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Causes: Centers to Support the Independence of Specific Populations, Developmentally Disabled Centers, Disabilities, Employment Preparation & Procurement, Human Services, Job Training, Vocational Rehabilitation
Mission: To operate a training center to provide vocational, social and educational services to developmentally disabled persons.
Programs: Site-based programs - focus activities to improve social integration skills and self-esteem along with creative expression through the arts for adults with severely challenging disabilities.
community-based programs - provides a "job coach" for every three adults. The responsibility of a job coach is to assist with the job, ensure safety at all times, provide transportation to the job site, and assist with choice-making and interaction with other employees.
supported employment - provides the opportunity for individuals with disabilities to obtain and maintain competitive employment in an integrated environment with the continuing support of a vocational specialist.