofessional applyed over three months ago. Never received training. Alot of lies and mixed messages.
