We believe everyone can benefit from an active community life and contribute in their own unique way.

Are you an individual with a disability who has reached retirement age or has already tried working in employment services? Our Community Inclusion program is designed to help you integrate into community activities that reflect your interests and preferences, while focusing on:

  • Relationships – We will support you to develop or strengthen relationships with others. We look for natural opportunities and environments where relationships can flourish
  • Skill Building – We will empower and support you to learn all you can during all phases of our services
  • Independence – We will tailor our support to your needs, fostering your growth while ensuring you are safe

We help you discover naturally supportive activities and environments which offer opportunities for ongoing growth.

Appropriate for:

  • Individuals with a disability who have reached retirement age
  • Individuals with a disability who have already tried working in employment services
  • Individuals with a documented disability and a desire to achieve community-based goals

Individualized 1:1 Support

Education & Advocacy

Creative Opportunities & Lasting Results

Program description

  • Program options individualized to meet your needs

  • The Discovery Process – A variety of experiences to learn about you, your needs, preferences, and choices, to determine a clear Community Inclusion goal
  • Service Delivery Planning – Specialized staff work with your support network to facilitate effective planning of your goal and develop action steps to achieve your goal
  • Volunteer Opportunities – If you prefer to do volunteer work in your community, we’ll help you locate the right position and support your success in the setting

  • Classes and Activities – Support to participate in community classes and activities such as art, beading, beach walks, bingo, or exercise groups

Testimonials

“(Had) a bad experience previously with SA, but now that I have seen the community employment services program and what they do to support D, I think they are a great program.  I wish there were more D’s.”
Karen, Employee at Community Inclusion Volunteer Site

“Doing this makes me very happy.  This being a volunteer at a food bank.”

Jack R., Community Inclusion Client
“Love my community inclusion volunteer site and like to hang out with ES.”
Diana E., Community Inclusion Client

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Develop your skills, independence, and relationships within your community.