The agency has earned a highly favorable reputation for dealing successfully with many of this state's most challenging cases and for promoting their ability to live and thrive in a community setting. Results can be and frequently have been dramatic, translating into these clients' more positive attitude toward themselves and those around them and gradually resulting in improved behavior and noticeable progress toward reintegration with their community. Four principal areas operate in partnership with the CT Department of Mental Retardation. Many of these so-called pilot programs eventually become mainstream programs in their own right, serving large segments of special needs persons. Some have even emerged as regional models for other providers.
Program is viewed as a possible national model for combating recidivism.
A variety of programs focus on literacy and computer skills training in both community and workplace settings. CPM programs are funded by public and private sources and represent a leading-edge approach to adult education in Western MA . Citizenship Education for Refugees High influx to the region of prospective new Americans prompts expanded need for U.S. citizenship and adult basic education. Young Parents Program Serves men and women with new or prospective parental responsibility for building academic and life skills necessary to meet demands of 21st century workforce.