Young Adult Institute - National Institute for People with Disabilities (YAI) Poughkeepsie

About

YAI has a team of over 4,000 employees and supports over 20,000 people in the IDD (intellectual and developmental disabilities) community. YAI supports people with autism, Down syndrome and Cerebral Palsy, among others. Operating across the New York metropolitan area and parts of New Jersey, YAI now offers more than 300 programs for people of all ages.

Services Provided

Employment

• Paid employment (e.g., competitive integrated employment)
• Work experience (e.g., volunteer, intern, apprentice, employment training programs)
• Skill development (e.g., technology, employability skills, pre-employment)
• Career development (e.g., career counseling, job club, mentor)
• On-the-job training and support (e.g., job coach, assistive technology, supported employment)
• Youth and adult employment programs

Independent/Community Living

• Housing/Residential services (e.g., apartment, low-income housing)
• Supported living (e.g., in-home assistance, group living)
• Daily living skills (e.g., cooking, cleaning, budgeting)
• Recreation (e.g., parks, sports centers, arts, summer camps)

Family Supports

• Support groups (e.g., parents, caregivers, peers)
• Educational resources for families
• Respite services

Education/Training

• Vocational training programs

Supported Age Ranges

• Young adult (18+)

Counties Served

• DUTCHESS