A holistic approach
By providing direct assistance or referrals to community resources, JVS helps people with disabilities meet their specific needs to become more independent. This holistic approach takes a person's entire well being into account by focusing on essential services such as:

• Employment and training
  
• Health care
  
• Housing
  
• Life skills training
  
• Social and recreational activities
  
• Transportation
  
• other necessary service

See LIFE program
As part of the self-determination movement, the JVS LIFE program assists people with special needs in making important life choices and actively participating in decisions that affect their lives.

see also Vocational Rehabilitation Services
Individuals with barriers to employment find on-the-job success through a variety of programs that maximize their skills and level of employability.

JVS provides opportunities for individuals with severe disabilities to learn work, social and community living skills at the JVS Adult Day Program. Through a multi-disciplinary approach, JVS staff also provide coordinated services, including counseling, advocacy and related services.

The JVS sheltered workshop, a component of the Adult Day Program, helps individuals develop work abilities and experience in a supportive environment that fosters personal growth and skill development. Individuals also learn skills needed for everyday life in classroom, community and apartment settings. Topics cover personal hygiene and grooming, nutrition; menu planning and meal preparation; banking and money management and other skills for independent living.
Contact adp@jvsdet.org