Essex County Chapter Nysarc

Residential servicesmountain lake services operates individual residential alternatives (ira's). Each person living in an ira is offered individualized support and opportunities in an environment where s/he can enjoy full participation in daily life, both at home and in the community. The residences are staffed as needed and training is provided in various daily living skills including cooking, shopping, managing money, personal hygiene and other skills to foster self-sufficiency.

Workcenteressex industries is a vocational training center where people with disabilities learn the skills they need to work and live as independently as possible in the community. Since opening in 1974, Essex industries has provided ongoing training on an increasing range of vocational experiences in an integrated setting. This training when coupled with social rehabilitation services guides individuals towards increased productivity and self-esteem. The workcenter's placement service locates jobs in competitive industry for ready trainees. Follow up services are then provided to ensure a successful transition to the workplace.

Day habilitationthese services give individuals opportunity to choose fulfilling and useful pursuits according to their skill level. The agency makes it possible for each individual to establish a presence in their home community and to develop a role in those communities which is now recognized by themselves and others as valuable. The agency trains individuals with specific skills and provides required clinical and other supports to ensure success.