Employment Opportunities
Work programs at New England Village enable individuals to maximize their vocational potential and earn a salary through meaningful employment. Work teams at our vocational division in Hanson, Massachusetts, located just seven miles from the Pembroke residential campus, engage in such tasks as assembly, materials handling and quality control. Ongoing supervision and support is provided for each team throughout the workday. Job placement at local businesses is also offered and not only fosters self-esteem, but offers the chance to build relationships with non-disabled peers. For more information or to schedule a visit, contact Rick Moulton.

Competitive Job Placement
Those who are ready to work outside the Village are assisted in finding and keeping jobs in the greater community. Once career interests are explored and identified and realistic employment plans are developed, staff offer assistance with the application process, resume writing, interviewing skills, job coaching and follow-up. Staff also teach candidates how to build strong working relationships with supervisors and co-workers, and they maintain regular communication with the employee and the employer to assure that the employment situation is rewarding for both parties.  Top

Pathways
Until recently, individuals with severe and profound disabilities had very few adult day program options.  Traditional program models benefit some individuals, but not everyone. Pathways is a social-educational day program that enables individuals with severe disabilities to explore, experience and benefit from social, vocational and educational opportunities. Pathways offers an alternative to traditional day services, and is also committed to community integration and exploration in real-life settings.

Every individual is unique, and the program encourages everyone to express his or her interests, preferences and needs. Developing and enhancing communication skills, building and strengthening social and interpersonal skills, interacting with and within the community, and meeting each individual's goals are all part of the program.

Ongoing training in a broad range of areas enhances staff's ability to deliver quality services, and consultations with various therapists ensure a comprehensive approach to an individual's program.

Operating with a high staff ratio, we offer greater opportunity for expressing personal choice. Staff interactions are based on respect for each individual's opinions, preferences, cultural identity and right to confidentiality. This creates an atmosphere conducive to expressing one's individuality and an understanding for all residents that their rights are upheld.
 

	Pathways serves adults with developmental disabilities (including, but not limited to, Mental Retardation, Down Syndrome, and Autism). Admission is on a case-by-case basis. Entrance age is established at a minimum of 22 years old. Pathways is open Monday-Friday, from 9am to 3pm (except on selected holidays, and early release days).
	Pathways provides both full-time and part-time day habilitation programming that allows for each member’s physical impairments, as well as any other limitations they may have. Impairments and/or limitations our members have include mobility, sight, hearing, medical and behavioral. Based on each individual’s needs within the group setting, programming schedules are developed accordingly.
	Therapeutic consultative services offered include: Physical, Occupational and Speech/Communication Therapy. Services are offered, after initial screening assessments, through collaboration and consultation with a case manager, developmental specialist, and registered nurse as deemed appropriate. Pathways also utilizes a Rehabilitation Aide who acts as a liaison between the therapists and the staff.
	Personal Care (Activities of Daily Living or ADL’s), Music, Art, Fitness, and Community involvement are incorporated, through direct services, into each member’s goals; as well as included in a member’s regular schedule of activities based upon their needs and preferences.
	General medical services, nutrition issues, and health issues are directly addressed by the program’s R.N. The R.N. will refer to external services as deemed appropriate. Health related services include, monitoring of weight and vital signs, monitoring and observation of health status, and administration and documentation of medications.
	Pathways does not discriminate or limit services based on race, religion, creed, sexual orientation, and looks to enhance cultural experiences through its diverse programming.
	If psychological boundaries exist, we may recommend counseling to assist the member with any issues. Additionally, Pathways staff receive behavioral trainings, have access to an internal NEV behaviorist, and will work with a behaviorist from the Dept. of Mental Retardation on a situational basis.
	It is the intent and hope of Pathways to have members excel to the point of transitioning into a more appropriate setting. However, if that discharge and transition does not occur, Pathways is prepared to serve all individuals to the best of its abilities. Any discharge or transition from the program shall be discussed, at minimum, at a member’s annual team meeting (Refer to discontinuation of services policy).  Top

Crafts Creation Program
The newly created Crafts Creation Program, centered at our vocational facility in Hanson, combines the creativity and entrepreneurial spirit of many NEV participants.  These talented artisans create gel candles, mosaic planters, dried flower basket arrangements, grapevine wreaths and swags with seasonal, holiday and patriotic themes, and more. 
All handmade products are currently for sale through the New England Village Online Gift Shop, through Cape Cod Crafters in Pembroke, MA, and various arts and crafts fairs in the community.  Top

The Living Center
New England Village also offers the Living Center, a daytime community access program for adults with developmental disabilities. Directed by the talents and energies of each participant, the Living Center offers a variety of avenues which enable people to pursue their dreams at home, at work and in the community.

Learning is a life-long endeavor, and the Living Center at New England Village provides support for people  who want to try something new, meet new people, deepen friendships, devote time to a cherished avocation, and to explore and discover more about the world and about themselves.

The Living Center offers connections to community involvement via volunteerism, civic projects, and classes such as writing, computers and more.  Other activities include sports, exercise, dance, part-time employment, and cottage-industry paid work.  Additionally, the Living Center offers a robust arts program that produces quality works of art that are shown at numerous art fairs, public exhibits and can be seen in our online art gallery. 

The full use of the resources and services of surrounding towns, individual supports, scribes and signers are also available to promote the maximum involvement of NEV participants in the community.

Key Features of the program are:
-- person-centered process
-- use of community resources and speakers
-- flexible supports
-- events both at the Center and in the community
-- a strong self-advocacy component  Top


Residential Enrichment Programs
To compliment and enhance the day program activities of Village residents and to further involve individuals from the community in Village life, New England Village offers a variety of recreational, educational, social and leisure activities, all planned through NEV’s Office of Enrichment Programs (OEP).  

Adult education classes are a major component of the Enrichment Program agenda and are designed to support specialized and diverse learning needs and the promotion of new skills and personal interests.  Classes are offered during the day and evening to Village residents and individuals from the community, and are divided into three levels, making the learning experience possible for everyone.  To view our most recent course offerings, click here. 

The promotion of a healthy lifestyle is another focus of Enrichment Programs.  In partnership with Plymouth Fitness, a full-service health and fitness club operated by Fitness Management Systems, New England Village has created a fitness and wellness program for residents.  Exercise classes are held weekly; residents attend open swim time at Plymouth Fitness; and participation in activities such as organized sports, bowling, and dances is highly encouraged. 

A full calendar of recreational activities, community outings, social and leisure activities, and special events is produced every month.  To learn more about programs and activities offered through the Office of Enrichment Programs, call
(781) 293-5461, ext. 119.  Top