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“Like the sun, we are the catalyst helping our clients achieve a successful life.”

— Jim Jenkins, CEO

For Robin, a successful life includes

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local animal shelter

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your path

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your l i feAlthough our individual and professional experience is wide, the common thread throughout all of our services is our aim to transform lives. Whether on an individual or group basis, we are committed to creating the best outcomes possible for our clients. We serve every client as an individual with unique needs and aspirations. Our case management team works alongside each client to identify needs, develop a written plan, remove barriers, teach specific skills and follow-up to assure progress and success.

we can help you achieve them.

Briana reads to her children in their new home

C O M M U N I T Y C A T A L Y S T S C A L I F O R N I A

whatever your goals are,

people wi th disabi l i t ies COMMUNITY CATALYSTS CALIFORNIA (CCC) SERVES PEOPLE WITH VARIED INTERESTS AND OBJECTIVES WITH THE

COMMON GOAL OF REALIZING EACH INDIVIDUALS’ PERSONALIZED LIFE PLANS. WE ILLUMINATE THE POTENTIAL FOR

PEOPLE WITH ALL TYPES OF DISABIL IT IES TO SUCCEED IN THEIR DAILY L IFE—WORK, HOME AND IN THE COMMUNITY.

Community Catalysts of California actively supports the belief that people with disabilities are an integral part of the community and these five principles serve as our daily work guide. Our clients choose where and with whom they want to live, they direct the services they receive, they decide who is a part of their circle of support, and they choose what clubs, groups or churches they join. All of our services are provided at the times and locations when our clients prefer.

O U R H I S T O R Y

CCC opens its doors in Escondido, CAproviding employment services

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CCC opens new locationsin the Central Valleyand initiates communityliving services

Further expansion to the northern Central Valley with Crisis andTransportation services

Services are now offeredfrom Mendocino Countyin Northern CA toImperial Valley inSouthern CA

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The Five Community Living Principles

a homeof one’sown community

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Community Living ServicesOur community living services are focused on assisting individuals to live as independently as possible in their own homes and communities. Direct Service Aides provide comprehensive and inclusive training and personal support services tailored to their individual needs and preferences. The Independent Living Program is geared for people who may benefit from minimal training and support needs. The Supported Living Program aims to serve people with expansive and evolving in-depth needs.

Jami has achieved financial independence

in a career he enjoys

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Supportive Servicesfor Veteran Familiesdeveloped andoriginated

CCC is providingservices to over 1400individuals per year andwe continue to think ofnew ways to help people

Manny and Community Catalysts

California found a job that fits his

individual needs

Norma receives support with medication

Employment ServicesWe assist job seekers with disabilities to look for the right job, get the job and keep real jobs.We assess our clients’ strengths and skills and develop a resume based on work experience and the desired job, and we provide job interview training. When a job has been secured, we directly support the client and employer with on-the-job training. Our team is available with training and advocacy when new job challenges present themselves.

Day Program ServicesOur Day Program Services are community-based and provide for individuals seeking limited paid employment, volunteer work and educational or social activities in their local community. This service is for people who prefer to workin small groups of three.

Transportation ServicesWe offer individualized and group transportation programs when public transportation is not accessible or appropriate to the specific needs of the person. This service is available one time or for on-going services.

Crisis ServicesOur Rapid Emergency Services Team provides on-site crisis intervention and training services for individuals who are experiencing severe emotional, psychological or traumatic crisis residing in any type of community setting. We specialize in working with people with a wide range of behavioral challenges.

veteran services IN SOME CASES, STORM CLOUDS CAN PREVENT OUR VETERANS FROM ESTABLISHING A STABLE L IFE AND A

PLACE TO CALL HOME. OUR VETERANS COMMUNITY SERVICES (VCS) DIVIS ION HELPS OUR NATION’S VETERANS

TRANSIT ION SUCCESSFULLY INTO CIVIL IAN L IFE.

delay their move into housing. The immensely successful proven outcomes demonstrate that providing housing to a Veteran is the foundation for personal growth and financial self-sufficiency.

Supportive Services For Veteran FamiliesProgram (SSVF)SSVF is a homelessness prevention and rapid re-housing program. We assist at-risk and homeless Veteran families achieve housing stability through a wraparound case management model by assisting with obtaining safe and affordable permanent housing, accessing VA and public benefits, obtaining employment or career advancement, financial planning services, coordinating additional support through referrals and addressing other barriers to maintaining permanent housing. Temporary financial aid may be provided to eligible Veteran families to secure housing or provide for other needs to increase housing stability.

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Housing First StrategyVCS practices a Housing First strategy in which the Veteran family’s primary focus is permanent housing. Housing is the key factor for stable transition and long-term success. Veterans move directly from homelessness to housing. There are no intermediate programs that

Roy and his dog Diamond complete an application for housing

Now that John is settled into his own home,

he can focus on achieving goals like finding

employment with support of his Case Manager

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Briana and son stroll their new, safe neighborhood

where she can focus on her children, career and

education without the worries of losing her home

Veteran families are empowered to make their own choices. Our Supportive Services team assists Veterans in establishing and executing a plan to eliminate barriers to permanent housing.

Our staff identifies resources for a Veteran

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C O R P O R A T E O F F I C E 3760 Convoy Street, Suite 344, San Diego, CA 92111 | 858-292-2020 | www.CommunityCatalysts.org

Community Catalysts California is a not-for-profit 501(C)(3) corporation. Veterans Community Services (VCS) is a division of Community Catalysts California. ©2015 Community Catalysts California.

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The Butterfly Club, Community Catalysts California’s employee and company friend donation program, was founded in July of 2002 and continues to be a resource to the people we serve. The Butterfly Club directly distributes donations received to our clients through our Request for Proposal (RFP) program. We extend our sincerest appreciation to all of our donors! To learn more and make a donation visit us at www.CommunityCatalysts.org.

catalysts at workTrue catalysts do much more than teach a skill or create a plan. They are positive role models and encouraging souls when a client is facing a challenging day. Catalysts are committed to advocacy and ensuring client rights are respected. CCC has created a diverse and inclusive work environment where employees can commit themselves to a worthy mission and build a rewarding career. Always seeking to try new things, continuous improvement and change is our culture.

our boardOur board is comprised of volunteers who are responsible for the overall leadership of the organization. They provide invaluable guidance and support to the administration and help us identify our vision and plan for the future.

San Diego858-292-2020

San Marcos760-471-3700

Santa Clara408-553-0960

Ukiah707-462-2395

Visalia559-738-5555

VeteransCommunityServices1-800-974-9909San Diego CountyImperial CountyRiverside County

El Centro760-352-2033

Fresno559-347-6848

Manteca209-624-5140

Merced209-725-4700

Salinas831-769-0934

Greg MurphyChair

Roberta RaasveldVice Chair

Carey StormSecretary/Treasurer

David KuhlmanDirector

Debra McQuillenDirector

Shirley GraceDirector

Karin ThompsonDirector

VETERANS COMMUNITY SERVICESCentral San Diego, Chula Vista, Downtown San Diego, El Cajon, El Centro, and Escondido

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