Jay Nolan Community Services Inc. (JNCS)

Information updated on Monday, May 20th 2024, 11:24
Services
Camps: Summer, Overnight
Independent Or Supported Living Skills
Job/Vocational
Self Determination Program (regional center)

The Mission of Jay Nolan Community Services, Inc. (JNCS) is to enable individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder and other Developmental disabilities to live fulfilling lives as members of the community by providing support services customized to their individual needs.

JNCS, a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization, was established in 1975 by members of the Autism Society of LA. Initially named Programs for the Developmentally Handicapped, Inc., JNCS operated a social and recreational Saturday program, group homes, and day programs.

By 1990, the group home concept that had been “state of the art” in the 1970’s and 1980’s, became an example of what not to do because it gave very little thought to the needs and wants of the individuals being served. Leaders around the nation in the field of disability advocacy were advocating a change to individualized, community based support services.

In 1992, JNCS began changing the way it provided services. The organization closed its group homes and began providing supports to people to enable them to live in their own homes, have jobs, and participate in other valued activities during the day.

Today, JNCS provides an array of support services in Los Angeles and its surrounding counties and in Santa Clara County, offering individualized planning, guided by the needs and wishes of the person receiving services and his or her circle of support.

Jay Nolan Community Services (JNCS) offers Supported Living Services (SLS) to people living in Santa Clara County through our San Jose office. Established in 2002, our San Jose location currently supports seventeen individuals living in their own homes and offers additional support through day programs and Independent Living Services (ILS) to those individuals who require it to reach their goals.

At Jay Nolan Community Services, we are committed to providing high-quality support services to individuals who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing and have a developmental disability, often referred to as “Deaf Plus” or “Deaf+”. With collaboration and personalization, our language accommodation services are designed to meet the unique needs of each individual to ensure that everyone receives the support they need to achieve their goals.

Programs offered in the San Jose area:

Supported Living Services (SLS)

We offer Supported Living Services to neurodiverse individuals so that everyone may live in their own homes and live a valued life in the community. are offered for as long and as often as needed, with the flexibility required to meet a persons’ changing needs over time.

Adaptive Skills Training 

Adaptive Skills Training services are designed to empower neurodiverse children and adults to enhance their independence. This service focuses on equipping individuals with the necessary skills to navigate daily tasks, promote self-sufficiency, and foster greater community integration.

Independent Living Services (ILS)

Independent Living Skills (ILS) is designed to provide neurodiverse adults with the tools and resources to live and work independently in their local communities. This service is aimed at adults that are currently living in or will be moving out into their own homes, or want to become more independent while living in the family home.

Self-Determination Program

Self-Determination Program and Waiver-Eligible Services allow individuals (or their parents or legal representatives) the freedom to choose the support services/provider that meet the needs of their person-centered plan.

Self Determination, ILS and Adaptive skills training also available on the Monterey Bay Peninsula

Unlock personalized support and empowerment in the Monterey Bay Peninsula with Jay Nolan Community Services, proudly serving Santa Cruz County, Monterey, and Salinas. Our office in Salinas, CA, is ready to help individuals with diverse abilities thrive in their communities.

Salinas Office

  • 3 Quail Run Circle Suite 102 Salinas, CA 93907

We also provide a summer camp.

  • Corporate Office
    • 15501 San Fernando Mission Blvd., Suite 200 Mission Hills , CA 91345
    • Phone: 818-361-6400 / Fax: 818-365-0522

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