Our students are individuals with mild developmental and intellectual disabilities between the ages of 8 and 40 who are working towards obtaining community-based employment and living independently with minimal supports.
Acceptance into the PawsAbilities Employment Program is offered to young adults ages 18+ who are interested in skills training and community-based employment.
In order to facilitate the goal of Inclusion Connections to help individuals with mild developmental and intellectual disability obtain community based employment and independent living, Inclusion Connections requires all students meet the following criteria
Required Criteria
Must actively choose to be engaged in the class subject matter and able to participate independently with minimal supports
Need to be easily redirected and show respect for class teachers, supervisors and other students
Demonstrate the ability to accept and follow reasonable rules and expectations
Not physically or verbally aggressive
Free from sexual aggression or sexually inappropriate behavior
Able to maintain personal self-care and hygiene independently
Demonstrates appropriate communication skills, either through language or a communication device
Acceptance & Denial
Inclusion Connections provides a variety of programming in various settings with minimal staff that is not designed for a one-on-one staff/volunteer-to-student ratio.
Applicants who do not meet the participant criteria will be denied. If an application is accepted and it is later determined that the applicant does not meet the criteria then that applicant will be prohibited from participation in Inclusion Connections programming.
Inclusion Connections will strive to make reasonable accommodations whenever possible.
Student Application
Virtual & In-Person Participant Form for all programs offered (Day, Evening, Virtual, BelongKC, and Summer Camp)
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Inclusion Connections provides classes and activities specially designed for young people with developmental disabilities.