Competitive Integrated Employment (CIE)

Competitive Integrated Employment (CIE) is not a service, but rather it is the preferred outcome for all of our employment services. Service providers are receiving incentives for assisting individuals in securing employment. This program was implemented by the...

Paid Internship Program (PIP)

A Paid Internship Program (PIP) is available to job seekers served by Tri-Counties Regional Center who want to work full or part-time, become self-employed, start a small business or develop skills as an apprentice. Students may be eligible if they are age 18 or over....

Micro-enterprise and Business Support

As an alternative to traditional employment, many adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities find fulfillment and economic success from starting their own small businesses, or micro-enterprises. TCRC offers interest free loans of up to $1000 for...

Individual Supported Employment (ISE)

TCRC’s Individual Supported Employment services are designed to assist individuals served by TCRC in obtaining and maintaining Competitive Integrated Employment (CIE). Supports may include a process of discovering an individual’s strengths, talents and...

Braided Day Services

Braided Day Services are creative vocational day service opportunities for people who may have unique needs and challenges which necessitate individualized and flexible schedules.  This enables staff to support them in a way that honors and nurtures individual skills...

Group Supported Employment (GSE)

Group Supported Employment (GSE) is intended to be a time-limited bridge to CIE. TCRC is committed to assisting GSE providers in preparing individuals for transition to CIE. The goal of GSE is to provide work experience and foundational employment preparation services...