Not-for-Profit Organization
For Adults With Disabilities
New Gateways is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization in Waterford, MI that builds a friendly community for adults with disabilities where they can enjoy life and learn independence. We hold various programs that encourage skill building, self-sufficiency, and vocational learning. Get to know our not-for-profit organization and discover the cooperative spirit behind our meaningful cause.
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Our facility provides a warm and encouraging environment for persons with disabilities. Help us make the world a better place for this vulnerable population by making a donation.
Our Staff
- All our staff members are fully trained according to the guidelines set into place by the local community mental health agencies. We practice gentle teaching. We do not use restraints of any kind. We believe in nurturing a culture of gentleness and we practice this throughout our work as well as our personal lives.
- Our Direct Care staff members are hired through the staffing agency Expert Care/Versicare.
- We offer a standard 4:1 client to staff ratio.
- The staff at New Gateways includes an Executive Director, an Administrative Assistant, a Program Supervisor, a Client Coordinator, a Billing Specialist, a Transportation Coordinator, Team Leaders, Program Instructors, Aides, and Volunteers. All of these employees will meet with you for various reasons, including helping you design your loved one’s individual program plan while attending New Gateways, through a Person Centered Planning process.
- Our participants will have daily contact with all of the above. They will assist you to attain your goals and objectives for your loved one. They will keep track of their progress and offer assistance and encouragement. They will also help with any personal care that may be needed.
- Our participants can select which program instructors they wish to work with, given that they have available space in their classroom and have been trained in the program areas chosen.
- Volunteers will assist participants in finding your way throughout the building and in securing lunch and personal belongings. All volunteers are subject to a background check.
- The program supervisor is responsible for the daily operation of the facility and will ensure that our participnats will have an enjoyable and positive experience at New Gateways.
Job descriptions for New Gateways staff are available, upon verbal or written request, from the Executive Director.
New Gateways
5195 Pontiac Lake Rd, Waterford, MI 48327
