Day Support
At NW Works, choice matters! That’s why we provide support for individuals with disabilities to reach their employment goals. But we all have the right to make choices about how, when, and if we work.
Day Support Services at NW Works provide daily programs to improve your strengths and skills, encourage community engagement, and help you prepare for work if you decide to pursue a career. In this program, you can expect community outings, volunteer opportunities, skill improvement for daily activities, and exploration of career options. You have the flexibility to choose between working part-time and participating in Day Support Services part-time or attending Day Support full-time, depending on your goals.
“I like coming to NW Works a lot. To be with you guys is my favorite thing. My job [in the Career Cafe] is cashier. People showed me how to do it and I got better. NW Works has helped me improve my skills. I help serve customers and take them to their seats. I also take care of money and help people exchange cash.”
Your day has just begun.
Contact us today to learn if our Group Day Support Program is right for you!
A Day in Day Support at NW Works
A Sense of Belonging
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In the days leading up to the St. Patrick’s Day holiday, team members rolled up their sleeves and got to work in the kitchen, preparing for a traditional Irish feast. With the guidance and support of Direct Support Professionals, individuals took an active role in every step of the process. From measuring ingredients and practicing knife safety to reading and following recipes, each provided a meaningful learning experience.
What may start as learning how to prepare a meal grows into increased confidence, decision-making, and self-sufficiency in everyday life.
Building Life Skills & Confidence
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For many of the adults with disabilities we serve, decision-making can be challenging. Too many options can cause decision fatigue or feelings of being overwhelmed. In the past, staff often stepped in on a case by case basis to help guide individuals from choosing a meal to finding a seat. At our Summer Cookout, however, there was a clear difference. As groups made their way through the serving line, individuals independently told staff what food they wanted, then selected where to sit and which of their peers to sit with.
The Power of Choice
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Robby, a new team member at NW Works, shared with staff how glad he is to be here and remarked that he knows this is exactly where he’s meant to be. Moments like this remind our staff, community members, and supporters of the bigger picture behind the NW Works mission—to make a meaningful difference in the lives of adults with disabilities. For some individuals, being included in their community, having others to socialize with, and learning skills they might not have had exposure to before coming to NW Works is of utmost importance to them, and exactly what they were looking for in programming.