Paths 2 PDX and Upskills are now located at:
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Portland Central Nazarene Church
9715 SE Powell
Portland, OR 97266
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Questions? Please call Exceed at (503) 652-9036
CELC
Our dedicated staff at the Community Enrichment and Learning Center are focused on ensuring all receive the care, personal attention and training they need to lead enriched, valued and independent lives and become active members of their local communities and neighbors.
Exceed’s program is one of the best in the area. Individuals are in the community everyday participating in:
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Volunteer opportunities at local non-profits
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Business tours
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Social activities that have our folks bowling, shopping, walking in local parks, attending movies, visiting the library, pet stores and local farms.
PATHS 2 PDX
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Paths 2 PDX is a "Community First Choice" program providing fun-filled outings that promote individual choice, participation, and work/play balance. As they explore their communities individuals learn, practice and apply skills which result in greater independence and opportunities to develop long lasting connections.
UpSkills Employment Training Program
Our UpSkills Employment Training Program staff are committed to leading a comprehensive training program geared to the specific needs of the job seeker looking for integrated real time practice.
UpSkills utilizes life/work skills, challenges, and group discussions to explore barriers to employment and independence at work and home.
Training includes workplace attire, hygiene, safety and boundaries within the community, conversation pieces, resume and cover letter assistance, interview skills, attendance and time management.
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WORK FUTURES
Work Futures is an employment program that supports individuals in finding and maintaining jobs.
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Our services include:
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Job Coaching, customized training and tools
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Ongoing supports to employees and businesses
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Facilitating employee-employer relationships
Benefits include:
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Matching employer needs to qualified job candidates
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Higher retention rates (93.6%)
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Free service
BENEFITS COUNSELING
In connection with the "Work Incentive Network" Exceed Enterprises is providing information and benefits planning to enable SSI and/or SSDI beneficiaries with disabilities to make informed choices about work opportunities.
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Our services include:
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Information and Referral
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Benefits Analysis and Advisement
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Benefits Support Planning
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Benefits Management
Benefits include:
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Help with achieving long term goals
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Increased Earnings
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Ongoing assistance as needed
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Free Service
