WHAT IS Y INCLUSION?
Y Inclusion helps children with developmental disabilities partake in YMCA Afterschool Care programs and other non YMCA preschool and childcare programs countywide. We provide onsite inclusion support, family support services, staff training, and assessment of children’s inclusion needs.
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Program Philosophy
Y Inclusion builds strong kids, strong families, and strong communities through programs that offer hope, intervention and opportunity to children and families in need in Orange County. We believe everyone deserves an opportunity to become strong, healthy and hope-filled members of our community. By applying our talents, dedication and resources, Y Inclusion seeks to support people with developmental disabilities in Orange County.
Program Goals
- Support and strengthen the family unit
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Access and participation in existing childcare programs
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Build healthy and long lasting relationships with peers
Services Provided
Inclusion Assessment
An inclusion assessment will be carried out for each child referred to Y Inclusion. Children must be available for observations both at home and school prior to the initiation of inclusion services. Parents, teachers, and childcare staff will be asked to participate in and be available for interviews and questionnaires.
Inclusion Support
Based on the child’s needs, as recommended by the inclusion plan, on-site inclusion support may be provided by a Y Inclusion, inclusion facilitator as authorized and specified by the Regional Center of Orange County (RCOC).
Trainings/Workshops
Y Inclusion will provide ongoing workshops and trainings as authorized and specified by RCOC. All YMCA of Orange County AfterSchool Care staff and Y Inclusion staff will learn effective ways to include children with developmental disabilities. The intent of the workshops will be to assist existing staff to work more effectively with the children receiving Y Inclusion services. Trainings/workshops will also assist in the management of behaviors and utilize the inclusion facilitator to fully include the child in the after school care and childcare program.
Consultation
Y Inclusion senior staff proactively provide on-site consultation to address behavioral concerns, inclusion plans, and any other related need. The Y Inclusion Team monitors the progress of the inclusion plan’s goals and objectives and work with the inclusion facilitator to ensure goals and objectives are being met and all progress is properly documented and forwarded to the child’s service coordinator at RCOC.
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