About Harper & Associates Residential Living
"We're Elevating the Supportive Residential Living Experience"
Harper & Associates Residential Living is a trusted provider of residential & community based services, devoted to supporting youth and adults with mental health challenges and intellectual and developmental disabilities. With multiple locations across North Carolina, we deliver compassionate, personalized care that empowers our residents to reach their fullest potential.
Our leadership team brings extensive expertise, education, and experience to the person-centered care industry, supported by a dedicated staff with over 50 years of collective experience in delivering exceptional support. We offer a range of thoughtfully designed residential & community based services to promote independence, foster community connections,
and address the unique needs of each individual we serve.
At Harper & Associates, we are committed to excellence in care. We provide a safe, nurturing, and therapeutic environment where residents receive the comprehensive support they deserve, as well as are provided a safe space to live & grow.
Join us in our mission to enhance the quality of life for those we serve—one individual at a time.
Meet Our Leadership
Meet Pamela Harper-Lindsay, CEO of Harper & Associates
Pamela Harper-Lindsay is the visionary CEO of Harper & Associates, bringing over two decades of leadership and expertise in behavioral health and human services. Passionate about empowering individuals with mental health diagnoses and developmental disabilities, Pamela has dedicated her career to creating compassionate, person-centered care solutions. Under her leadership, Harper & Associates has grown into a trusted provider, offering innovative programs that foster independence, promote well-being, and build supportive communities.
Meet Tierra N. Harper, COO of Harper & Associates
With over ten years of experience within the Federal Government, Tierra offers an expertise in human capital and operations. As Deputy Human Resource Manager she led thousands of Office of Refugee and Resettlement and U.S. Customs and Border Protection employees who were deployed to support efforts for immigrant youth. She continues those efforts as Chief Operating Officer, guaranteeing staff consistently uphold the HARL mission. Her commitment to organizational success and passion for leading and serving others, pledges that Harper & Associates delivers exceptional care. With a focus on excellence and efficiency aligned with strategic goals and compliance standards, she makes certain all our staff offer a person centered experience.
WHAT MAKES HARL EXCEPTIONAL
LICENSED RESIDENTIAL SERVICES
- Harper & Associates Residential Living (HARL) provides high-quality, person-centered care in Level III Group Homes for youth with mental health, emotional, and behavioral challenges. Our homes are designed to meet the complex needs of youth through structured therapeutic support, fully furnished private bedrooms, 24-hour awake supervision, nutritious meals, and coordinated medical and behavioral health services. Each setting promotes safety, emotional stability, and resilience in a supportive, developmentally appropriate environment that empowers youth toward long-term success and well-being.
COMMUNITY BASED SERVICES
- As a provider of 1915(i) Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS), Harper & Associates delivers Medicaid-funded supports such as Community Living & Supports (CLS), Peer Support, Respite, Supported Employment, and Community Transition services, to persons in their Home, School, & Community. We meet them where they are literally and emotionally. These services are available to qualifying individuals across both residential and community settings to address functional needs, build recovery skills, and promote independent living.
(In Partnership With H&A Therapeutic Services)
UNLICENSED RESIDENTIAL SERVICES
- H&A Therapeutic Services, in partnership with Harper & Associates Residential Living, offers Independent Shared Living (ISL) Housing. This shared living model offers Private Fully Furnished Bedrooms for Rent to Young Adults (18-21) and Adults with managed MH or IDD needs who are able to live Independently in a Shared Living environment amongst their peers, with minimal to no Supervision. ISL Homes offers individuals a safe place to call home who are transitioning to greater independence after aging out or discharging from Foster Care, Group Homes or a Supervised Residential Facility. All Utilities are included, along with many modern amenities, such as a furnished personal TV in each resident's room w/Streaming Channels, Wifi, full access to common shared areas such as Livingroom, Dining Room, Bathrooms, Kitchen, on-site Laundry, Landline Phone & on-site Resource Room. In addition, Residents are provided resources and information on local Community Based Services Providers that they can connect with to receive support services and personalized assistance through the provider of their choice. These services can include support with life skills, medication training, budgeting, educational & vocational planning, and self-care, all guided by the individualized needs of the person served. An additional perk for our ISL residents includes access to personal add-on services like Meal Prep, Laundry, & Housekeeping, all done-for-you for an additional monthly fee. Key benefits include establishing connections amongst peers in a community-integrated setting, enjoying social outings & activities, all designed to foster autonomy, greater independence and long-term success.
With a strong commitment to empowerment, evidence-based care, and person-centered support, HARL & HATS are both trusted partners in helping individuals with MH and IDD needs achieve meaningful, stable lives in their communities.
LEVEL III GROUP HOME FOR GIRLS
HARL’s Level III Group Home for Girls, provides a supportive, structured residential program designed for young females who need enhanced supervision and compassionate care. Our home provides a safe, nurturing environment where experienced staff deliver individualized, trauma-informed treatment and daily living guidance. With a therapeutic framework that includes ongoing clinical assessment, education support, life skills development, and family engagement, we empower each resident to build resilience and work toward their personal goals. Through 24/7 staffing and close collaboration with community resources, HARL helps girls regain stability, enhance emotional wellness, and successfully transition toward independent living.
PERSON-CENTERED CARE
At Harper & Associates Residential Living, we are committed to providing individualized, person-centered services that prioritize the unique needs, preferences, and goals of each individual. We know that "1 size doesn't fit all", which is why our approach involves collaborative care planning, where residents are active participants in designing their support plans, ensuring that services are tailored to enhance their independence, dignity, and quality of life. By focusing on the strengths and aspirations of each person, we create a nurturing environment that empowers residents to achieve their personal
best and lead fulfilling lives.
COMMUNITY LIVING AND SUPPORTS(CLS)
Community Living and Supports (CLS) is a Home and Community-Based Service (HCBS) that provides one-on-one support to individuals with developmental disabilities, mental health conditions, or physical challenges. CLS focuses on helping individuals acquire, maintain, and enhance skills necessary for daily living, such as cooking, hygiene, money management, social interaction, and community integration. Services are delivered in the individual’s home or community to promote independence, safety, and quality of life.
PRIVATE FURNISHED BEDROOM
At HARL Homes, our commitment to offering private bedrooms stands out by ensuring each resident enjoys a personalized, tranquil space that promotes their well-being. In each of our Residential Homes, each bedroom is uniquely beautifully decorated, including personal items of each resident, if provided. Fully furnished with all the comforts & amenities one would desire, as well as adequate storage for clothing & other personal items, including a
Television with streaming channels for their enjoyment.
LIFE SKILLS ASSISTANCE
Life Skills Assistance includes hands-on support and coaching in essential daily tasks to promote independent living. This may include medication training, such as teaching individuals how to safely manage prescriptions, understand dosages, use pill organizers, and recognize side effects. Other areas include hygiene, meal preparation, time management, budgeting, and navigating transportation—empowering individuals to function more independently in their home and community.
SUPPORTED EMPLOYMENT
Harper & Associates Residential Living offers Supported Employment Services which helps individuals with mental health needs or developmental disabilities prepare for, secure, and maintain meaningful jobs in the community. Through personalized planning, job coaching, and ongoing support, we empower each person to build confidence, develop skills, and achieve independence in the workplace.
EDUCATIONAL & VOCATIONAL SUPPORT
At Harper & Associates Residential Living, residents benefit from tailored educational and vocational support designed to promote personal growth and independence. Services include assistance with academic goals, skill-building for employment, financial literacy, and career readiness. Our team works closely with each resident to develop personalized plans that align with their aspirations, empowering them to achieve success in both education and the workforce.
PEER SUPPORT
Peer Support Services are person-centered, recovery-focused services provided by individuals with lived experience of mental health or substance use challenges. Trained Peer Support Specialists use their personal recovery journey to offer encouragement, mentorship, and hope to others facing similar challenges. Services focus on building self-advocacy skills, increasing engagement in treatment, reducing isolation, and supporting individuals in developing their recovery goals and navigating community resources. Peer support promotes empowerment, resilience, and connection in a non-clinical, strengths-based relationship.
HARPER & ASSOCIATES INDEPENDENT SHARED LIVING
YOUNG ADULTS 18-21 & ADULTS
MH & IDD INDEPENDENT SHARED LIVING HOMES
Harper & Associates is pleased to partner with H&A Therapeutic Services , to offer Independent Shared Living housing that caters to young adults & adults with managed mental health (MH) and/or intellectual/developmental disabilities (I/DD), who are transitioning from supervised residential settings. Each home provides residents a fully furnished, private bedroom, in a shared home with like-minded peers, complete with lots of modern amenities, ensuring residents have access to a stable and nurturing home environment. In addition to providing a community of like minded peers, residents have access to resources for a range of individualized support services and activities, from a community based service providers that they choose. Services they can receive include assistance with medication management, social skills training, life skills development, recreational activities, vocational support, and community integration activities including regular social outings. All aimed at enhancing residents' overall quality of life, self-sufficiency and independence.