Community Residences Inc.

“The organization made changes to the bylaws since the prior form 990 was filed.”

“The bylaws indicate that the members are either members of the community residences, inc (cri) board or appointed by the cri board.”

“Based on the bylaws regarding members and appointment to the board there is an approval process by the members regarding decisions of the governing board.”

“The Form 990 is prepared by the agency's auditors after management's input and critical review. It is then distributed and reviewed with the Finance Committee of the CRI Board for its approval prior to filing. In addition, the Finance Committee then reports to the CRI Board, at its next scheduled meeting, on its review process and any significant issues discussed with the auditors. Copies of the Form 990 are provided to the CRI Board members at that time.”

“THE ORGANIZATION REVIEWS ITS POLICIES WITH ALL THE NEW BOARD MEMBERS AND EMPLOYEES DURING AN ORIENTATION. IN ADDITION, ALL EXPENDITURES REQUIRE TWO EMPLOYEES' SIGNATURES FOR DISBURSEMENTS. THE organization ALSO HAS A WHISTLEBLOWER POLICY AND A DIRECTOR ACCOUNTABLE FOR INDEPENDENT INVESTIGATIONS OF ANY ALLEGED MISCONDUCT.”

“The compensation of officers is determined by the CEO as part of the annual budget and evaluation process.”

“ALL GOVERNING DOCUMENTS, CONFLICT OF INTEREST POLICY AND/OR FINANCIAL STATEMENTS ARE PROVIDED AS REQUIRED BY Law. IN ADDITION, THE AGENCY PROVIDES AN ANNUAL REPORT TO THE COMMUNITY THAT DOCUMENTS ITS ACCOMPLISHMENTS AND FINANCIAL STATUS. THE AGENCY ALSO SUBMITS REPORTS TO VARIOUS STATE LICENSING AGENCIES AS PART OF ITS MISSION.”

“COMMUNITY RESIDENCES OFFERS A WIDE VARIETY OF SERVICES AND ACTIVITIES TO INDIVIDUALS WITH INTELLECTUAL DISABILITIES. These individuals are supported in their homes. EVERY HOME IS LOCATED WITHIN REASONABLE ACCESS TO SHOPPING, RECREATIONAL, SOCIAL, CULTURAL AND RELIGIOUS ACTIVITIES; HEALTH CARE FACILITIES, TRANSPORTATION AND VOCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES ARE ALSO AVAILABLE. ALL SERVICES ARE FLEXIBLE AND RESPONSIVE TO THE PERSON SUPPORTED AND THESE INDIVIDUALS ARE FULLY INTEGRATED INTO COMMUNITY LIFE. EACH PERSON'S SERVICE PLAN IS DIFFERENT. AVAILABLE SERVICES AND ACTIVITIES MAY INCLUDE LIFE SKILLS, EDUCATION AND COACHING, SUPPORT WITH DAILY LIVING SKILLS, MEDICAL/CLINICAL COORDINATION AND OVERSIGHT. PSYCHO EDUCATIONAL COUNSELING, POSITIVE BEHAVIORAL AND CRISIS SUPPORT, RECREATION AND LESIURE ACTIvITIES, TRANSPORTATION AND RESOURCE AND BENEFITS COORDINATON ARE SERVICES THAT ARE ALSO AVAILABLE. Community Residences provides services for individuals with mental health diagnoses in their homes. All homes are located in neighborhoods that are close to shopping, public transportation and social, recreational and cultural activities.”

“Health Care Professionals: Program service expenses 449,332. Management and general expenses 0. Fundraising expenses 0. Total expenses 449,332. Employee Background Checks: Program service expenses 22,519. Management and general expenses 5,425. Fundraising expenses 972. Total expenses 28,916. Other Consulting Services: Program service expenses 280,880. Management and general expenses 15,323. Fundraising expenses 97,174. Total expenses 393,377. hab/voc training: Program service expenses 2,356,777. Management and general expenses 0. Fundraising expenses 0. Total expenses 2,356,777.”

“The organization has a committee that assumes the responsibility for the oversight of the audit of its financial statements and selection of an independent auditor. There were no changes in the processes from the prior year.”