We are a leader in providing Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) in Iowa. Our reach extends across Polk, Dallas, Johnson and Linn counties, where we strive to create environments that foster independence, dignity, and quality of life for all individuals we serve.
Our mission, “Empowering individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, and brain injury to achieve their full potential and thrive in inclusive communities through person-centered care and support,” is at the heart of everything we do. We are dedicated to supporting individuals in leading fulfilling, self-directed lives within their communities.
Our Locations
We proudly serve the communities in Polk, Dallas, Johnson, and Linn counties. Each location is carefully chosen to ensure it offers a supportive and inclusive environment for all individuals.
Polk County
Embracing the vibrant community of Des Moines Metropolitan Area and its surroundings.
Dallas County
Including dynamic cities and suburbs that offer a wealth of resources.
Johnson County
Encompassing the lively city of Iowa City and its diverse community resources.
Linn County
Home to Cedar Rapids and its rich array of amenities and services.
Our Commitment to HCBS Settings
At Nuru Diversity LC, our service settings adhere to HCBS service setting requirements, ensuring a supportive and inclusive environment for all individuals served. Our comprehensive approach includes the following key elements:
Community Integration
Our settings are integrated into the greater community, providing full access to resources and amenities such as shopping, recreation, restaurants, religious services, exercise, healthcare, personal grooming services, and opportunities for competitive and integrated employment.
Diverse Locations
We carefully select locations to avoid overconcentration or isolation of individuals served, ensuring a balanced and inclusive community presence.
Accessibility to Resources
Our settings facilitate individuals’ ability to access community resources without total dependence on Nuru Diversity. Adaptations are made as needed to ensure access.
Transportation Options
Public transportation is available at our settings, or alternative means of transportation are provided where public options are limited.
Physical Accessibility
Our settings are designed to be physically accessible, with adaptations made to overcome any obstructions such as steps or narrow hallways.
Unrestricted Access
Individuals served have unrestricted access to the full setting, fostering independence and freedom.
Privacy
We prioritize the privacy of individuals served, ensuring they have private spaces within our settings.
Compliance with HCBS Requirements
Our settings fully align with HCBS settings requirements, promoting autonomy and independence.
Optimized Choice and Independence
Individuals served have the right to initiative, autonomy, and independence in making major life choices, with their preferences optimized and not regimented.
Choice of Living Settings
Individuals have the option to choose their living or service settings from available options, including non-disability specific settings.
Visitor Access
Individuals served may have visitors of their choosing at any time, respecting their personal preferences.
Control of Personal Resources
Individuals served control their personal resources, fostering financial independence.
Control of Schedules and Activities
Individuals have the freedom to control their own schedules and activities, supporting their autonomy.
Freedom to Come and Go
Individuals may come and go from the setting as desired, promoting independence.
Competitive Employment Opportunities
Individuals have opportunities to pursue competitive, community employment as desired.
Community Access
Individuals have access to the community to the same degree as their non-disabled peers.
Access to Food
Individuals have access to food at any time and can choose when, what, where, and with whom to eat.
Protection of Rights
Individuals’ rights to privacy, dignity, and respect are protected at all times.
Freedom from Coercion and Restraint
Individuals are free from coercion and restraint, ensuring a safe and respectful environment.
Legally Enforceable Agreements
Our settings are either owned or rented by Nuru Diversity and are occupied under legally enforceable agreements, providing individuals served with protections from eviction.
Awareness of Rights
Individuals are made aware of their relocation and housing rights, ensuring they are informed and empowered.
Secure Living Spaces
Entrance doors to houses and bedrooms may be closed and locked by individuals served, with only appropriate staff having access.
Personalization of Spaces
Individuals have the freedom to furnish and decorate their living units, expressing their personal preferences within their lease or agreement.
Join Us
At Nuru Diversity LC, we are committed to creating HCBS service settings that foster independence, dignity, and quality of life for all individuals served. Our comprehensive approach considers organization-wide standards, HCBS setting characteristics, and unique physical locations to ensure each setting is conducive to the well-being and fulfillment of those we support.
Explore our website to learn more about our services and how we can support you or your loved one. Welcome to Nuru Diversity LC, where diversity is celebrated, and every individual is empowered to thrive.
