Henrico, Virginia

Programs

Each program within Ember Initiatives is a living part of a greater whole — an ecosystem of creativity, care, and connection.
Convergence Community Engagement Services (CCES)

Convergence Community Engagement Services (CCES)

Flagship community‑integrated day support.

The DreamLab at Ember

Turning imagination into opportunity and purpose into progress.

Harvest Haven Housing Support Services

Supported Living Residential, Sponsored Residential, and Group Homes.

Dauntless Day Support Services (DDSS)

Center‑based skill‑building in sensory‑aware studios with routine, creativity, and purpose.

Terra Collective

Nature‑based wellness and social enterprise—gardens, beautification, and farmers market sales.

24‑Hour Respite Services (Sugar Island vision)

Restorative, trauma‑informed short stays for individuals and relief for caregivers.

Community Coaching

One-on-one coaching in real community settings—transit, shopping, social skills, money, meals out, and everyday routines—aligned to your ISP goals.

Workplace Assistance

On-the-job coaching and support to keep competitive employment—task sequencing, social/communication cues, and safety monitoring—then fade to natural supports.

Peer Mentoring

Guidance from mentors with lived disability experience—self-advocacy, confidence, independence, and social participation.

Community Guide

Your navigator for resources and belonging—finding groups, benefits, classes, recreation, and natural supports that fit your goals.

The Haus of Ember – Theater Company

Inclusive, community-based performance—acting, tech, music, costumes, and front-of-house—building skills, friendships, and paid opportunities.

Internship Program

High‑impact placements across wellness, entrepreneurship, and residential services.

Voices from Our Community

“The nature-based activities lowered anxiety and built real‑world skills.”
Caregiver
“I feel seen and celebrated. CCES isn’t a program—it's a movement.”
Participant
“Internship here changed my career path.”
University Intern

Next Steps

  1. Complete the registration form.
  2. We’ll call to schedule a tour and intake.
  3. We align supports with ISP outcomes and begin services.