About Us Adult Services Children Services Employment News Events Foundation More About Us Adult Services Children Services Employment News Events Foundation More Donate Now B.E.L.L. Program The Bridge to Earning, Learning, and Living (B.E.L.L.) Program is an inclusive postsecondary certificate program offered by Roberts Wesleyan University on campus for students ages 18-26 with intellectual and developmental disabilities who are transitioning to adulthood. The program is a partnership between CP Rochester, Monroe 2 Orleans BOCES, and Roberts Wesleyan University. The BELL Program focuses on authentic inclusive experiences that provide academic enrichment, socialization, and the acquisition of life and vocational skills necessary for sustainable and gainful employment. A key component of this program is that all members of the campus community can benefit from inclusive experiences. All courses, activities, and work experiences are catered to students’ individual career goals and interests. Personal enrichment, independence, and preparation for competitive employment after graduation are goals for all students. Program Highlights Designed for individuals with intellectual disabilities. Offers collegiate opportunities for individuals aged 18-26. Full scholarships are available- to cover the cost of three classes (can be taken for credit or audit). Over 50% of inclusive time on campus with at least 9-12 hours weekly in inclusive certificate education credits courses Inclusive internship sites Inclusive social experiences offered to the entire college campus Educational Assistants, Peer Mentors, and a Job Coach to support individuals in all three areas- Earning, Learning, and Living, utilizing a Person-Centered approach. The certificate can be completed in four semesters *Spring and Fall semesters are approximately 15 weeks long Literacy/ GED preparation Criteria Must be motivated to be part of a college campus. Must desire employment in the community. Must show a desire to increase ability to be a self-advocate. Must be independent for up to 60 minutes (on and off-campus). Must be independent in daily living skills. Must be self-medicating. Must need a non-barrier-free environment. Frequently asked questions CP Rochester funding for the adults aged 21-26 who attend this program will be a Community Habilitation service through OPWDD. BOCES 2 will provide support to students aged 18- 21. Transportation to and from Roberts Wesleyan will be provided through Day Habilitation funding. BOCES 2 students and CP Rochester adults will work collaboratively through course offerings such as Money Management, Health and Nutrition, GED Preparation, Art Classes, Job Club, and many more. Adults interested in some aspects of the program but not interested in receiving a completion certificate may also apply to receive Day Habilitation services at Roberts Wesleyan. 1:1 staffing is not available. Financial Aid is available but not guaranteed First name* Last name* Email* Phone What service are you interested in? Day Habilitation What can we help you with?* Get In Touch Contact Us Interested in learning more about Day Habilitation, contact us by filling out the form below. Day Habilitation B.E.L.L. Program S.A.I.L. Program

About Us Adult Services Children Services Employment News Events Foundation More About Us Adult Services Children Services Employment News Events Foundation More Donate Now Autism Services Evaluation Services The Diagnostic and Treatment Clinic provides individuals with comprehensive diagnosis and treatment options while minimizing needless travel. The evaluation team includes licensed Psychologists/and or Physicians with experience with evaluating children who may be on the Autism Spectrum. Early Childhood Educational Services CP Rochester offers a full day integrated preschool program designed specifically for children with Autism using a behavioral approach to meet the unique needs of children on the Autism Spectrum. Preschool to School-Age Transition services are provided by the Autism Coordinator ensuring that the transition into primary school is as seamless as possible by working closely with the family, child and school district. Children and Adult Community Based Services Clinical Therapy services including speech, occupational and physical therapy services to assist individuals and their families in locating and accessing supports and services they need to reach their fullest potential. Community Habilitation Community Habilitation (ages 16+) provides a one-on-one service to children and adults in their home and/or community to assist them reaching their fullest potential through the development of individualized services plans with the individual and their family. Respite Services Respite Services provide relief to families who are responsible for the primary care and support of individuals living at home with developmental disabilities. The Family Reimbursement Program The Family Reimbursement Program provides families with reimbursement for equipment, diets and child care associated with meeting the needs of a family member with Autism. Contact Us Interested in learning more about out Autism Services, contact us by filling out the form below. First name* Last name* Email* Phone What service are you interested in? What can we help you with?* Get In Touch Autism Services Golisano Autism Center

About Us Adult Services Children Services Employment News Events Foundation More About Us Adult Services Children Services Employment News Events Foundation More Donate Now Day Habilitation Supporting individuals with disabilities in achieving their goals and dreams. Our person-centered philosophy supports a constantly changing and individual-driven curriculum. The program provides personalized supports and services for individuals of all abilities. Whether you enjoy the arts, sports, want to experience college, are looking to increase your independence, volunteer in your community, or simply want to meet new people and try new things, there is an opportunity waiting for you! Each individual selects areas of interest and then works with their Habilitation staff to coordinate their schedule. Individuals who are interested in a collegiate experience should inquire about the Bridge to Earning, Learning, and Living (B.E.L.L.) program – a partnership with Roberts Wesleyan College. Learn more about our Day Habilitation Services: B.E.L.L. Program S.A.I.L. Program Intake Application CP Rochester .pdf Download PDF • 393KB First name* Last name* Email* Phone What service are you interested in? Day Habilitation What can we help you with?* Get In Touch Day Habilitation B.E.L.L. Program S.A.I.L. Program Contact Us Interested in learning more about Day Habilitation, contact us by filling out the form below.

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Adult Services CP Rochester offers a variety of home and community-based programs throughout Monroe County for adults eligible for OPWDD services. Adult Services are designed to support individuals with disabilities in their journey toward independence, social inclusion, and personal fulfillment. These services typically include vocational training, community integration activities, skill development programs, leisure and recreational opportunities, and support for daily living tasks. The goal is to empower adults with disabilities to live life to the fullest by providing them tailored services and support. CP Rochester aims to enhance the quality of life for individuals with disabilities through these comprehensive adult services. First name* Last name* Email* Phone What service are you interested in? What can we help you with?* Get In Touch Contact Us Interested in learning more about Adult Services, contact us by filling out the form below. About Us Adult Services Children Services Employment News Events Foundation More About Us Adult Services Children Services Employment News Events Foundation More Donate Now

About Us Adult Services Children Services Employment News Events Foundation More About Us Adult Services Children Services Employment News Events Foundation More Donate Now Intake Please review the following materials. Please fill out the form below if you have any questions. Intake Application CP Rochester .pdf Download PDF • 502KB HIPPA Authorization Form .pdf Download PDF • 170KB Notice of Privacy Practices-CP .pdf Download PDF • 619KB Contact Us Interested in learning more about out Intake, contact us by filling out the form below. First name* Last name* Email* Phone What service are you interested in? What can we help you with?* Get In Touch

About Us For over 78 years, CP Rochester has continued to support individuals of all ages and abilities. Board of Directors Officers Joyce W. Weir - Chair Jeffrey W. Baker - 1st Vice Chair Retired Attorney James H. King - Treasurer Vice President, Lyons National Bank Roy Beecher - Assistant Treasurer Retired , Canandaigua National Bank & Trust Sean R. Ossont - Secretary Principal, Linchpin Strategy Eileen Gage - Assistant Secretary Retired Retired, Finger Lakes Health Ann E. Kurz - Immediate Past Chair Retired Retired, Wegmans Directors Andrea Bonafiglia General Manager, BonaDent Dental Laboratories David G. Case Regional President, Five Star Bank Mary Herlihy Gearan Attorney Christopher Harris Christopher Harris, CPA Robert Johnson Marketing and PR Director, Boys & Girls Club of Rochester Kevin Overton Attorney, Weaver Mancuso Brightman PLLC Tim Vaughan Retired Tom White Counsel, Wilmer Cutler Pickering Hale and Dorr LLP Mission CP Rochester supports individuals of all ages and abilities to determine their own pathway in life. We partner with the individual, their family, and the community to fulfill the individual’s right to live a productive and rewarding life. CP Rochester provides a wide range of quality health, educational, residential, and support services in the greater Rochester area to assist individuals in achieving their goals. Vision We envision a community where people of all abilities lead rewarding lives. Meaningful partnerships are nurtured to ensure all doors are open and opportunities are available for everyone. Guiding Principles Our staff and volunteers will RISE to the high expectation of CP Rochester by following these Guiding Principles: R espect the abilities, talents, and contributions of all people in our daily interactions. I ntegrity is evident in everything we do. S ervice through partnership with individuals, families, and the community to achieve goals and aspirations. E xcellence is demonstrated through superior quality and fiscal responsibility. About Us Adult Services Children Services Employment News Events Foundation More About Us Adult Services Children Services Employment News Events Foundation More Donate Now

$40,000 - $48,000 Early Childhood Education Teacher Next Previous All Employment Apply Now The Early Childhood Education Teacher teaches young children in an integrated pre-school classroom with the Special Education Teacher. Creates and maintains a structured and effective program and safe environment that provides for the individual development needs of the children. Hours Full Time/School Year Salary/Rate $40,000 - $48,000 Benefits Requirements Functions Qualifications Summary Location Affordable Medical / Dental / Vision Insurance Paid Mandated School Breaks 5 Days Paid Time Off (PTO) Paid Sick Time 8 Paid Holidays Matching 403(b) and/or ROTH Retirement Plan Additional Insurance Offerings - Specified Disease Insurance w/ Cancer Rider, Accident Insurance, Identity Theft Protection Employer Paid Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA) Employer paid Life Insurance, Short-term and Long-term Disability Insurance Tuition Reimbursement plus a 25% Tuition Discount for benefit-eligible Employees and Family Members at Roberts Wesleyan College $40,000 - $48,000 Bachelor’s degree in Childhood Education with NYS certification in Childhood Education. Early Childhood Certification (Birth-Grade 2) preferred. Experience working with young children. Knowledge of child development and student learning. Knowledge of content and instructional planning and implementation. Proficient computer skills with knowledge of Microsoft Office programs. Must have demonstrated commitment to performing job duties and tasks at a high level of performance. Imparts agency philosophy of “Equal Opportunity, Independence and Realization of Individual Potential” to children, families, program staff and community resources. Maintains confidentiality of information relating to individuals and their families in accordance with agency policy. Ensure a meaningful and individualized educational experience for all students. Administers developmental assessments to all students to gather data to determine how to meet individual development needs of the children. Works with the Special Education Teacher to coordinate a structured program and safe environment that provides for the individual development needs of the children. Coordinates daily and weekly lesson plans with the Special Education Teacher that are available for review by the Program Director or the Education Coordinator. Maintains all necessary paperwork in portfolios for each child. Participates in all parent-teacher conferences for children in the New Friends program. Attends all team, discipline and staff meetings as designated. Creates lesson plans using NYS Learning Standards and agency selected curriculum. Supervises classroom paraprofessionals, aides and assistants, students, volunteers and others involved in helping capacities with input from the Special Education Teacher. Completes annual performance appraisals for paraprofessionals, teaching assistants and teacher aides with input from the Special Education Teacher. Schedules parent and family classroom visits in conjunction with the Special Education Teacher. Develops an annual inventory of all classroom equipment and supplies together with the Special Education Teacher. Submits daily/monthly attendance records for all children without disabilities. Participates in conferences, workshops, department meetings and in-service training as needed or recommended to enhance job skills and personal growth and development. Adheres to agency’s policies and procedures as well as department guidelines. Other Supervisory Responsibility: Supervises Paraprofessionals, Teacher’s Aides and Teaching Assistants. Other Duties: This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Work Environment: This job operates in a preschool classroom program environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment. Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to sit, stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must frequently lift and/or move objects up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move objects up to 30 pounds. Travel: Travel is primarily local during the business day, but employee will be expected to work at any of our partner agencies. Some out-of-the-area and overnight travel may be expected. About Us Adult Services Children Services Employment News Events Foundation More About Us Adult Services Children Services Employment News Events Foundation More Donate Now

The Ability Partners Foundation is Taking Strides for People of All Abilities on October 14 as the 18th Annual 5K Run for Fun/1M Walk for Wellness returns to CP Rochester! Zachary Sands, 25, will be this year’s run ambassador! About Us Adult Services Children Services Employment News Events Foundation More About Us Adult Services Children Services Employment News Events Foundation More Donate Now Special Olympics Athlete to chair Ability Partners Foundation’s 5K Race December 6, 2023 at 5:00:00 PM Rochester, NY (October 3, 2023) - Ability Partners Foundation ~ CP Rochester, Happiness House, and Rochester Rehabilitation ~ is Taking Strides for People of All Abilities on October 14 as the 18th Annual 5K Run for Fun/1M Walk for Wellness returns to CP Rochester! Zachary Sands, 25, will be this year’s run ambassador! Zach, a participant in the CP Rochester Day Habilitation Program and a Special Olympics athlete, is described by family and friends as driven, genuine, and kind. He adores his friends at CP Rochester and admires and idolizes his staff, who have become mentors. Zach was diagnosed with cerebral palsy and epilepsy as an infant and has hemiparesis, a condition that makes one side of his body smaller and weaker. Despite these physical challenges, Zach pushes to participate in as many sporting events as he can. Zach’s determination has helped him to achieve his goals both at his program and with his participation in Special Olympics. This year, runners/walkers/strollers will be treated to Halloween activities as well as an agency open house and vendor fair immediately following the run. Participants and volunteers alike are encouraged to come dressed in costume. The certified race begins and ends at CP Rochester’s main campus at 3399 Winton Road South in Henrietta. This family-friendly event also offers a 1 Mile Walk , which takes place in the neighborhood adjacent to the race. Online registration closes Thursday, October 12 at 12 p.m. Runners, walkers, rollers, and strollers can register online at https://runsignup.com/Race/NY/Rochester/5KRunforFun . Walk-ups will be allowed the day of, but are asked to come at the start of check-in/registration at 8 a.m. For a $30 registration fee, runners will be eligible to compete for top prizes as well as receive a race t-shirt and snacks. Thank you to our generous sponsors: Alesco Advisors as our gold sponsor, Al Sigl Community of Agencies, Benefits Management, Inc., Burke Group LLC, Coloial Fire Protection Systems Inc., and Wegmans as our bronze sponsors; AP Plumbing as our patron sponsor; and Saul & Abigail Rasnick as our friend sponsors. About Ability Partners Foundation Ability Partners Foundation is a not-for-profit organization established to raise and generate funds that will promote, support, and augment the continuation of long-term services for people with disabilities offered through CP Rochester, Happiness House, and Rochester Rehabilitation in the Finger Lakes and Greater Rochester areas, including Ontario, Orleans, Livingston, Seneca, Yates, Wayne, and Monroe Counties. The Foundation supports individuals with physical, intellectual, and developmental disabilities and their families. Next Previous All News

Laughing is good for the soul and on Sunday, September 24 laughter will also be used to raise money for a great cause! The Golisano Autism Center is hosting the Laugh Out Loud Comedy Fundraiser to raise money in support of their amazing and important foundation. About Us Adult Services Children Services Employment News Events Foundation More About Us Adult Services Children Services Employment News Events Foundation More Donate Now Comedians LOLing for The Golisano Autism Center December 4, 2023 at 5:00:00 PM Laughing is good for the soul and on Sunday, September 24 laughter will also be used to raise money for a great cause! The Golisano Autism Center is hosting the Laugh Out Loud Comedy Fundraiser to raise money in support of their amazing and important foundation. The anticipation for this event is palpable! The lineup includes Kevin Markman and Dr. Sidney Sir as opening acts, with the incredibly talented Sky Sands headlining. The proceeds from this show will play a pivotal role in advancing the Golisano Autism Center's mission, which aims to serve as a vital resource hub for families within Monroe County and its neighboring communities. Promoted Links Athlete Fails You Can't Look Away From BallerCap Learn more This morning on GDR we were joined by Caitlyn Stoffle, the Director of Golisano Autism Center and comedians, Kevin Markman and Dr. Sidney Sir to learn more about the upcoming fundraiser and how to get involved. To learn more about the event and to purchase tickets visit, carlsoncomedy.com Next Previous All News

Major flooding devastated neighborhoods in Canandaigua in July. One of the hardest hit spots was Happiness House, a nonprofit which offers housing to people with disabilities or those with low-income status. About Us Adult Services Children Services Employment News Events Foundation More About Us Adult Services Children Services Employment News Events Foundation More Donate Now Residents of Happiness House in Canandaigua remain displaced as work to repair flooding damage September 9, 2023 at 5:00:00 PM https://13wham.com/news/local/residents-of-happiness-house-remain-displaced-as-work-to-repair-flooding-damage-continues?video=258776fdf972474fa0aa7ff0d39badfe Canandaigua N.Y. — Major flooding devastated neighborhoods in Canandaigua in July. One of the hardest hit spots was Happiness House , a nonprofit which offers housing to people with disabilities or those with low-income status. The flash flooding caused about two feet of water and mud to pour into two buildings on the property, destroying a total of 17 units. Promoted Links Hotel Workers Share The Strange Things They Caught Guests Doing Money Awaits Click Here "It was scary, especially when the water started coming in," said resident William Laffler. "We went and put all my towels underneath the door to try and stop the water coming in." Laffler was displaced from his first-floor apartment, and has been staying with his home health aide, Julia Hale. Meantime, Happiness House has been paying for other displaced residents to stay at a Microtel in Geneva, while others went to stay with friends or family. Happiness House CEO Darrell Whitbeck estimates it caused $1.3 to $1.6 million in damages and it could take months to repair. "We have lost two feet of drywall, the flooring had to come out of both buildings. All of the appliances were destroyed," Whitbeck said. "The counters are destroyed throughout the buildings. The amount of mud that was deposited throughout the buildings was significant." As a result, Happiness House has had to terminate the leases of its first-floor tenants, who remain displaced, so they can find more permanent housing. "As we are going into a prolonged period of time, the determination is that individuals should have access to, through their subsidies, an appropriate house, an appropriate living situation for folks, and in order to do that, individuals had to be released from their leases so they could access or engage in appropriate long term settings," Whitbeck said. According to Happiness House leaders, its property management company, Providence Housing, has been working with residents to offer them housing in its other apartment buildings, and several have been placed. Some residents, like Laffler, are still exploring their options. "I don’t know what to do next," he said. "It is just hard, because nobody is prepared for anything like this," Hale explained. "There is a waiting list for anything that is government funded." The Center for Disability Rights is also assisting some displaced residents. They'll be able to reapply to move back in to Happiness House once the repairs are complete, but the nonprofit is still determining how long repairs could take. "We are hopeful that folks will be able to come back who are able to," Whitbeck said. "Some of the apartment complexes have been fantastic in allowing folks to go month-to-month so folks can come back to us." Happiness House has applied for for funding from FEMA and also hopes to receive some assistance in small business loans. Next Previous All News

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