Everas Community Services Inc.

“The organization makes its governing documents, conflict of interest policy and financial statements available to the public upon request.”

“The form 990 is reviewed by the finance committee which then makes a final recommendation to the board of trustees for approval prior to the submission of the form.”

“ORGANIZATION REVIEWS THE CONFLICT OF INTEREST DISCLOSURES ANNUALLY from board members.”

“The board of trustees approves the executive compensation based on the competitive market. The rationale for positioning within that market is driven based primarily on compensation practices in non-profit organizations of a similar size and complexity.”

“The audit of Everas was performed in accordance with the State of NJ, Department of the Treasury OMB Circular 15-08-OMB. The audit is required to be performed in accordance with those standards because the Organization receives State financial assistance greater than $750,000.”

“The mission of the agency is to provide innovative services that support independence and community inclusion for people across a broad spectrum of ability and specialized needs. Everas provides comprehensive, lifetime services that meet individual needs to enjoy a community lifestyle, maximize their potential for independence, and improve their quality of life. Services include Residential, Employment, and Family/Community Support and are carried out in accordance with our core values of care, quality and respect. The health, safety and wellbeing of each person served is paramount and is the basis for every service plan.”

“RESIDENTIAL Everas residential services are guided by the philosophy that all people are valued members of our community and that an enriched community is only possible when all people are included. Everas seeks and develops housing options for individuals that meet their desired priorities for community living, as well as provides the support services necessary for their success. Everas currently operates 26 residential programs that provide 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, support and supervision to 115 people with intellectual and developmental disabilities including people who are deaf, blind and deaf-blind. Our homes and apartments are part of communities throughout NJ and we support people with autism spectrum disorder, complex medical needs, complex behavioral health needs, down syndrome, cerebral palsy and pervasive developmental disabilities. All of our homes and apartments are licensed by the NJ Department of Human Services, and whenever possible, are fully accessible/ADA compliant to ensure people can age in place, and remain in their homes as long as possible, preferably for their lifetime. Services include but are not limited to nutrition and dietary management, medical coordination and medication administration, behavioral support and intervention, transportation, recreation and socialization, financial coordination and benefit/entitlement coordination, and skill development in the areas of communication, independent daily living skills and adaptive equipment. A clinical team comprising RN, BCBA and MSW professional staff provide oversight of all service plans, which are designed to meet the changing needs of people throughout their lives. Everas service plans work to improve the quality of peoples life through compassionate, strength-based supports that focus on each persons unique preferences, desires and abilities. Everas employees receive extensive initial and on-going training on best practices in our field and specific training on the support needs of the people in our care. Our goal is to provide access and create opportunities for each person to demonstrate their abilities, and then bridge the gap where a disability may pose a barrier so they can participate in, enjoy, and have access to lifes daily activities within their own scope of preferences and level of independence.”

“EMPLOYMENT Employment services encompasses four day program locations meeting the needs of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, as well as three businesses developed to employ people who are blind and vision impaired. The day program locations offer supports and services that help people to develop a variety of skills that lead to increased independence in the community, including the potential for gainful employment. Service plans are designed around a persons needs, interests and abilities, and include hands on activities that take place in the day center and in the community. Everas provides a safe, comfortable and encouraging environment for people to explore interests, interact with and foster relationships with peers and develop skills that enhance their quality of life. Services include day habilitation through supported employment, as well as transportation and are individualized to meet each persons desired outcomes. Everas operates the mailroom at a NJ location of the IRS, the Switchboard at a NJ Veterans hospital, and two company stores for Merck and Co., Inc. These businesses provide competitive employment opportunities for people who are blind and vision impaired as mailroom associates, telecommunication specialists and sales associates. Everas ensures that work environments suit the needs of employees through environmental modifications and adaptive equipment as necessary to support successful employment of people with disabilities. All businesses have received accolades for exceptional service from our business partners and demonstrate the transformative power of partnering with nonprofit community organizations to meet business needs.”

“COMMUNITY SUPPORT SERVICES/FAMILY SUPPORT Caring for a person with intellectual and developmental disabilities requires coordination beyond what is average for a typical household. Everas Community Support Services team includes professional social workers with knowledge of community resources and services throughout New Jersey who work together to support families in identifying and accessing the services they need in the community. This includes coordination of respite services for youth under age 21, as well as support in navigating the service system to achieve the best possible outcomes for each person and their family. Everas also maintains an extensive training program with professional courses that prepare people for their direct support role in the lives of individuals with disabilities. These trainings are offered to community members and self-hired employees to advance the quality of care that people receive as well as increase education and awareness of varied disabilities in the community at large.”