Children's services
Children's Community Support
Community support services help children with developmental disabilities access their community and put into practice the skills they're learning in intervention services, alongside their natural peers.
- Who it's for
- Children and teens with developmental disabilities
- Activities
- Sports, scouts, music lessons, 4-H, clubs, volunteering
- Format
- One-on-one or small-group support
- Guided by
- Each child's plan and a clinical supervisor
Out in the community
Belonging, practiced every week
We help children take part in the same activities as their peers, with the support they need to thrive.
Sports & teams
Joining a team, learning the rules, and being part of something together.
Scouts & 4-H
Hands-on projects, badges, and new friends in youth organizations.
Music lessons
Building focus, confidence, and joy one lesson at a time.
Clubs & volunteering
Shared interests and chances to give back to the community.
Friendships
Help building friendships and relationships with natural peers.
Carry-over
Practicing skills from intervention services in real-world settings.
Real-world practice
Where new skills meet everyday life
Intervention teaches the skills; community support helps children use them. Our staff go along to the activities your child chooses and help them integrate into the community with their natural peers, one-on-one or in small groups, following their plan of services.
- Activities chosen around your child's interests
- Support that follows each child's plan of services
- Guidance from a clinical supervisor
- Staff trained in First Aid, CPR, and de-escalation
What are community-based supports for children?
Community-based supports help children and adolescents with developmental disabilities take part in community activities, such as sports, scouts, music lessons, 4-H, clubs, and volunteering, and build friendships with their natural peers. Waypoint staff provide the support one-on-one or in groups, according to each child's plan of services.
How is community support different from behavior intervention?
Behavior intervention teaches new communication, social, and behavioral skills. Community support gives children the chance to practice those skills in real community settings, alongside peers, so they become part of everyday life.
Who qualifies?
Children and teens who are eligible for Idaho's children's developmental disability services. Families may need additional documentation, such as a Vineland-3 assessment, for community-based support services. Our children's FAQ explains the process.
How do we get started?
Contact us or call (208) 590-9001. Tell us about your child's interests, and we'll walk you through the next steps with your case manager.
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Adults
Adult Developmental Therapy
Building skills for daily living, socialization, self-help, communication, and greater independence.
Adults
Adult Day Health
Supervised activities for socialization and recreation, from bowling and field trips to crafts and dances.
Adults
Residential Habilitation
24-hour in-home support for adults authorized for High, Intense, or Hourly supported living.
Children
Children's Behavior Intervention
Evidence-based intervention that helps children develop positive communication and social skills.
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Let's talk about what's next.
Whether you're exploring services for yourself, your child, or someone you support, we're glad to answer questions and help you take the next step.