RWS is a day program designed to help integrate adults with developmental disabilities into the community. This is done primarily by teaching work skills so that individuals can enjoy the satisfaction of a day’s work. First, we have contracts in the community to perform various types of work. We want everyone to have an opportunity to participate in these jobs. RWS provides staff, vehicles and equ
ipment. All monies earned are divided amongst the participating clients. Clients are rated on time spent working, effort, attitude and performance. Checks are issued to participating students every two weeks. Second, we have workshops at the location we refer to as Plaza House. Here students learn to cook, garden and improve reading and math skills. Third, we have raw land that we refer to as the Ranch. Here we are developing larger gardens.
