Refer someone to Jay Shop.

Jay Shop accepts referrals from vocational rehabilitation counselors, school transition programs, community mental health agencies, families, and self-referrals. Here is what you need to know.

Referral Overview

Who we serve and how to refer.

Jay Shop provides vocational rehabilitation and supported employment services for adults with physical, developmental, cognitive, or mental health disabilities who are seeking meaningful work.

We work closely with:

Michigan Rehabilitation Services (MRS)
Bureau of Services for Blind Persons (BSBP)
Community Mental Health (CMH) agencies
Special education transition programs
Families and self-advocates
Other community support organizations
Re-entry and justice-involved support programs, including MDOC and related agencies

To begin a referral, contact our Vocational Rehabilitation Coordinator at info@jayshop.org or call (248) 335-9156. We will guide you through the process.

Jay Shop also welcomes referrals for returning citizens and justice-involved individuals who are seeking structure, stability, and a path forward through meaningful paid work.

Referral Checklist

☑ Intake form or referral documentation

☑ Authorization for services (if VR-funded)

☑ Relevant medical or psychological records

☑ Work history and goals (if available)

☑ Transportation plan

Contact to Refer

(248) 335-9156
info@jayshop.org
Mon–Fri | 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM

The Referral Process

What happens after you refer.

Initial Contact

Reach out to Jay Shop by phone or email. Our VR Coordinator will respond promptly to discuss the referral and gather basic information.

Intake & Assessment

We conduct an intake meeting with the individual and, if applicable, their family or support team to understand their goals, needs, and suitability for Jay Shop's programs.

Trial & Orientation

The individual begins a supported orientation period on the Jay Shop floor, with coaching and assessment to determine the best work placement and support plan.

Ongoing Placement

Successful participants transition to ongoing supported employment at Jay Shop, with continued coaching, goal tracking, and regular communication with referring agencies.

For Families

What families should know.

If you have a family member who might benefit from Jay Shop, we encourage you to reach out directly. You do not need to go through a formal VR agency to start a conversation with us.

Jay Shop provides a safe, structured, supportive work environment where participants are known by name, supported by dedicated job coaches, and treated with dignity every single day.

"My son has been at Jay Shop for three years. He has a routine, a paycheck, and people who know his name."

— Parent of a Jay Shop Participant, Pontiac