What is lifelong living, and how does it relate to quality of life?

Abstract

Life long living addresses the challenges that persons who have experienced a traumatic brain injury face following formal rehabilitation. Each program is unique according to personal abilities and resources, with consumer control essential for program success. Residential placement is not synonymous with lifelong living, and many supports can be developed from existing community services, with specialized programs used as necessary. Because of the length of most programs, funding is often a formidable challenge, and creative approaches are required to moderate costs. The ultimate success of lifelong living programming is measured by the lack of institutionalization that it experiences over time and how it helps individuals improve the control and quality of their lives.