Frequently Asked Questions

What is Paragon's History?

Paragon has been in operation since 1983, serving adults with disabilities in a day services program.

Who is eligible for services?

People with developmental disabilities, brain injuries, physical disabilities and dual diagnoses who need supervision, assistance with personal care needs, support with activity participation and aid setting personal goals. A thorough assessment is done prior to admission. This includes inquiry into medical, physical, cognitive, social, emotional and recreational needs and wants.
Read about the people we serve and our admissions process.

What type of services do you offer?

Our current programs offer staff to participant ratio of 1 staff to 3.5 people. This high staffing ratio allows us to appropriately meet individual needs. The focus of each dedicated Paragon site is on the specific individuals being served at those sites. Services offered include community involvement, socialization, recreation and skill development (including paid work opportunities at some sites). Read about our adult day services and respite services.

What ages do you serve?

Adults (ages 16 and over) are supported in our Adult Day Programs.
Children and young adults, ages 12-21 are supported in our Paragon Activity Club (P.A.C.) respite programs.
Read about the people we serve.

Where are services available?

Paragon currently has 7 sites located in Wisconsin; Fort Atkinson, Burlington, New Berlin on Calhoun Road, New Berlin on Moorland Road, Green Bay, De Pere and Plymouth.

What are the Hours of Operation?

Regular operating hours for our Adult Day Programs are Monday through Friday 9:00am to 3:00pm. We also have before and after respite hours available at an additional cost. Read our program hours overview.

What is your hiring process?

Paragon applicants are required to complete a criminal background check and safe driver check, have a high school diploma and 2 years of work related experience. Interviews are extensive including screening for sexual predators. All applicants undergo an initial drug screening. Read about our Commitment to Abuse Prevention.

What type of training do you require for your employees?

Paragon requires staff to have training in medication administration, fire safety, first aid, choking, safe lifting and transfers, handling challenging behaviors, dietary management, participant rights, abuse/neglect prevention, (See our Praesidium Certification™), and participant specific medical needs such as tube feedings and diabetes management. Read about our staff training.

How do you promote Quality Assurance?

Each program has an on-site supervisor, The Program Coordinator, who is responsible for developing the Individualized Support Plan, ensures its execution and is responsible for overall program quality. A Team Leader is on the floor throughout the day directing staff and ensuring personal cares are done properly, individual goals are implemented client specifically, and behavior support is effective and timely.

How does someone pay for your services?

Most people are funded by their local County Departments of Social or Human Services. Some people are funded by Workers' Compensation funding and some privately pay for services. For more information on contacting a local agency, access the State of Wisconsin website, which has information related to supporting people with disabilities. click here.
Contact our admissions office as indicated below for more information on cost of services available in your area.

How do I find out more?

To get more detailed information please contact our Admissions Office.