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Ideas
&
Examples
The
following
are
brief
descriptions
of
some
of
the
alternatives
to
"Supported"
employment
or
some
different
approaches
to
"work"
activities.
The
name
of
the
facilitating
agency
is
in
bracket.
Individuals
involved
in
these
options,
may
require
more
supports.
Alternatives
to
Employment
focuses
on
the
needs
and
interests
of
adults
with
severe,
multiple
disabilities.
One
component
of
this
program
is
that
individuals
can
participate
in
the
community
through
volunteer
work.
The
agency
has
established
partnerships
with
non-profit
organizations
to
provide
client's
opportunities
to
develop
their
skill
levels
and
interest
while
contributing
to
the
betterment
of
the
community.
Activities
and
community
sites
are
selected
using
criteria
such
as
barrier-free
access,
opportunities
for
socialization
and
learning,
safety
factors,
communication,
range
of
motion
and
functionality
of
activity
or
tasks,
interests
and
strengths.
Of
utmost
importance
is
the
valuing
and
acceptance
of
the
individual
and
their
duties
within
the
non-profit
agency.
This
service
assists
and
supports
the
individuals
in
becoming
contributing
members
of
the
community
and
enhancing
personal
skill
development.
Alternatives
to
Employment
provides
maximum
opportunities
for
community
integration,
socialization,
developing
skills
and
abilities.
(Chrysalis,
Edmonton,
Alberta)
Broomstick
Janitorial
is
owned
and
operated
by
four
gentlemen
in
Winnipeg,
Manitoba.
Broomstick
Janitorial
cleans
a
sports
centre,
a
number
of
churches,
insurance
office,
etc.
Profits
are
split
among
the
owners
They
also
will
act
as
a
training
resource
for
other
individuals
wanting
janitorial
experience.
(Proactive
Employment
and
Community
Connections,
Winnipeg,
Manitoba)
Craftpatch
is
a
Cooperative
which
makes
and
sells
pillows,
trivets,
wine
bags,
etc.
from
materials
which
have
been
primarily
donated
by
various
manufacturers.
A
Management
Committee
comprised
of
individuals
with
developmental
disabilities
is
responsible
for
making
decisions
and
overseeing
operations.
Any
profits
are
returned
to
the
members
of
the
Co-op.
(Eastside
Thames,
Winnipeg,
Manitoba)
Greeting
Card
Business
with
the
assistance
of
their
support
workers,
individuals
are
making
computer
generated
cards
for
all
occasions.
Options
in
card
design
are
displayed
in
their
catalogue
and
cards
are
made
to
order
for
family
members,
friends,
staff,
and
others.
(Eastside
Thames,
Winnipeg)
Snack
Cart
start-up
money
received
through
the
Opportunity
Fund
enabled
the
purchase
and
stocking
of
a
small
snack
cart
which
one
individual
operates
in
a
office
type
building.
People
working
within
the
building
and
the
general
public
are
able
to
purchase
a
variety
of
snacks.
When
not
selling
her
goods,
the
individual
spends
her
time
cleaning,
stocking,
doing
inventory,
etc.
(Proactive
Employment
and
Community
Connections,
Winnipeg,
Manitoba)
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