OPTIONS

The OPTIONS Program is designed to provide one-on-one support while accessing community resources and activities. It provides the opportunity for obtaining employment based on individual interests, skills and preferences.

• Vocational Services: Provides work assessment, career planning, well-matched job placement, on-the-job training and support with skilled employment specialists, and on-going follow-up support to maintain job satisfaction and retention
• Community Involvement and Personal Social Support: Accessing community activities and resources, volunteer opportunities and opportunities to build and maintain friendships
• Assessment and Development of Services: Evaluation of needs and development of strategies to increase communication skills, social skills, self-image and self-esteem
• Educational Opportunities: Participation in community and post-secondary classes to enhance work, social and communication skills, as well as classes that promote health and wellness
• Art Expression: Exploration and creative opportunities in BOLD-choice Theater, Studio Visual Arts, Photography, Movement and Dance, Theater Arts, Music and Creative Writing
• Transportation Support: Transportation to and from community-based settings is provided by staff; instruction in the use of city transit is also offered