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What do we mean by neuroinclusivity in housing? 

Housing is a platform for health, safety, employment, transportation, social connections, education, and other aspects of quality of life.

Neuroinclusivity in housing means people of different neurotypes (i.e., Autistic and Neurodivergent people) are supported in finding, accessing, maintaining, and thriving in homes that meets their wants and needs.

Neuroinclusive housing is spaces and systems that are flexible, responsive and support different ways of thinking, sensing, and moving through the world.

Elements of Neuroinclusivity in Housing

Consultation with Autistic people and research identified eight elements of neuroinclusivity in housing that can be used as a guide to planning for positive outcomes in housing for an Autistic person no matter where they are in their adult life.

These elements are:

  • Housing infrastructure and suitability
  • Financial and economic stability
  • Support systems, including natural and paid support
  • Technological support and other tools
  • Self-determination
  • Medical and Mental Health Support
  • Community care, positive relationships and social connection
  • Physical, emotional and social safety

The elements are about so much more than a structure. The elements can be used to create a home where you thrive.

This 1-page resource provides more context about the elements.  

The Housing Ecosystem

Building the skills to live as independently as possible and finding and keeping a home that works for you is usually a team effort. We think of the team that works in housing as a housing ecosystem. This interactive map shows and describes different roles in the ecosystem.

What is your role in the ecosystem? Do you have more than one role? Understanding who does what in the housing ecosystem may help you know who to connect with to help you with your home or living situation.

People bring different levels of understanding and experience to the topic of neuroinclusive housing. Shared language helps us work together. This 2-page resource provides some helpful terminology.

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