Adec

Residential services includes supervised group living and supported living services. Both serve adults with intellectual disabilities in either a group home setting or their own home or apartment with the support of trained staff assistance. Adec's group residences are located in community neighborhoods. We provide individualized support and teaching in the area of personal development and socialization. We are person centered and support individuals with various emotional and behavioral needs. Individuals have the opportunity to attend social activities on a daily basis. Homes are located in residential areas where the individuals can be full participants in their community. Residents are provided with many of Adec's services and training in behavior management, communication, adult daily living skills, employment and community interaction. Supported living provides residential supports to people on the community integration and habilitation waiver, family support waiver and bdds state funding budgets. (continued on schedule o)

Transportation services in elkhart county are provided to Adec day services clients who live at home and use services at the elkhart and bristol campuses, as well as our goshen and middlebury day service locations. Group home and supported living staff provide transportation for residents in those services. Transportation brings clients who live at home and work daily at Adec industries in integrated community employment.

Adult training and vocational services include employment services, adult habilitation and integrated community employment at Adec industries. At Adec, we promote choice and possibility by providing quality employment services for individuals experiencing life with a disability or barrier. We work with each of our clients one-on-one ensuring his or her goals, interests and abilities are taken into consideration. We seek to develop meaningful employment opportunities while helping them become a qualified candidate for competitive employment through a variety of services, which may include: benefit analysis, vocational testing, situational assessment, job shadow, work experience, job readiness training, job development/search, resume help, interview skills, public transportation training, and shopping assistance. After gaining employment, Adec will continue to support the client and employer as they transition and adjust. Depending on the individual's needs, support may include additional training, job coaching on or off site,(continued on schedule o)

Family services includes family services and recreational and music therapy services and behavior management. Adec family services offers valuable services through extended day and summer camp programs. Each program strives to provide families with vital support through meaningful activities for their school aged children with developmental disabilities. Relief and assistance for families with children of all ages and/or adults with disabilities and/or emotional /mental illness is also provided through Adec's respite services. (continued on schedule o)