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Nonprofit Overview
Causes: Developmentally Disabled Centers, Disabilities, Education, Human Services, Mental Health, Residential Mental Health Treatment, Special Education
Mission: To provide choices and opportunities for persons with special needs to maximize the freedom and control they can bring to their own lives.
Programs: The organization operates a fully accredited k-12 year-round educational program which is attended by residents and day students from the surrounding area. The program is operated in conjunction with usd 368 paola and east central kansas special education cooperative. Therapy programs include music, art, speech, occupational and physical therapies designed for academic achievement and a rich learning environment.
the organization offers residential services, day programs, transportation and support in a variety of settings designed to best meet the individualized needs of each adult. Residential settings include group residences or supported living arrangements maximizing independence while meeting the desired level of structure and support. Recreation and leisure are key components which include travel, sports events and group activities. The organization operates day programs in both johnson & miami counties. Choices include lifestyle courses designed to increase success and satisfaction in daily living and valued activities designed to enrich personal experience. Employment opportunities include supported employment at a community job or working in an on-site vocational center (production, document destruction and e-recycling).
the organization provides two community residences to serve adults with developmental disabilities.