Luna Azul A community designed for adults with disabilities 1
OUR BIG IDEA IN 160 WORDS: Parents of kids with special needs are worried about the future. Many parents of adults with intellectual, developmental and acquired disabilities are awake at night worrying about the quality, cost, availability and permanence of the living and care options that are and later may be available to their child. And they re right to worry. Where will she live after I m gone? Can I afford the care she ll need? Even if I do find her a home, what happens if the facility changes management or is sold? Will government funding dictate the quality of my daughter s life? Will caregivers ever know or care about my daughter? Will they really look out for her? Will she be a burden on her brother? Group homes, rural farms, urban rentals and institutions, by their nature, deprive or substantially restrict residents and families options and self-determination. Taking title ownership within a specially-designed community of homes is a better and, until now, unavailable answer. 2 Luna Azul
The Way It Is Across the country, group homes, rural farms, urban rentals and independent living arrangements typically share some of the same unfortunate characteristics for adults with special needs. Dependence on charitable gifts Dependence on government funding and bureaucracy Dependence on outside vendors for transportation to all social, recreational, occupational, therapeutic and health visits Non-accountable, irreplaceable caregivers Uncertain continuity of residence, management Bundling of residents of only similar acuity levels Isolation/distance from family and friends Exposure of a vulnerable population without onsite security Little or no choice selecting roommates Unpredictable costs Waiting lists 3 Luna Azul
The Way It Could Be Offer disabled adults the opportunity to live a full life, obtain the choice of services they need and reside in a thoughtfully-designed, safe and secure community that offers: Permanence Inclusion Respect Responsibility Self-determination Independence Occupational opportunities Social, cultural, shopping and recreational amenities The ability to make friends, choose roommates and involve family Access to public and private transportation 4 Luna Azul
Luna Azul: Overview Community Impeccably-built, intimate, cottage-style, urban community specifically designed for adults with intellectual, developmental and acquired disabilities. Residents Adults with disabilities. Neighborhood Character Outcome A community where residents can live permanently and safely, make lasting friendships; and conveniently access services, employment opportunities and urban amenities. Allows adults with disabilities to live life safely, securely and on their own terms. Owners Families who have adult children with disabilities. 5 Luna Azul
Luna Azul: The Pocket Community Concept Pocket Neighborhoods By clustering groups of neighboring houses around a shared garden courtyard, a pocket neighborhood provides the setting for neighbors to develop meaningful relationships beyond family and housemates. It is the physical basis for creating community with surrounding neighbors. In many housing developments, family life is focused inside the home and in the walled backyard. In a pocket neighborhood, there is a collective sense of ownership that extends beyond the front yard gates and into the shared commons. The active rooms of cottages, including front porches, face the commons instead of turning inward, and their diminutive scale has residents spilling out to the porch, where it s easy to engage in conversations with neighbors and passersby. These casual conversations can foster the development of caring relationships and a meaningful sense of community. Luna Azul Our pocket neighborhood will house up to 75 residents in thirty 2-and 3-bedroom fully functional and independent urban cottages. It will be built within the Phoenix metropolitan area and designed by an award winning architect and renowned developer of pocket communities in the Pacific Northwest and elsewhere. With clearly defined boundaries, 24/7 security and a traffic-free environment, Luna Azul s design will allow for spontaneity, encourage connections, and lay the foundation for caring relationships and neighborly assistance when a fellow resident needs a hand. 6 Luna Azul
Luna Azul: Physical Elements Thirty independently-owned cottages specifically designed for adults with developmental, intellectual and acquired disabilities. Site Size. Approximately five acres. Location. Phoenix metropolitan area. Cottages. Fifteen 1,200 square foot three-bedroom homes and fifteen 1,000 square foot twobedroom homescapable of housing a total of 75 residents. Features. Fully functional kitchens, bathrooms, separately controlled utilities, as well as many practical safety and design features for the unique needs of adults with disabilities. Off-Site Amenities. Luna Azul will be near to public transportation; employment; and social, recreational, and cultural opportunities. On-Site Amenities. Impeccably landscaped grounds and outdoor gathering spaces; a 10,000 square foot center house with offices, treatment rooms and exercise and recreational facilities; an outdoor pool; a community garden; and ample parking for residents, staff, guests and service providers. Security. The community will have a secured entrance, perimeter fence and 24-hour, on-site security. 7 Luna Azul
Luna Azul: Community Life Community services will be designed around three core principles: care and safety; health and fitness; and community inclusiveness. Activities will not be predetermined for residents, but instead will be designed and revised in ongoing collaboration with residents and their families and the HOA. For example: Care and Safety Fulltime director of programs and resources coordination. 24-hour onsite security. Classes, events and activities organized and supervised by qualified staff. Maintenance of common areas and landscaping. HOA-owned vehicles for transportation assistance. Community, Friends and Family Family-styled theme dinners (family members invited). Game nights and days. Movie nights. Friday night happy hours. Monthly dances (family and friends invited). Excursions (museums, concerts, sporting events). Creativity and Inspiration Community garden. Music, drama, gardening, computers. Craft Sundays. Health and Fitness Pool & exercise facilities. Yoga. Low impact aerobics. Water aerobics. Swim team. Mindfulness classes (for residents and family members) Healthy eating and cooking classes. 8 Luna Azul
Luna Azul: Community Life & Support Services The Community Families/Home Owners Qualified Service Providers Other State Funded and Volunteer Services Through the Home Owners Association, the community will organize and fund transportation and recreational, occupational, and social activities; provide 24-hour community security; maintain the common areas; and provide other services meeting common needs of community residents. Each family will be responsible for securing the support services required by their adult family member. Families will also be responsible for furnishing, maintaining and securing their homes. Support services principally will be provided to individual residents by qualified service providers, funded by the State of Arizona under its ALTCS program for developmentally disabled adults. Community support services and activities may be augmented by other state funded programs and volunteer organizations. 9 Luna Azul
Luna Azul: Comparing Options Factors/Living Arrangements Luna Azul Supported Living Group Home With Family Member Designed Specifically for IDD Permanence Independent Living Neighborhood Immersion Circle of Friends Among Peers Choice of Roommates Choice of Service Providers Amenities and Services On Site Near Employment/Urban Amenities??? Near Public Transportation??? 10 Luna Azul
Luna Azul: Site Plan 11 Luna Azul
Luna Azul: Examples of Other Innovative Projects Arc Village, Jacksonville, Florida. Arc Village is expected to break ground next year and will cost approximately $24 million to complete. The village will be Florida's first planned community of affordable, apartment-style rental homes for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, as well as the first located near a commercial corridor, with public transportation at the entrance and nearby employment opportunities. The project will be built on 32 acres and accommodate 100 residents. Rents are expected to range from $550 to $750 per month. Some of the onsite amenities will include: - Transportation - Job Placement Assistance - Recreation/Activities - Community Security Cameras -Swimming Pool -Security Patrol Evenings and Nights - Community Center - Fire Suppression System in Each Unit Sweetwater Spectrum, Sonoma, California. Completed in 2012 at a reported cost of $9 million, Sweetwater Spectrum is the first independent living community in the nation designed from the ground up specifically for the needs of adults with autism. The project contains four 3,250-square foot homes with 4 bedrooms each, accommodating a maximum of 16 residents. It also has a community center with a teaching kitchen, arts/music room, exercise studio, orchards, organic gardens, a greenhouse and outdoor pool. Monthly rent and community fee is $3,200 per bedroom and the project is fully occupied. According to Sweetwater s website: We have built for adults with autism an environment typically not available to them a place where they have a sense of community and belonging. Sweetwater Spectrum attempts to maximize residents individual development and independence so they can live with both purpose and dignity with access to a variety of opportunities. 12 Luna Azul
Opportunity: Changing Environment Over the past quarter century, there has been a strong movement away from large institutional settings toward smaller community-based options. 500,000 450,000 400,000 350,000 300,000 250,000 200,000 150,000 100,000 50,000 0 Persons With IDD By Size of Residential Setting 433,709 472,334 380,659 264,472 159,723 118,957 151,324 101,489 90,933 84,432 57,942 57,634 57,806 57,359 56,418 94 95 96 97 98 99 00 01 02 03 04 05 06 07 08 09 10 11 7 to 15 Persons 16+ Persons 6 or Fewer Persons Source:www.stateofthestates.org, University of Colorado. 13 Luna Azul
Opportunity: Strong Preference For Independent Living Families prefer that adult family members with intellectual and developmental disabilities live independently. Housing Preferences Of Families 4% 4% 1% 37% 54% Independent Living Stay at Home Large Congregate Nursing and Institution Large Group 7-15 Source: The 2010 FINDS National Survey was conducted by the University of Minnesota on behalf of The ARC of the United States. Approximately 5,000 families with IDD members participated in the survey. 14 Luna Azul
Opportunity: More Options Needed Most families would prefer an independent living arrangement for their disabled child, yet more than 70% of IDD adults live with a family caregiver. Percentage of IDD Adults by Living Arrangement 100% 80% 72% 78% 60% Supervised Residential Setting 40% Alone or With Roommate 20% 16% 13% 17% With Family Caregiver 5% 0% United States Arizona Source:www.stateofthestates.org, University of Colorado. 15 Luna Azul
Opportunity: Families Need Peace of Mind Parents want to know their adult child with intellectual or developmental disabilities will be properly cared for now and long after they are gone. 50% Percentage of IDD Caregivers by Age 40% 41% 39% 35% 35% 30% 20% 24% 26% Caregiver Age <41 Caregiver Age 41-59 Caregiver Age 60+ 10% 0% United States Arizona Source:www.stateofthestates.org, University of Colorado. 16 Luna Azul
Opportunity: Size of the Need Luna Azul will appeal to a broad pool of families. Families' State of Residence Population Disabled Population IDD Individuals IDD Adults 15-44 Mild or Moderate IDD Arizona 6,392,017 735,082 102,496 41,408 24,845 In HHs With Income Above $100K In HHs With Net Worth Above $250K ("Potential Market") Total Market 1,2 4,820 2,622 1,416 California 37,253,956 3,762,650 590,962 255,296 153,177 Texas 25,145,561 2,891,740 402,330 172,197 103,318 Illinois 12,830,632 1,334,386 203,104 84,085 50,451 Michigan 9,883,640 1,373,826 156,092 60,876 36,526 Washington 6,724,570 840,571 106,968 43,964 26,378 Colorado 5,029,196 518,007 80,071 33,630 20,178 Total Related States 96,867,555 10,721,179 1,539,527 650,047 390,028 44,268 20,974 11,326 22,213 11,731 6,335 12,310 6,191 3,343 6,611 3,596 1,942 6,621 3,295 1,779 5,065 2,521 1,361 97,088 48,307 26,086 Total Arizona & Related States 103,259,572 11,456,261 1,642,023 691,456 414,873 101,908 50,929 27,502 Remainder of United States 205,485,966 24,863,802 3,260,812 1,327,150 796,290 176,776 92,172 49,773 1. Table to be read from left to right, with each column of numbers representing a subset of the previous column. 2. 54% of families prefer independent living arrangements for their disabled family members. Sources: US Census Bureau, University of Colorado, National Core Indicators, University of Minnesota. 17 Luna Azul
Q & A Why For-Sale Housing? Dominant themes among adults with disabilities are their desires for permanency, independence and self-determination. To be able chose where, how and with whom they live, while receiving the services they need. We believe that home ownership in a community specifically designed for adults with disabilities offers families and their adults with disabilities the greatest and most reliable degree of choice and freedom. How Will the Project Be Financed? Strictly from a real estate investment perspective, Luna Azul could generate returns sufficient to support a capital structure composed entirely of traditional debt and equity financing. To reach the broadest possible audience and create a diverse community, however, we envision that Luna Azul will be financed with a combination of private capital and charitable gifts. How Will the Homes Be Priced? With the support of charitable gifts, we expect that homes will be offered both at market rate and at subsidized prices. How Will The Character of the Community Be Maintained? Luna Azul will be governed by covenants, conditions and restrictions (CC&Rs) crafted to protect the character of the community for the long-term. 18 Luna Azul
Luna Azul: Development Budget 1. Per square foot of the housing to be built of 33,000 square feet (excludes 10,000 square foot community house). 2. Includes site work, hardscapes, irrigation, in-ground pool, guard house, and perimeter fence. 19 Luna Azul
Contact Information Mark Roth Chief Executive Officer ECC Management, LLC 1800 Ninth Avenue, Suite 1410 Seattle, WA 98101 Phone: 206.343.6122 Cell: 206.310.9034 Fax: 206.407.2795 mdr@cottagemgmt.com 20 Luna Azul