Causes: Centers to Support the Independence of Specific Populations, Developmentally Disabled Centers, Disabilities, Human Services, Job Training, Sheltered Employment
Mission: Incorporated in 1954, we currently serve approximately 700 individuals with developmental, physical and mental disabilities and their families in an area of over 600 square miles, including all of lake and northern Cook Counties in Illinois. Services provided include respite care, case management, advocacy and referral, work skills training, paid sub contract work opportunities, supported work in individual placement and group enclave settings at employer sites, socialization opportunities among others.
Results: This last year we accomplished the following:* Added a new, 14-passenger paratransit vehicle to our fleet* Addisted townships in acquiring a Federal New Freedoms Transportation grant to pilot a coordinated multi-township paratransit service so people with disabilities residing in four northwest townships can access jobs* Expanded alternative support services at both our day program centers so that older adults with disabilities have opportunities to participate in healthy day activities that minimize the impact of aging* Completed major renovation of 1,200 s/f at our Waukegan Center to better support older adults with developmental disabilities residing in that area* Transition Services for students with disabilities were developed for Waukegan High School students through a collaborative project with another area service provider, NorthPointe Resources* Transition Services were resumed for students with disabilities from school district 211 (Palatine)* More than 28 adults were placed, trained and supported in a variety of community jobs at employer sites throughout Cook and Lake Counties* Countryside received the fifth largest award (out of 50 state applicants) from the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 (ARRA) to support our community job development, training, and support efforts* In-Home Respite provided services to 150 families this year, including 14 new families* Increased availability of subcontract work by more than 21% compared to 2009 so that more than 300 participants with disabilities employed at our Work and Training Centers had access to paid work opportunities* Secured more than 50% of funds necessary to plan 9,000 s/f addition and building renovation at the Palatine Work and Training Center. A capital campaign titled "Building Opportunities" was launched in 2010* We significantly expanded our donor base by securing many first-time donors in 2010* Developed a social media presence on Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, and LinkedIn applications to better inform the public about the Countryside mission* Installed an electronic donor database to more efficiently track and analyze our progress in promoting donations and major gifts* Added the ability for contributors to support Countryside through online giving
Target demographics: Adults and children with developmental disabilities.
Direct beneficiaries per year: 650 individuals with developmental disabilities and their families
Programs: Client and Family Support Program gives children and adults with developmental disabilities needed support to remain at home with their families and opportunities to achieve thier dream to live and work at a semi-independent level.
The Respite Program is designed to support children and adults with disabilites in their home environment as an alternative to residential placement. Two Work and Training centers provide programs designed to assist clients with developmental disabilities develop to their fullest potential by achieving independent work skills, earning income, and heightening social and personal living skills.
This organization's nonprofit status may have been revoked or it may have merged with another organization or ceased operations.
Mission: Incorporated in 1954, we currently serve approximately 700 individuals with developmental, physical and mental disabilities and their families in an area of over 600 square miles, including all of lake and northern Cook Counties in Illinois. Services provided include respite care, case management, advocacy and referral, work skills training, paid sub contract work opportunities, supported work in individual placement and group enclave settings at employer sites, socialization opportunities among others.
Results: This last year we accomplished the following:* Added a new, 14-passenger paratransit vehicle to our fleet* Addisted townships in acquiring a Federal New Freedoms Transportation grant to pilot a coordinated multi-township paratransit service so people with disabilities residing in four northwest townships can access jobs* Expanded alternative support services at both our day program centers so that older adults with disabilities have opportunities to participate in healthy day activities that minimize the impact of aging* Completed major renovation of 1,200 s/f at our Waukegan Center to better support older adults with developmental disabilities residing in that area* Transition Services for students with disabilities were developed for Waukegan High School students through a collaborative project with another area service provider, NorthPointe Resources* Transition Services were resumed for students with disabilities from school district 211 (Palatine)* More than 28 adults were placed, trained and supported in a variety of community jobs at employer sites throughout Cook and Lake Counties* Countryside received the fifth largest award (out of 50 state applicants) from the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 (ARRA) to support our community job development, training, and support efforts* In-Home Respite provided services to 150 families this year, including 14 new families* Increased availability of subcontract work by more than 21% compared to 2009 so that more than 300 participants with disabilities employed at our Work and Training Centers had access to paid work opportunities* Secured more than 50% of funds necessary to plan 9,000 s/f addition and building renovation at the Palatine Work and Training Center. A capital campaign titled "Building Opportunities" was launched in 2010* We significantly expanded our donor base by securing many first-time donors in 2010* Developed a social media presence on Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, and LinkedIn applications to better inform the public about the Countryside mission* Installed an electronic donor database to more efficiently track and analyze our progress in promoting donations and major gifts* Added the ability for contributors to support Countryside through online giving
Target demographics: Adults and children with developmental disabilities.
Direct beneficiaries per year: 650 individuals with developmental disabilities and their families
Programs: Client and Family Support Program gives children and adults with developmental disabilities needed support to remain at home with their families and opportunities to achieve thier dream to live and work at a semi-independent level.
The Respite Program is designed to support children and adults with disabilites in their home environment as an alternative to residential placement. Two Work and Training centers provide programs designed to assist clients with developmental disabilities develop to their fullest potential by achieving independent work skills, earning income, and heightening social and personal living skills.
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This organization's nonprofit status may have been revoked or it may have merged with another organization or ceased operations.
Disabilities
