Q.  What types of day services are offered at Trudeau?

A.  We offer a variety of services tailored to the individual’s needs.

The majority of our day services are coordinated at our Commonwealth Avenue site located off of Tollgate Rd. in Warwick.

This site is home to a fully operational workshop, employing over 100 people. Folks perform piecework contracted through local and national vendors. There are a variety of jobs, each paying a piecework rate. The employees there are supervised and assisted with vocational, physical, and appropriate developmental supports. All of the work is paid on a piecework rate, allowing folks the opportunity to earn a salary while working at a pace that is comfortable for them.

Another employment option is an enclave setting. An enclave is a supported employment opportunity in the community that provides ongoing staff support. For example, a group of 5-10 men and women may be employed at a local college dining facility. This group of folks would work on-site at the college with the supervision of Trudeau job coaches supporting them throughout their shift. This type of work is paid at an hourly rate.

Traditional supported employment is also offered through Trudeau. This opportunity entails a job coach working with an individual at their place of employment until the individual is able to perform the job duties without assistance. Depending upon the person’s vocational experiences and abilities, this may be a brief or extensive process.

Often when an individual is seeking employment for the first time, time must be spent determining the person’s interests and strengths. Vocational assessments are a useful tool at this point. Therefore, when indicated, the supported employment specialist will work in conjunction with the Office of Rehabilitation Services to provide intensive supports to the new employee preparing him/her for successful competitive employment. Once the individual is successfully employed, Trudeau’s supported employment specialists will provide ongoing support and training as needed.

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