Community Participation Support
Being involved in community life creates opportunities for new experiences & interests, the potential to develop friendships, & the ability to contribute to the community. An interdependent life, where people with & without disabilities are connected, enriches all our lives.
Community Participation activities include (but are not limited to) the following supports for:
Developing skills and competencies necessary to pursue competitive integrated employment
Fine and gross motor development and mobility
Participating in community activities, organizations, groups, associations, or clubs to develop social networks
Participating in community opportunities related to the development of hobbies or leisure/cultural interests or to promote personal health and wellness (e.g., yoga class, hiking group, walking group, etc.)
Opportunities focused on training and education for self-determination and self-advocacy
Participating in community adult learning opportunities
Participating in volunteer opportunities
Learning to navigate the local community, including learning to use public and/or private transportation and other transportation options available in local areas
