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If you are looking for programs or support for someone with an intellectual or developmental disability, our team is here to help guide you through the next steps.
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Day Services
Day Services provide structured programs for adults with developmental disabilities that focus on building life skills, independence, and community engagement. Through classes, hands-on activities, and experiences throughout Staten Island, participants strengthen daily living, social, and vocational skills. Programs also include employment training and job placement support for individuals aspiring to work in the community.
Residential Services
Residential Services provide supportive homes for adults with developmental disabilities where individuals can build independence, develop daily living skills, and be part of their communities. We offer residential opportunities which provide 24-hour staffing to support each person in the home. In addition, we offer apartment settings with minimal staffing to assist with enhancing their independence. Each setting is tailored to meet the unique needs of the person while encouraging personal growth and self-reliance.
Recreational Services
Recreational Services provide opportunities for individuals with developmental disabilities to build social connections, explore interests, and participate in community activities in a supportive environment. Programs include evening and weekend recreation, after-school activities, and creative arts experiences that promote confidence, independence, and personal growth. These programs also provide families with valuable respite while participants develop leisure and social skills outside the home.
Support services
Support Services help individuals with developmental disabilities and their families access resources that promote independence and stability at home and in the community. Programs include self-directed services with fiscal intermediary support, family reimbursement for eligible goods and services, and in-home community habilitation focused on building daily living skills. Together, these services provide flexible supports that help individuals maintain and strengthen their independence while easing the demands on caregivers.