by independence northwest | Jul 5, 2018 | 2018 changes, assessments
The Oregon Office of Developmental Disabilities has developed a single assessment tool to be used in determining the support needs of children and adults with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (I/DD). Brokerages and CDDPs have just begun using the new assessment, known as the ONA (Oregon Needs Assessment). The ONA will roll out between now and June 30th, 2019.
To help you understand what’s happening and what to expect, we have developed a new ONA (Oregon Needs Assessment page on our website. The page includes helpful resources, links, frequently asked questions, and more. Check it out by clicking here.
by independence northwest | Jun 11, 2018 | provider organizations, provider spotlight, providers
This week’s Provider Spotlight is Exceed Enterprises in Milwaukie. Exceed works to with adults living with disabilities to find and retain both customized and competitive employment in the Pacific Northwest area. Because they have been around for several decades, they have the experience and expertise needed to make community employment a reality for job seekers all over the Metro Area. Check out their Facebook page here.
by independence northwest | Jun 5, 2018 | provider organizations, provider spotlight, providers
Meet EQC Home Care! In addition to housekeeping, personal care, and meal support, they also have nursing services for end of life care, medication assistance, and 24 hour availability for respite. Nurses are available for community outings and they serve children as well. EQC is this week’s provider spotlight. Details here: http://www.eqchomecare.com
by independence northwest | Jun 4, 2018 | provider organizations, provider spotlight, providers
This week’s Provider Spotlight is on Empowerment Services, LLC. ES delivers individualized employment alternatives and life-skills training to teenagers and adults with developmental disabilities. Given the unique behavioral and sensory needs of everyone they serve, support plans are highly customized.
Be sure to check them out on the web at www.empowermentservicesllc.org
by independence northwest | May 28, 2018 | provider organizations, provider spotlight, providers
Edwards Center remains one of the best kept secrets in Washington County. Founded in 1972 by a group of parents, this agency puts family front and center. This week’s provider spotlight is on the Aloha Community Center where Edwards takes community inclusion to the next level. A quarterly online catalog is available full of classes and outings for people of all ages and abilities. Check them out at https://www.facebook.com/alohacommunitycenter/
