February is Jewish Disability Awareness Month
The mission of Jewish Disability Awareness Month is to unite Jewish communities and organizations for the purpose of raising awareness and supporting meaningful inclusion of people with disabilities and their families in every aspect of Jewish life.
JSSA's life skills training program helps individuals with developmental or physical disabilities become more independent. JSSA's experienced case managers, vocational rehabilitation counselors and clinical social workers provide training and practice in a variety of life skills targeted towards increasing self-sufficiency in every day life. Skills are taught in the office, home and community settings to allow for effective real-world learning experiences. JSSA offers training in the following areas:
- Managing income and expense
- Managing time; using schedules and calendars
- Organizing and completing paperwork, mail and email
- Managing living space and completing household tasks
- Planning and shopping for meals
- Accessing specialized transportation resources
- Communicating with others and advocating for oneself
For more information or to schedule an appointment, please call 301-816-2633 in Maryland or 703-896-7918 in Northern Virginia. You may also send an email inquiry.
Information about JSSA's fees and charges is available upon request. JSSA accepts full fees for this service. JSSA can provide financial assistance on a sliding fee scale based on need. Some clients may be eligible for DDA or DORS funding.
Other services our clients have found helpful:
Life Skills Training 
