Job Path’s Community Supports Program An alternative to group-oriented day habilitation Supports 40 people of diverse economic and cultural backgrounds; people who want something different! Supports people in paid employment, volunteer work and other community activities: A Life of Distinction Each person has his/her own weekly schedule and supports; no two are alike Everyone is supported by a Direct Support Professional whom they’ve interviewed and selected Sometimes people are involved only in non-paid activities for awhile, while looking for work or if the person loses a job Funded through the same mechanisms as traditional day hab

Meet Lenin An athlete Great with computers A wonderful friend Generous with his gifts A valued employee

Rachel and Lenin

Customized Employment Pinpoints skills that even people with the most severe disabilities can bring to the workforce Provides techniques for carving out, creating or restructuring jobs in a way that works for both the job seeker and the employer Does not focus on existing job openings

The Life Path Center

Life Path Yoga

The Good, the Bad--and the Difficult Scheduling is a nightmare! Finding the right staff—and supporting them; a good match is key, and that can take awhile Back up Identifying the places; encouraging the connections Personal care can be challenging when you’re out and about It’s important to do what’s best for the person first; then figure out a way to make the funding/regulations work