The Bridge Line

“Executive director and treasurer review form 990 for accurancy. It is then given to the board of directors for review and approval. The form is then signed by the president and submitted.”

“Each party required to sign annual statement: received, understands and agrees to comply with policy, organization conducts periodic reviews to ensure operation is consistent with its tax exempt status.”

“Compensation range of all employees is determined by the board of directors prior to being hired. Compensation is reviewed annually to determine rate increase. A comparison of local employment salary data is reviewed before the annual budget is approved.”

“Response to part vi; section b; line 15a is applicable”

“Organization makes its governing documents, conflict of intrest policy, form 990 and audited financial statements available to the public upon request.”

“The bridge line is a charlottesville based organization dedicated to the support of adults with brain injuries, assisting them to achieve integration in the greater charlottesville community and its surrounding counties, and to gain personal fulfillments. To address the needs of adults with brain injuries, we offer three holistic, person-centered programs: 1) residential program; 2) vocational day program; 3) supported independent living program; 4) case management.”

“The bridge line utilizes its volunteers in supporting adults with brain injuries, including assisting them in achieving integration in charlottesville and surrounding counties.”

“To address individual needs, we offer structured activities, relevant and specific skill training and support to set achievable life goals.residents have chosen to hold a monthly book club (memory training), manage their own library, and suggest outings. Our residents typically hold a regular job or a regular volunteer position, attend classes and cultural activities in the community, interact socially with members of other households in the bridge line community, travel for vacations, particpate in the general upkeep of the homes in which they live, and help out at the other bridgeline homes with various things.”

“From a collegial, peer relationship and through this relationship, members receive necessary support while still maintaining ownership over the planning of their service through the bridge line place and the course of their rehabilitation.”

“Our case management service supports those individuals who do not meet the criteria for the day program or the criteria and funding for the residential placement. The case manager provides services such as assessing neeeds of survivors, helping them identify goals, and assisting with application for public assistance programs. He links them with community resources, sets up services for them and acts as a liaison with other providers. In addition to planning district 10, the case management program extends into buckingham county.”

“Clubhouse & residence 48,266 0 0 equipment & furnishings 11,092 0 0 utilities 17,742 3,548 2,366 property taxes 16,055 0 0 auto expenses 1,902 0 0 staff development & recruitme 3,274 0 0 professional fees 6,025 6,026 0 volunteer allowance 2,700 0 0 fundraising 0 0 1,168 membership fees 2,615 0 0 repairs and maintenance 8,219 0 0 special events 0 0 1,960 total 117,890 9,574 5,494”