Employment and Community First CHOICES (ECF) is a TennCare employment program that helps Tennesseans of all ages who have an intellectual or developmental disability gain employment and achieve independence. The program will meet people where they are on their career path, as well as help them reach their community and independent living goals. Another aspect of the program is offering support for families who are caring for a person with a disability. You can review qualifications and apply for ECF CHOICES to see if it would be an option.
PDI Services and CHOICES Working Together
Combining our employment services with the CHOICES program gives individuals the most opportunities for job related services and local, in-person support.
Job Exploration
If you are just considering employment, our job exploration services provide the opportunity to explore areas of interest and skills through activities such as volunteer work and job searches.
Employment Services and Supports:
- Exploration
- Discovery
- Situational Observation and Assessment
- Job Development Plan
- Self-Employment Plan
- Job Development Start Up
- Self-Employment Start Up
- Job Coaching Integrated Comp Employment
- Job Coaching for Self-Employment
- Co-Worker Supports
- Supported Employment – Small Group
- Career Advancement
- Supported Employment – Small Group Mobile Work Crew
- Integrated Employment Path Services
Long-Term Services and Support Areas:
- Independent Living Skills Training
- Personal Assistance
- Community Living Supports
- Community Living Support – Family Model
- Supportive Home Care
- Respite
- Community Integrated Support Services
- Community Transportation
Contacts and Counties PDI Supports:
Region I Counties:
- Montgomery
- Stewart
- Robertson
- Cheatham
- Henry
- Benton
- Weakley
- Carroll
Region I Contact:
Margaret Davis
(931) 538-6193
mdavis@progressivedirections.com
Region II Counties:
- Maury
- Marshall
- Giles
- Hickman
Region II Contact:
Lee Brown
(931) 363-3237
lbrown@progressivedirections.com
Learn More
To learn more about ECF, please contact us or visit the official ECF website.
