Together with our community partners, Daybreak is committed   to providing meaningful opportunities for individuals to integrate into their communities. Individuals receive hands-on work experience at locations throughout the metropolitan area including TJ Maxx, Stew Leonard’s, NYC Health + Hospitals/Jacobi, Jazzercise, and Yonkers Tai Chi. Many of our individuals have gone on to obtain employment, applying the important skills that they acquired.  Our Supportive Employment Program provides further opportunities for our individuals to grow, increasing their self-sufficiency, independence, and self-confidence.

What drives us to remain  ahead of the curve?  Daybreak maintains our own fleet of safe, reliable vans that remain onsite.  In addition to providing routine pickups and drop-offs in the community, Daybreak vans are always available on the spot. Our transportation staff ensues our vehicles remain immaculate and well-maintained for safe journeys around the community.

Daybreak administrators meet regularly with clinical staff to review and update the Life Plans of individuals to ensure they’re meeting their goals. The information is relayed to our DSPsso they can implement the necessary actions to help individuals build daily living skills and excel during everyday activities.
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On-site behavioral health specialists help to identify any unplanned needs, while Daybreak’s BIS Coordinator regularly trains staff to recognize particular behaviors and triggers, and how to provide the proper supports.

Life plans are at the heart of everything we do.  We understand that every person has their own goals. Our DSPs teach our individuals to be their own advocates, equipping them with the proper social skills to maintain their own voice. Daybreak staff are committed to helping individuals create their own path, and remain by their side as they accompany them on their journey towards success.

On-site behavior specialists give our DSPs and the young adults amazing support by identifying any unplanned needs and helping prepare our staff to properly support each young adult in their specific needs. Our BIS coordinator is constantly training staff as needs arise to ensure the services daybreak delivers are as person centered and specific to each young adult as possible.

Daybreak’s administrative team meets on a monthly basis to come up with a range of activities for individuals to enjoy. From a trip to a local aquarium to a lively Poetry Slam to our spectacular Annual Holiday Show, Daybreak’s activities are designed to be recreational while offering opportunities to learn and develop new skills.