Association for Person in Supported Employment (APSE)

MIAPSE is a state chapter of the APSE. Members are dedicated to the growth and expansion of supported and customized employment.

APSE-The Network on Employment is a national and state membership organization formed to improve and expand integrated employment opportunities, services, and outcomes for persons with significant disabilities. APSE is an organization for Supported Employees, Employers, Family Members, Providers and Advocates.
MIAPSE provides training to vocational rehabilitation professionals in Michigan. In addition, the members advocate for fully inclusive community employment.
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Creative Empowerment Opportunities

Creative Empowerment Opportunities serves individuals with intellectual disabilities, autism spectrum, those that are physically challenged, and those in recovery from mental illness. They help individuals learn daily living skills in functional academics, physical health, social recreation, volunteering, and employment. They provide a wide variety of adaptive programs and activities aimed at different outcomes for the Individuals. These are based around the Individual's abilities, likes, and dislikes. Some outcomes include development of daily skills, community involvement, or even potential employment.
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Preferred Supports

Preferred Employment & Living Supports (PELS) provides high-quality care, training and opportunities for people with disabilities, mental illness and other life challenges. They are are CARF-accredited and partner with many of Western Michigan's leading health care, mental health and human services agencies. Their affiliations with key organizations also provide us access to interpreters and sign language specialists. They work with many of the region's employers and nonprofit organizations to help provide them with trained, reliable and valuable employees.
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Gracious Grounds

Gracious Grounds is a 501 c3 non profit that emphasize life-enriching activities and togetherness by promoting: community involvement, inclusion, employability skills and opportunities, daily living skills, and spirituality. They provide a range of services, including supportive residential living to meaningful employment and educational and social opportunities within the community.
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Pioneer Resources

A non profit agency in Muskegon and Holland offering a wide array of individualized supports for persons with disabilities as well as seniors. Pioneer Resources provides: Supported Housing, Transportation Services, Employment & Training Opportunities, Recreational Programs & Camps, Autism Services, Senior Programming, and Low Income Housing.
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Judson Center

Offers a comprehensive array of individual & group services for children, teens and adults with ASD and their families. Also offers services in the areas of mental health, disability and child & family services including respite care and employment services for adults with disabilities.
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IKUS Life Enrichment Services

IKUS Life Enrichment Services helps individuals with disabilities to discover their potential, experience greater freedom, learn new skills, and have fun in a safe environment. Ultimately, IKUS gives clients the tools they need to make every day another best day. Programs include summer camp, community living, supported employment, Summer/Winter respite, and skill building.
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