Programs

Tobosa’s Programs Supported Living \| Independent Living \| Family Living Services SUPPORTED EMPLOYMENT Group Supported Employment \| Individual Supported Employment COMMUNITY BASED SERVICES Day Habilitation \| Community Access COMMUNITY LIVING RESPITE LOS PASITOS Tobosa’s adult services are focused on several principles fundamental to quality of life. Individuals are encouraged to exercise choice and take ownership of their lives. They are supported to actively participate in all aspects of daily living, with the assistance of communication or environmental control devices if needed. The adults served by Tobosa are assisted to expand on their strengths and interests and develop meaningful and valued social roles. They become contributing members of their community who are appreciated and strengthened in their relationships with others. contact: Kay Lilley klilley@trytobosa.org
COMMUNITY LIVING back to top Community living services provide individuals with developmental disabilities staff support in a residential setting in order to increase or maintain community living skills, including self-advocacy, communication, self-help, socialization, and leisure/recreation. The residential program provides adults with developmental disabilities with 24-hour assistance and support in their homes. Individuals live in groups of one to four in spacious, well-maintained homes located in safe, clean neighborhoods. Each home reflects the preferences and tastes of each person, and ensures that everyone can enjoy the privacy of their own room. Residential support staff provide opportunities for active participation in daily routines and preferred activities at home, in their neighborhood, and in their larger community. Assisted living services are provided to individuals who do not require 24-hour support in the home. In assisted living, individuals typically live alone or with a significant other. Tobosa has also assisted a few couples in purchasing their own homes. Home-base services are also offered by Tobosa and are provided by a companion, foster or natural family member who meets specific requirements. The individual is supported in his or her home or in the home of the provider. Community living services are designed to assist individuals in utilizing community resources and developing social connections. Many individuals in the residential program are regular participants in city runs/walks and frequent attendees at community activities, such as athletic and cultural events as well as musical performances. contact: kanderson@trytobosa.org
SUPPORTED EMPLOYMENT back to top The supported employment program provides support for individuals who have a desire to work. The ultimate goal of supported employment is to obtain individual community placements suited to each person’s strengths and interests. Services in this component include career exploration, career enhancement, job development, job placement, on-the-job training and support, and job coaching. Group supported employment options offer opportunities for individuals to learn skills and develop work ethics in a group setting, increasing employability in the community. At Tobosa, group supported employment is provided through janitorial enclaves. Individual supported employment is provided to persons holding individual job placements in the community. Individuals are supported to become independent in all aspects of their career, including work etiquette, transportation, building natural supports on the job, and developing relationships with co-workers and supervisors. Supported employment services are intended to facilitate equal access to valued employment and meaningful work for individuals with developmental disabilities. Tobosa has supported many individuals in obtaining their first-ever jobs in the community. As a result, these individuals now enjoy relationships with non-disabled peers and are contributing members of their community. contact: mlyon@trytobosa.org
DAY SERVICES back to top Day services provide individualized activities that support each person’s definition of a meaningful day. Day habilitation is also known as Personal & Social Development (PSD) at Tobosa. PSD is a daily program of functional and meaningful activities chosen by the individual that relate to his or her goals, objectives, interests and skills. Services and supports are also designed to assist individuals to develop skills and relationships that may lead to an eventual reduction of dependence on specialized staff and supports. Each person is educated on their rights as citizens and the role they play as responsible community members.

COMMUNITY MEMBERSHIP back to top Community membership services are specifically intended to address each person’s independence, long-term vision and personal goals. They are designed to promote maximum participation in community life. These services are typically provided in groups of two or three. Tobosa utilizes local programs that provide activities of personal interest, such as cooking classes at the County Extension Office, exercise sessions at the Joy Center, and courses at Eastern New Mexico University-Roswell. Day habilitation/community membership staff help acquaint community members with the unique personality, strengths and gifts of each person that establishes a foundation for relationship-building. The program has also helped many individuals to develop valued social roles, such as a Republican Party Campaign Committee member, musical performer, Salvation Army volunteer, Chamber of Commerce Red Coats member, registered voter, and seamstress. contact: mlyon@trytobosa.org
RESPITE back to top Respite services are available to families caring for children or adults with developmental disabilities in their home. Respite is intended to provide temporary relief to family members from their caregiving duties. To be eligible for Tobosa’s adult services, an individual must qualify for the Developmental Disabilities Waiver. To register for the Waiver, contact the Income Support Division at 625-3000. General information about services available to individuals with developmental disabilities may be obtained from Tobosa or the New Mexico Department of Health Regional Office at 624-6100. contact: kanderson@trytobosa.org
TOBOSA CHILDREN'S SERVICES back to top Los Pasitos www.lospasitos.org contact: Pam Vivens pvivens@trytobosa.org