New Avenues to Independence, Inc.

New Avenues to Independence provides opportunities for people with disabilities and special needs to become more independent and productive members of society by offering the highest quality support services and developing innovative and inclusive programs. New Avenues has developed a continuum of services, meeting the changing needs of individuals with disabilities throughout the course of their lifetime. New Avenues’ programs are currently serving over 600 individuals, ages 3-100 years in Ashtabula, Cuyahoga, Geauga, Lake, and Summit counties, Ohio. The individuals served include those with disabilities and chronic health conditions such as developmental disabilities, mental illness, autism, cerebral palsy, brain injury, and Down syndrome.

Creative Community Living Services, Inc.

Creative Community Living Services is non-profit organization helping individuals to establish community supports that will preserve and enhance the dignity and rights of those who rely on others while seeking their own level of independence.

Easterseals Northern California

For more than 90 years, Easterseals Northern California has provided services to people with disabilities and their families to help them achieve their goals. We’re creating a more equitable world so people with intellectual and developmental disabilities can choose their path. We do this by reimagining how care and support can be better connected to fill gaps in human services across an individual’s lifespan. As Northern California’s premier home and community-based services organization, we’re committed to making care delivery easier for those with autism and other intellectual or developmental disabilities, as well as their families, by expanding access and affordability of direct services. Our experienced clinical team performs comprehensive assessments and services that are tailored to meet the needs of our clients and their families through programs including Early Intervention, Autism Services, Parent-Led Applied Behavior Analysis, Social Skills Groups, the Kaleidoscope Community Adult Program, Parent Coaching and Respite Services. All services are accredited by CARF International.

LSS of South Dakota

LSS of SD is a statewide, multi-service non-profit human ministry organization. Serving the state since 1920, LSS’s vision is that all people in South Dakota will be healthy, safe and accepted. At the heart of this vision is community collaboration, prevention and a continuum of 18 service lines dedicated to strengthening families and keeping children in their homes and communities. LSS believes, and studies show, that when individuals are part of a strong, stable family, whether that is a traditional family or more unstructured natural supports, they are more likely to be successful—and this is woven into their mission throughout each service line. Their wide range of services—including affordable and accessible mental health counseling, pregnancy counseling and adoption services, financial guidance, family stabilization programming, youth mentoring, residential services for children and youth, and alternatives to juvenile detention—enable a holistic approach to care and collaboration among service lines to best meet needs tailored to each individual, family and community. We proudly serve people of all ages, faiths, races, and economic statuses, offering professional, confidential, and affordable services. LSS is active in various cohorts at both regional and national levels, staying at the cutting edge of best practices and innovative approaches in human services. Our services are licensed by the State of South Dakota and accredited by the Council on Accreditation, ensuring the highest standards of quality and accountability in all that we do.

Alternative Family Services

Alternative Family Services is a foster, adoption and mental health agency serving thousands of foster children, youth and families since 1978. AFS MISSION: Restore and improve the safety, health and well-being of vulnerable children in families and communities.