Goal: $45,000.00
Specific Need
DSJC is in need of reliable transportation for the people we serve in the Jackson County community. Currently, DSJC has a fleet of 5 older minivans to which repairs and maintenance have left an average of three vans being serviced on any given day. With repair and maintenance costs rising, it has become apparent three of the five vans will have to be replaced with newer, pre-owned models. Thoughtful Giving Day is an exciting time for DSJC as we look forward to any and all donations which can further us to assist adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities in our great community.Mission
Developmental Services of Jackson County is committed to providing quality services that honor self-choice and create community connections for people with disabilities.Profile
The agency was founded in 1985 as a result of concerned parents working in cooperation with advisors from Achievement Services of Northeast Kansas. Day services were the first focus of the program, with acquisition of our central office at 625 Vermont Avenue, near historic downtown Holton. Over the next decade, services were expanded to provide residential supports at the Quiet Oaks Apartments, a collaboration with Achievement Services, and several individual homes and apartments in the community. Over the years, the agency has operated a thrift store, and provided general public transportation. In 2008, the agency began focusing strictly on the enhancements of supports and programs for individuals affected by Intellectual/Developmental Disabilities. This involves individualized planning conducted by an interdisciplinary team of professionals and consumer families.
Day Services
Providing a meaningful experience in a variety of areas, including paid work, and individual social and life skills training. The primary work training is provided through a partnership to perform commercial linen laundering for the Holton Community Hospital. Training is also provided on lawn services and janitorial skills. In 2011, additional training was developed with the addition of chrysanthemum production, and planting of spring containers for a horticultural experience. Life and social skills are taught utilizing experience, community inclusion and a computer lab.
Residential Services
Provided with individual apartments at Quiet Oaks, in a group setting with a duplex at "Ohio A" and "Ohio B ", a three-person bungalow, "Jersey House" and a four-person at the "6th St. Duplex". Support includes medication administration, personal shopping, meal preparation, hygiene, and home upkeep, in addition to community recreation. At all locations, support is provided with overnight staff present. Independent persons served also live in their own homes and receive shopping and medical support needed.
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Contact
625 Vermont Ave.Holton, KS 66436
Phone: (785) 364-3534
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