Program areas at Arc of Genesee-Orleans
Residential services - include, but are not limited to: adaptive skill development; assistance with activities of daily living; community inclusion and relationship building; training and support for independence in travel; adult educational supports; and development of social, leisure, self-advocacy, informed choice and appropriate behavioral skills. (114 people supported).
Day services - activities and environments are designed to foster the development of skills and appropriate behavior, greater independence, community inclusion, relationship building, self-advocacy and informed choice. Additionally, individuals accessing day habilitation often contribute to their communities through volunteer work. They can also include support and training related to the ability to obtain and retain employment. (133 people served).
Vocational services - the vocational services program assists developmentally disabled individuals in matching their interests, skills and talents with jobs and/or volunteer opportunities. Assistance is given to help people find employment in the community and then keep it. Staff offer a variety of short and long-term supports including assessment, hands-on job coaching and advocacy with employers as needed. Positions range from manufacturing to food service to retail and clerical. (121 people served).
Other programs include family support services, clinic and community services including service coordination, advocacy, recreational, rainbow preschool and respite opportunities. (169 people served).