Community Inclusion
Who Are We
Community Inclusion is a unique service for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. We emphasize providing opportunities for all individuals to achieve their highest potential and greater access to their community at large.
What will I do in Community Inclusion?
Individual plans are designed with client input. Clients and one-on-one staff will participate in community-based activities, working on personal objectives and goals. Community Inclusion is goal-focused, specifically designed for each individual to progress toward independent community participation in ways that are most meaningful to him or her.
What days and times will I attend?
Arc staff can help transport to and from each client's desired community activities. During the intake process, specific days and times are worked out.
Am I eligible?
Individuals age 62 years and older and individuals 18 years old and older who have 9 months vocational experience.
How do I sign up?
All referrals for Community Inclusion must come from your Case Resource Manager.
The Arc is looking for part-time Community Inclusion Specialists to work with our clients one-on-one in this exciting and flexible community-based program. Applicants may contact the Program Lead for more information.
Staff
Mindy Mueller
COMMUNITY INCLUSION COORDINATOR
Mindy has been working in this field for over 25 years. She enjoys getting everyone out into the community and building a strong foundation with community members. Together we all thrive. She has been a Special Olympics coach/volunteer since 1999 and is a guardian for a very special individual. Mindy has a bachelor’s degree from WSU.
(509) 783-1131 ext 156
Quality Assurance
Each year, The Arc of Tri-Cities reviews its Community Inclusion program and publishes a quality assurance plan. We believe in not only documenting self-inspection, but we hope our participants, their families, and other stakeholders will take part in helping us increase our customer satisfaction from year to year.