Pre-Vocational Training
The VHP is a work activity center, which incorporates a realistic work atmosphere. In this supported environment, that allows individuals are paid piece rates and/or hourly rates based on wages commensurate with wages in similar workplaces. Facility-based trainings also promote career exploration, and the acquisition of soft skills required for successful community integrated employment.
Key Program Features
- Realistic Work Environment
- Compensation Based on Industry Standards
- Career Exploration Opportunities
- Development of Soft Skills
- Integrated Employment Preparation
Community Participation Supports
Community Participation Supports are designed to empower individuals by providing them with opportunities to gain independence across various aspects of life within their community. These activities focus on choice, interests, enhancing integration, fostering independence, and developing social capital.
Key Program Features
- Integration into the Community
- Social Capital Development
- Skill Building through Structured Activities
- Empowerment through Choice
In-Home & Community Services
In-Home & Community Services are designed to assist individuals in acquiring and sustaining essential skills that promote enhanced independence within their homes and meaningful integration into their communities. These services are tailored to align with the individual’s desired outcomes, focusing on choice, personal goals, preferences, and needs.
Key Program Features
- Focus on Independence
- Community Integration
- Empowerment through Choice
- Supportive Environment
- Goal-Oriented Approach
- Holistic Support
Companion Services
Companion Services are designed to support individuals in participating more meaningfully in both home and community life. These services are provided in settings chosen by the individual, promoting health and safety, assisting with daily tasks, and facilitating engagement in community activities.
Key Program Features
- Personalized Support
- Assistance with Daily Tasks
- Community Engagement
- Flexible Service Delivery
- Skill Development
WESWorks
At WES, we believe all citizens, regardless of disability, have the right to pursue the full range of available employment opportunities, and to earn a living wage in a job of their choosing, based on their talents, skills, and interests. Driven by this Employment 1st principle, WESWorks provides assessment and skills matching, job finding, on-the-job training and follow-up supports once successfully placed into a community job.
Key Program Features
- Person-Centered Career Planning
- Individualized Job Development
- Community-based Skill Assessment
- On-The- Job Training
- Natural Resource Network Building
- Travel training to assist participants in commuting to work
- Follow-up evaluation and Support