Integrated Community Services
Integrated Community Services provides employment services and living skills training for individuals with disabilities in Marin County, offering programs like the GEM Garden Program and various mental health and social services.
Employment Services for Individuals with Disabilities
Integrated Community Services (ICS) provides a comprehensive range of employment services tailored to individuals with any type of disability in Marin County. The organization partners with over 300 people annually, offering job readiness training programs in various fields including business, horticulture, retail, production work, and clerical training.
Living Skills Training and Daily Life Support
ICS offers Living Skills Training to help individuals develop and maintain daily routines that support independence. Through structured programs, clients are guided to improve their daily living activities, fostering greater self-reliance and quality of life. The organization also provides comprehensive support to over 300 individuals each year.
GEM Garden Program
The GEM Garden Program at ICS provides job-training opportunities centered around gardening. Participants are involved in all stages of planting, growing, and harvesting produce, botanicals, herbs, and flowers. All produce grown in the GEM Garden is donated to individuals and families facing food insecurity. The program also collaborates with Botnia Skincare to supply organic flowers and herbs.
Community Mental Health Services
Integrated Community Services offers a variety of mental health services in Marin County, tailored to individuals with mental health diagnoses and other disabilities. Programs such as Support and Treatment After Release (STAR), Odyssey, and Hope provide therapeutic support to foster emotional well-being. The organization also provides private case management for those who prefer direct engagement.
Social Clubs and Community Engagement
ICS enhances community engagement through an array of social clubs open to all clients. These clubs include art club, cooking club, creative writing, Disney club, football club, hiking club, lunch club, mindfulness club, music appreciation club, photography club, self-advocacy club, social club, travel club, and video game club. These activities promote social interaction and personal development.