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Opening doors for 50 years 11 successful life. e organization also believes that all individuals, regardless of ability, should strive toward employment that matches their skills, job readiness, and preferences. e organization currently supports more than 125 people each year in their present jobs. n Family Support Center Opened in February 2021, the Open Sky Support Center, a program of Open Sky Community Services and funded by the Department of Developmental Services (DDS), supports children and adults with developmental/intellectual disabilities and Autism who live with their families in several Central Massachusetts towns. By tailoring our services to your family's needs, we can help you and your entire family navigate available services and supports, including the educational system; connect with community resources; provide trainings; offer consultations, mentoring and networking opportunities; and build relationships at home and in the community that adhere to your culture, values and preferences. n Homelessness Open Sky's Homeless Services have earned a strong reputation for excellence based on 30 years' experience. We use evidence-based practices, including Housing First, Motivational Interviewing, Recovery Oriented Cognitive erapy (CT-R), and Harm Reduction, resulting in strong measured outcomes. e goal of our Homeless Services is to provide wraparound services and supports to ensure lasting stability. In addition to rapid response time, we maintain connections for as long as needed. Our collaborations with community partners, landlords, and other housing providers as well as the Continuum of Care task force aim to help individuals overcome barriers to living fulfilling lives. Our services and supports include rapid rehousing; housing stabilization; rental assistance; community support programs; support for people who are justice-involved; case management and connections to care; recovery navigation and coaching; and behavioral health support. Natalie and Bradley, two individuals served by Open Sky's Family Support Center, at a group outing. Nahani Meuse, Father Landry, and Maydee Morales at the Seeds of Hope Shelter at Blessed Sacrament Church in Worcester. "With a visible presence, our families served are integrated throughout the communities of the Blackstone Valley. We build partnerships and strengthen awareness with organizations by providing inclusive recreational supports, financial and day-to- day practical assistance to assist families navigate the waters of everyday life." Donna Macleod-Prior, Developmental Disabilities Service Director "Our services are designed to work together to form a continuum of care for individuals and families. We are able to quickly assess people's situation and support them in finding the services and supports that they are eligible for and that best meet their needs. We use both housing first principles and a harm reduction approach to meet people where they are." Amy Arrell, Service Director for Community Services