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Programs

Find the support that fits your next step

Explore support for yourself or a family member across wellness, independence, skill development, and employment.

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Support for different goals

Each program supports one or more areas of life. These areas can help you understand the focus, but you do not need to choose a category before reaching out.

Mental health & wellness

Support emotional well-being, recovery, daily routines, and greater stability.

Independence & community

Build everyday skills, confidence, relationships, and community participation.

Employment & training

Prepare for work, build practical skills, and receive support on the job.

Programs

Explore our programs

Whether you are looking for yourself or helping a family member, use these short summaries to find a promising starting point. Each program page explains services, eligibility, participation, and next steps in more detail.

Independence & community

Day Habilitation

Individualized opportunities for personal growth, daily living skills, and community participation. Other services include behavioral supports and allied therapies (occupational therapy and speech therapy).

Who it may help

Adults with autism and other developmental disabilities who need structured daily support to build life skills, increase independence and join in community activities.

Employment & training

Supported Employment

Employment preparation and ongoing support for success in the workplace.

Who it may help

Individuals, 21 and older, with varying abilities who are ready to pursue competitive integrated employment and enrolled with DDD or DVRS.

Employment & training

Project SEARCH

A workplace immersion program designed to prepare interns for competitive integrated employment.

Who it may help

Adults ages 18–30 who meet the program’s eligibility requirements.

Employment & training

CHOP

Culinary and hospitality training for adults interested in employment in the hospitality industry.

Who it may help

Adults with varying abilities interested in hospitality employment.

Employment & training

Extended Employment

Paid work opportunities and skill development in a supportive, structured setting.

Who it may help

Individuals with disabilities who have had difficulty securing or maintaining competitive employment.

A clearer next step

How getting started works

  1. 1

    Tell us what you need

    Share what you or your family member need and what you hope a program can help with.

  2. 2

    Talk with a program specialist

    We’ll listen, answer questions, and help identify the program or service that may fit.

  3. 3

    Get the right referral or application steps

    We’ll guide you through the confirmed eligibility, referral, and document requirements.

Confirm eligibility, schedule, and location. Details can vary by program. Talk with a program specialist for the most current information.

Ask about eligibility and referrals