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our story. our mission. To be an innovative human services organization transitioning people with mental health and mental retardation disabilities into the community. our beginning.

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  1. our story Transitional Services, Inc. Helping People with Mental Disabilities Achieve Quality Lives

  2. our mission To be an innovative human services organization transitioning people with mental health and mental retardation disabilities into the community Transitional Services, Inc. Helping People with Mental Disabilities Achieve Quality Lives

  3. our beginning In 1963 people begin leaving state mental facilities to start new lives in communities throughout Pennsylvania. Transitional Services, Inc. Helping People with Mental Disabilities Achieve Quality Lives

  4. our beginning In 1966 Transitional Services, Inc. begins to meet the needs of these people by providing housing and teaching them how to be more independent. Transitional Services, Inc. Helping People with Mental Disabilities Achieve Quality Lives

  5. our first group home Transitional Services, Inc. Helping People with Mental Disabilities Achieve Quality Lives

  6. 40 years later Transitional Services, Inc. Helping People with Mental Disabilities Achieve Quality Lives

  7. our commitment 1966 1967 1968 1969 1970 1971 1972 1973 1974 1975 1976 1977 1978 1979 1980 1981 1982 1983 1984 1985 1986 1987 1988 1989 1990 1991 1992 1993 1994 1995 1996 1997 1998 1999 2000 2001 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 For more than 40 years we have been serving and supporting individuals in the communities of their choice. Transitional Services, Inc. Helping People with Mental Disabilities Achieve Quality Lives

  8. at present 2007 We serve over 250 people in four different types of residential programs. Transitional Services, Inc. Helping People with Mental Disabilities Achieve Quality Lives

  9. our programs 4 Community Supported Living Permanent Supportive Housing Group Home Supervised Apartments Transitional Services, Inc. Helping People with Mental Disabilities Achieve Quality Lives

  10. We are Transitional Services, Inc. Helping People with Mental Disabilities Achieve Quality Lives

  11. more than housing We provide services that improve the quality of life for those we serve. Transitional Services, Inc. Helping People with Mental Disabilities Achieve Quality Lives

  12. our core services include Peer Specialist Support Healthy Living Project Life Enrichment Activities Employment Readiness Training Literacy Tutoring Clinical Support Transitional Services, Inc. Helping People with Mental Disabilities Achieve Quality Lives

  13. peer specialist support A service provided by people who are themselves users of mental health services, who in turn, offer education on recovering from mental illness. Transitional Services, Inc. Helping People with Mental Disabilities Achieve Quality Lives

  14. healthy living project A service provided to help those with mental retardation learn about, and effectively deal with, health issues. Transitional Services, Inc. Helping People with Mental Disabilities Achieve Quality Lives

  15. life enrichment activities 3 A service that provides an outlet for creative expression in the areas of art, dance and writing. Transitional Services, Inc. Helping People with Mental Disabilities Achieve Quality Lives

  16. employment readiness training A service to help provide people with the skills necessary to enter the workforce. Transitional Services, Inc. Helping People with Mental Disabilities Achieve Quality Lives

  17. literacy tutoring A service available for people who choose to improve their reading and math skills. Transitional Services, Inc. Helping People with Mental Disabilities Achieve Quality Lives

  18. clinical support A service provided to educate and support our staff on how to deal with specific mental health concerns. Transitional Services, Inc. Helping People with Mental Disabilities Achieve Quality Lives

  19. program staff also provides Individualized support in many areas to increase independence. Transitional Services, Inc. Helping People with Mental Disabilities Achieve Quality Lives

  20. these areas include • Budgeting • Cleaning • Cooking • Hygiene • Medication Management • Mobility • Problem Solving • Self Esteem • Stress Management • Social Skills Transitional Services, Inc. Helping People with Mental Disabilities Achieve Quality Lives

  21. We are Transitional Services, Inc. Helping People with Mental Disabilities Achieve Quality Lives

  22. more than programs and services We are people who… Transitional Services, Inc. Helping People with Mental Disabilities Achieve Quality Lives

  23. like to have fun Transitional Services, Inc. Helping People with Mental Disabilities Achieve Quality Lives

  24. celebrate victories Transitional Services, Inc. Helping People with Mental Disabilities Achieve Quality Lives

  25. are dedicated to our work Transitional Services, Inc. Helping People with Mental Disabilities Achieve Quality Lives

  26. are guided by principles Transitional Services, Inc. Helping People with Mental Disabilities Achieve Quality Lives

  27. what our staff is saying “I like the feeling of belonging to an organization that is progressive, where the quality of service is kept at a higher standard.” “I love the way we are always exploring new ways to help those we serve reach their goals.” Transitional Services, Inc. Helping People with Mental Disabilities Achieve Quality Lives

  28. what family members are saying “Our son’s apartment is very nice with nice furniture. If he needs something, staff is prompt to address his request.” “She has greatly improved since being a part of TSI. It’s a wonderful place for her.” “The staff is friendly and always willing to listen to our concerns. We are grateful.” Transitional Services, Inc. Helping People with Mental Disabilities Achieve Quality Lives

  29. what those we serve are saying “Staff constantly help motivate me; they care about my well-being.” “Combination of staff work well together. It’s a healing combination.” “They are teaching me to live by myself.” Transitional Services, Inc. Helping People with Mental Disabilities Achieve Quality Lives

  30. our promise To look beyond the horizon The next40 years Transitional Services, Inc. Helping People with Mental Disabilities Achieve Quality Lives

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