Introduction to Establish Goals and Assess Resources
In this Resource Center, we will guide you through the process of successfully closing sheltered workshops and transitioning to full community based opportunities.
Here are the topics we will cover:
Introduction to Establish Goals and Assess Resources
Learn about our expertise at the forefront of closing sheltered workshops and providing community based opportunities.
In 2005, Ability Beyond successfully transitioned from a sheltered workshop to community based opportunities. See the results.
Learn about closing sheltered workshops, stakeholders, legislation and why it is important.
How to develop a leadership and monitoring team to provide cross-organizational perspective and buy-in.
Learn how to define your project goals, put a plan in place and develop a realistic timeline.
KPIs allow your organization to accurately measure success, satisfaction, financial impact and other factors.
Tools to assess your organization’s capacity for transportation, staffing, community resources and other key factors.
Tools to assess the financial implications of closing the sheltered workshop, including costs and projected savings.
Learn how to develop the necessary teams and processes, including strategy, technology, technology and other key teams.
Introduction to Planning and Execution
Learn how to develop your organization’s Risk Management Plan to ensure that all areas of concern are addressed to mitigate risk.
Learn how to develop a Buy-in Plan to assure that all stakeholders are supportive and positive about the changes to come.
Tools for developing your organization’s Communication Plan, which is vital to identify your audiences and effectively communicate your key messages.
Learn how to ensure that each individual you support has the appropriate funding for the new services that will be provided.
Learn about developing a Continuum of Services, including transition programs, volunteering, employment, education, recreation and meaningful retirement.
Learn about all aspects of staff training and cross-training, certification, and other key aspects of staff development.
Tools for staff training that have been used by Ability Beyond and can be repurposed for your organization.
Learn how to plan and implement a pilot before you launch your full scale implementation.
