Cornerstone Apartments is a complex of three apartment buildings offering 12 Intellectually/Developmentally Disabled individuals supervised housing and supported services in Yazoo County.  This safe and affordable housing for the Intellectually Disabled fosters an individual's ability to be as self-sufficient and independent as possible while participating in the community. Results of a consumer's residency in Cornerstone Apartments will include improved self-esteem and confidence through independence and success.

Admission Requirements:

 The individual must be twenty-one years of age with an intellectual or developmental disability. The individual or his/her legal guardian must submit an application for admission to Cornerstone Apartment. Individuals submit applications and meet initial admission requirements will be interviewed and placed on a waiting list until eligibility can be determined. Applicants must have a psychological evaluation including an assessment of intellectual and adaptive functioning accompanied by a Certificate of Developmental Disabilities. The applicant must also be SSI and Medicaid eligible. To meet HUD eligibility, the applicant must submit an application for subsidized housing and income verification. The program will also require that a physical exam be complete before admission. Upon admission, a needs assessment will be completed to determine the individual's present strengths and needs for utilization in the development of an individualized service plan.

To find out more about Cornerstone Apartments, please call 662-716-9803.