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# Ridgeview Place at Lake Chelan

A home for special needs adults in Chelan, WA

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## Posts

- [Ridgeview Blog](https://ridgeviewchelan.com/ridgeview-place-blog/) - Watch our dust, keep up with construction and the happenings with Ridgeview Place for Special Needs Adults at Lake Chelan.
- [Life is Good!!](https://ridgeviewchelan.com/life-is-good/) - It's summer in Chelan, and that means it is even busier and lots of fun! We went go karting last week, have the monthly Birthday Party for folks with Special Needs with Brave Warrior Project, bowl on Thursday nights and have lots of outside projects! It really is the happiest place on earth to live!!!
- [Chelan Adult Enrichment Program](https://ridgeviewchelan.com/chelan-adult-enrichment-program/) - The Brave Warrior Project is beginning their Adult Enrichment Program in Chelan starting October 17th. From BWP: "As of now, with our staff schedules, we will be offering Tuesdays & Thursdays 9am-12pm! We have hired one staff for the program and I will be helping out as well! In the future, with more staff and
- [Bringing Day Programs for Adults with Special Needs to the Lake Chelan Valley](https://ridgeviewchelan.com/bringing-day-programs-for-adults-with-special-needs-to-the-lake-chelan-valley/) - While the Lake Chelan Valley is beautiful, it has not been well served with services for families who have members with special needs. We are working with the Brave Warrior Project to change that. This fall, day programs and transition programs for adults with Special Needs are planned to be available in Chelan! Stay tuned...
- [What we've been up to during the Pandemic](https://ridgeviewchelan.com/what-weve-been-up-to-during-the-pandemic/) - The recent outbreaks are serving as reminders of lots of things, some good and some frustrating. I haven't been posting much though since we had pretty much slowed down working with families on getting involved in Ridgeview Place. But, that doesn't mean we haven't been busy. We have been working on the business at Ridgeview,
- [Sustainability, and who moves when changes occur?](https://ridgeviewchelan.com/sustainability-and-who-moves-when-changes-occur/) - Consumer driven housing arrangements can provide continuity in a changing world.
- [A few new photos of the vineyard at Ridgeview Place](https://ridgeviewchelan.com/a-few-new-photos-of-the-vineyard-at-ridgeview-place/) - New photos of the vineyard at Ridgeview Place at Lake Chelan
- [Building a Perpetual Motion Machine](https://ridgeviewchelan.com/building-a-perpetual-motion-machine/) - Retirement and estate planning when you are a family with a child with special needs is a little different. Our friend Frank described it really well. Frank said that it isn't just about figuring out how to not run out of money during your life. When you have one of these kiddos, you have to
- [Why Chelan for the Adult with Developmental Disabilities in your life?](https://ridgeviewchelan.com/why-chelan-for-the-adult-with-development-disabilities-in-your-life/) - Today my son reminded me why we moved to Chelan in the first place. Yes, the spectacular scenery, 50+ mile long lake, recreational opportunities and sunny climate are all a bonus, but they aren't the reason we moved to Lake Chelan. We lived in the Everett/Mukilteo area before we moved to Chelan over a dozen
- [It is called a "Shared Living Solution"](https://ridgeviewchelan.com/it-is-called-a-shared-living-solution/) - Back when we started working on Ridgeview Place, there wasn't a term that was in use in the industry serving adults with developmental disabilities to describe the type of living situation we were creating. Now, there is a term. "Shared Living" or "Shared Living Solutions" is the term used to describe how Ridgeview Place works.
- [The Opportunity that Ridgeview Place exists for](https://ridgeviewchelan.com/the-opportunity-that-ridgeview-place-exists-for/) - Check Ridgeview Place out. Where the Conners of this world are valued, respected and appreciated.
- [Here we are in October!](https://ridgeviewchelan.com/here-we-are-in-october/) - We are now operating the vocational part of the project in the shop building, have hired a house parent, irrigation for the vineyard is in place and here are the latest photos of the home:
- [And, More Progress...](https://ridgeviewchelan.com/and-more-progress/) - We have lawn! And, the working space is almost done: We should be able to start moving in there next week: Looking forward to the Open House on the 16th of September!
- [On to the next phase...](https://ridgeviewchelan.com/on-to-the-next-phase/) - With construction substantially complete, now is the time to get involved in Ridgeview Place if you have a family member who might be a good fit!
- [Wow, great photos as yesterday of Ridgeview at Lake Chelan](https://ridgeviewchelan.com/wow-great-photos-as-yesterday-of-ridgeview-at-lake-chelan/) - Thanks Jerry Isenhart for the great photos and videos of Ridgeview at Lake Chelan! https://photos.google.com/share/AF1QipPmpRRBY-vpQ6a-Jv35nHMQTQ6RsPhowI2SKhqsXXHn47bA4kO4TI2oWe_awM42Og?key=OUJiVGNRME1ZeXNDU0JNNTZ5aFV2c1Q5TjFRRVBB Here's a video: https://goo.gl/photos/Hjxew9wf7rv8Y2ym8 These show the shop going up on the outside, final grading happening, etc. On the inside, finish electrical and plumbing are happening and final cleanup is in 2 weeks with furniture going in after that.
- [Getting close!](https://ridgeviewchelan.com/getting-close/) - The home is entering the final stretch towards completion.
- [Unloading some stuff...](https://ridgeviewchelan.com/unloading-some-stuff/)
- [A couple of new details....](https://ridgeviewchelan.com/a-couple-of-new-details/) - Continued construction progress at Ridgeview Place in Lake Chelan!
- [1st of March Update on Ridgeview Place in Chelan!](https://ridgeviewchelan.com/1st-of-march-update-on-ridgeview-place-in-chelan/) - All aspects of this home for special needs adults are coming together! It will be ready for occupancy by early summer!
- [10-22 Construction Update](https://ridgeviewchelan.com/10-22-construction-update/) - Things continue to move along at Ridgeview. More sheeting on the roof is being done as the rafters are all in place now including over some of the outside areas.
- [Merry Christmas from Ridgeview Place in Chelan!](https://ridgeviewchelan.com/merry-christmas-from-ridgeview-place-in-chelan/) - Electrical and framing are basically complete. Next comes insulation and sheetrock. I expect next year we will have real holiday decorations in place this time of year!! Save
- [Windows, doors, plumbing and a roof this week!](https://ridgeviewchelan.com/windows-doors-plumbing-and-a-roof-this-week/) - Construction update on Ridgeview Place, a new home for special needs adults in Chelan Washington.
- [Lake Chelan's home for Special Needs Adults gets a roof!](https://ridgeviewchelan.com/lake-chelans-home-for-special-needs-adults-gets-a-roof/) - Construction and planning continues at Ridgeview Place in Chelan for special needs adults!!
- [2nd Story Walls Going Up!](https://ridgeviewchelan.com/2nd-story-walls-going-up/) - Construction continues at Ridgeview Place in Chelan, with 2nd story walls going up. Meanwhile, Lakeline LLC which will employ and be owned by the residents is growing
- [Construction Update 8-18-2016 for Ridgeview Place at Lake Chelan](https://ridgeviewchelan.com/construction-update-8-18-2016-for-ridgeview-place-at-lake-chelan/) - Construction Update 8-18-2016 for Ridgeview Place at Lake Chelan. Framing, floor joists and utilities pictured.
- [Framing the lower floor is moving right along...](https://ridgeviewchelan.com/framing-the-lower-floor-is-moving-right-along/) - Construction of the home for special needs adults in Chelan is moving right along!
- [Slab is poured, Lumber on Tuesday and Framing on Wednesday!](https://ridgeviewchelan.com/slab-is-poured-lumber-on-tuesday-and-framing-on-wednesday/) - The final concrete work is being finished and framing begins next week at Ridgeview Place at Lake Chelan.
- [The latest construction photos show the foundation work nearly done](https://ridgeviewchelan.com/the-latest-construction-photos-show-the-foundation-work-nearly-done/) - The foundation nears completion as the beginning of framing is near.
- [Ridgeview Place, a journey in housing for Special Needs adults at Lake Chelan](https://ridgeviewchelan.com/hello-world/) - Ridgeview Place is a home and a lifestyle for special needs adults coming to Lake Chelan very soon. People with special needs need a home of their own where they can live independent, productive, and fulfilling lives. The environment should be positive and fun while being secure and tending to the residents special needs. The lifestyle
- [A friend asked why my son just doesn't keep living with us....](https://ridgeviewchelan.com/a-friend-asked-why-my-son-just-doesnt-keep-living-with-us/) - We had some friends over for dinner and were chatting about our Ridgeview Place project. One of them asked my why our son doesn't just live with us. It is a good question. It is certainly something we could do. We have plenty of room for our son. So, I explained why our son could
- [Another big concrete pour today...](https://ridgeviewchelan.com/another-big-concrete-pour-today/) - Pouring walls and footings for a deck today.
- [Ridgeview Place gets started with firm footings](https://ridgeviewchelan.com/ridgeview-place-gets-started-with-firm-footings/) - oundations are an important part of any home, and we have footings in place for our Lake Chelan Special needs home.
- [Getting ready for footings](https://ridgeviewchelan.com/getting-ready-for-footings/) - Footings for our special needs home in Chelan, WA
- [Construction is Underway!](https://ridgeviewchelan.com/construction-is-underway/) - Construction has begun at the Ridgeview Place site in Chelan.
- [New web site on housing for adults with Autism, Intellectual or Developmental Disabilities](https://ridgeviewchelan.com/new-web-site-on-housing-for-adults-with-autism-intellectual-or-developmental-disabilities/) - The Autism Housing Network's goal is "Bringing together the best ideas in housing for adults with autism and other intellectual / developmental disabilities."
- [Update on Autism Speaks House to Home Contest](https://ridgeviewchelan.com/update-on-autism-speaks-house-to-home-contest/) - The Autism Speaks House to Home contest winners would be announced on April 26th rather than April 19th
- [Have building permit, time to build!!](https://ridgeviewchelan.com/have-building-permit-time-to-build/) - It took until the ides of April, but we have a building permit
- [Our Autism Speaks House to Home Entry](https://ridgeviewchelan.com/our-autism-speaks-house-to-home-entry/) - We entered the HeroX, Autism Speaks House to Home Prize
- [We have a complete permit application, and an address!](https://ridgeviewchelan.com/we-have-a-complete-permit-application-and-an-address/) - The City of Chelan has deemed our permit application complete, and assigned an address. It has taken a couple of months to get there, but hey, at least we're moving now. Hopefully that means we will have a permit in the next few weeks, and can plan our ground breaking to get this home built!
- [We're entering the "Autism Speaks House to Home Prize"](https://ridgeviewchelan.com/were-entering-the-autism-speaks-house-to-home-prize/) - They are offering $50,000 prizes in each of three categories for "belief busting breakthroughs in housing and residential support for people with autism." Read about the Autism Speaks House to Home Prize here. It looks like it takes writing up to about a 10 page entry. So, why not? Wish me luck!
- [Application for Building Permit submitted](https://ridgeviewchelan.com/application-for-building-permit-submitted/) - The application for the building permit was submitted a couple of days ago
- [Permit Plans are on the way!](https://ridgeviewchelan.com/permit-plans-are-on-the-way/) - Permit plans for next week's application are on the way to begin construction of Ridgeview Place, a home for those with special needs at Lake Chelan!
- [Lake Chelan Special Needs Parent Group on Facebook!](https://ridgeviewchelan.com/lake-chelan-special-needs-parent-group-on-facebook/) - Parents, caregivers and relatives of special needs folks in the Lake Chelan area can use this Facebook group to share experiences, support, encouragement, knowledge and be listened to.
- [Features of Ridgeview Place, Chelan](https://ridgeviewchelan.com/features-of-ridgeview-place-chelan/) - The home at Ridgeview Place in Chelan is something special. It is far beyond a "basic" home. It is a luxurious, warm and beautiful place to be for anybody, but particularly for adults with special needs.
- [Permit Application this month!](https://ridgeviewchelan.com/permit-application-this-month/) - The schedule has November 25th as the date to apply for construction Permits for Chelan Special needs home.

## Pages

- [Ridgeview Place:  Abundant Shared Living for Adults with Developmental Disabilities at Lake Chelan](https://ridgeviewchelan.com/) - Ridgeview Place is a home and a lifestyle for adults with developmental disabilities at Lake Chelan. It is a place for people with special needs that is a home of their very own where they can live more independent, productive, and fulfilling lives. It is fun being at Ridgeview, and being included in all the
- [Job Openings](https://ridgeviewchelan.com/job-openings/) - No openings at this time! Thank you.

## Categories

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- [Parent Support](https://ridgeviewchelan.com/category/parent-support/)
- [Chelan Special Needs Resources](https://ridgeviewchelan.com/category/chelan-special-needs-resources/)
- [Lifestyle](https://ridgeviewchelan.com/category/lifestyle/)
- [About Ridgeview Place](https://ridgeviewchelan.com/category/about-ridgeview-place/)
- [Chelan](https://ridgeviewchelan.com/category/chelan/)
- [Social Entrepreneurship](https://ridgeviewchelan.com/category/social-entrepreneurship/)
- [Shared Living](https://ridgeviewchelan.com/category/shared-living/)

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