Agency Run Group Home

Name: Wall Residences
Price range: $

Ty Cannaday and Elly Farish

Hillsville, Virginia

For more information on available services, please contact:
Heather Sowers (276) 229-8673

Single-story brick Wall Residences Agency-Run Group Home with a long front porch, white railing, and attached garage, set under a blue sky with light clouds.

About the Providers

Ty and Ellyssa are friends who have both built their lives and careers around caring for others. Ty, a Southwest Virginia native and former Radford University basketball player, began his career in ministry before moving into nonprofit work with the Carson Wentz Audience of One Foundation. There he supported children with serious medical challenges through outdoor experiences and summer camps. After his daughter with Down Syndrome was born, Ty shifted into group home settings where for over three years he combined training, experience, and genuine compassion to create an environment where residents truly thrive. His love for people especially those who have been overlooked and underserved by mainstream society fuels his passion to create a setting for his residents to thrive. Ty has obtained certifications, experience, and knowledge to ensure that he is able to provide an expert level of care for the individuals he cares for in his home. That coupled with the deep love he has for what he does and who he cares for creates an environment where individuals thrive both in the home and community.

Ellyssa, originally from Charlotte, earned her Doctorate in Occupational Therapy from Wingate University after completing her undergraduate degree in Kinesiology. Her clinical rotations in Southwest Virginia sparked a deep love for the people and communities there. Known for her empathy, communication, and dedication, she brings exceptional skill and wholehearted care to every resident she serves and always going above and beyond to help them live fulfilling, joyful lives. Elly has always been moved by her love for people, and this love brought her to a caretaking role before becoming Provider. Her deep love and care are evident in the way she communicates, cares for, and interacts with individuals. Her background has given her a strong foundation and knowledge base to stand upon, but it is her deep love and devotion to people that fuels her every day by giving residents a life they never thought was possible.

Outside of work, she enjoys family time, snowboarding, farm life, and staying curious and active. Ty loves the outdoors and going hunting, fishing, hiking, and climbing. He cherishes time spent outside with his wife and children. Both are driven, optimistic, and committed to investing in people, creating a home where individuals feel valued, supported, and capable of more than they ever imagined.

Bedroom with yellow walls, a bed with a pink comforter, light wood flooring, white dressers, a TV on a dresser, and a window with sheer curtains inside a Wall Residences Agency-Run Group Home.

Illustration of person reaching for a star

About the Home

The home has four resident bedrooms, a sitting room, and a shared living space where residents spend much of their time together. The home is fully wheelchair accessible with wide, open spaces that allow residents to move freely and comfortably. Co‑providers and DSP staff also have living quarters within the home, ensuring support is always close by. It’s warm, cozy atmosphere gives residents everything they need to feel safe, comfortable, and the ability to thrive. The home is designed to be both peaceful and practical. While conveniently close to highways, the hospital, and local amenities, it offers a quiet and scenic setting with a beautiful farm view from the back windows. The front porch is a perfect place to sit on warm days for enjoyment.

Features

Bedrooms: 4
Bathrooms: 2
Provider supports: Adults
Current vacancies: 1
Currently support:
3 Individuals
One Level Living: Yes
Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
Specialized skills:
Medical Professional, Behavioral Training, Mental Health Background

Additional Amenities

Handicap Accessible bathrooms
Front porch

Location

15 Minutes from Twin County Hospital
5 Minutes from 1-81
1 mile from Hwy 58
Several nearby restaurants

Additional Amenities

Handicap Accessible bathrooms
Front porch

The Providers lead with a deep love for people and create a positive, caring atmosphere that flows through staff and residents. They value clear communication, high-quality care, and meeting each person where they are so they can grow in every area of life. They believe small moments such as playing games on the porch, completing a puzzle in the living room, or taking a drive to get a milkshake are what make a meaningful life. Their commitment is to create those moments every day and to care for each resident with dedication and compassion for a lifetime.

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