This program is designed to enable people to participate effectively in program through direct support. The emphasis of the program is meaningful activities that will promote self-esteem, commitment, pride in accomplishments while building skills and enhancing lives.

Work Activity

Opportunities to be involved in work activity are created in the cafeteria kitchen which prepared lunches and snacks daily. People are involved in food preparation, serving, clean-up, laundry, light cleaning and health/sanitation requirements. Periodic opportunities are available to participate in preparation of mailing flyers, collating pages, stuffing envelopes, labeling and sorting.

Fitness

Regular involvement in activities that promote physical fitness and wellbeing are an integral part of the program. Healthy lifestyles are promoted and discussed through activities and experiences.

Recreation

Community resources are accessed as much as possible. Swimming at the Y.M.C.A. is available twice weekly using both taxi and program transportation. Bowling is attended at the local bowling alley and the Wheels. Mini Golf and other local attractions are attended on a regular basis. In-house floor games, dancercise, and exercise sessions are offered daily as well as karaoke, music sessions, use of percussion instruments, and electronic keyboards.

Computer Lab

Six computer stations are available to play games, develop typing skills, draft stories and print off personal creations. Volunteers are involved with specialized direct instruction according to personal wishes and goals.

Crafts and Leisure

The opportunity to be involved in the craft area is a welcomed experience for people. Paint, pencils, appliqués and various medias are available for personal creations or planned projects.

Fun Fridays

People who reside with their families can participate in Fun Fridays which run from the time the day program ends until 9:00 p.m. Themed activities and dinner is provided during this most popular program.

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