Section C: Administrative Practices
Agency Mission and Values
Staff
Contact Information
Contact Jamie, she works with child care programs.
Point of Contact/Coordinator
Name
Kelly Skinner
Title
Director of Development
If yes, list main topics covered in training
various choices available at mandated trainings
Agency Planning
If yes, list types of involvement/input:
Access to Independence link on board. Received inclusion grant to assist agency in including children with disabilities in programs and activities.
Comments/additional information about agency planning:
Agency has applied for the Non Profit Infrastructure Capital Investment Program (NICIP) grant which is estimated to help with the reconstruction of the front entrance and signage, widening doors, offset hinges, new pool lift, automatic doors, and to secure the fireplace. The YWCA applied in January and were expecting the decision by April 22 but, have no heard back due to high volume.
Agency Communication and Marketing
Comments/additional information about agency communication and marketing:
Agency would send staff for sign language training if needed.
Agency Policies and Procedures
Comments/additional information about agency policies and procedures:
There are spare wheelchairs near entrances and elevators if needed.
Evaluation
Comments/additional information about agency evaluation of inclusion:
With child care program, parents take part in exit interviews. Agency has suggestion box and conducts periodic surveys of programs.
Partnerships and Collaboration
Comments/additional information about agency partnerships and collaboration:
Agency is open to hiring people with disabilities. Agency has two off-site child care centers and an after-program that takes place during the school year.
Notes About Administrative Practices
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