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- EIN 59-2516162
- (239) 594-9007
- 720 Goodlette Frank Rd N Ste 400 Naples FL 34102-5656 USA
- www.fddswfl.org
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Nonprofit Overview
Causes: Civil Rights, Developmentally Disabled Centers, Disabilities, Disabled Persons Rights, Human Services, Job Training, Philanthropy, Public Foundations, Vocational Rehabilitation
Mission: To enhance the quality of life for individuals with developmental disabilities and their families through education, social and recreational activities; advocating for employment and housing options; and raising community awareness.
Programs: The foundation provides educational, social and recreational programs for individuals 18 and older with developmental disabilities. Programs include life skills classes, cooking & nutrition classes, bowling, baseball and basketball leagues, book clubs, photography workshops, improv classes, visual art programs and monthly social events. The foundation also advocates for employment and housing options for people with disabilities in the community.
the foundation launched the trailblazer academy program in september 2016. This full-time, community-based program is for young adults with developmental disabilities who have aged out of school-supported services. The trailblazer academy focuses on vocational training, employment readiness, life skills education, fitness and nutrition and art and personal enrichment opportunities. The goal of the trailblazer academy is to help prepare participants for employment and independent living. Over 20 vocational partners are providing on-site job training and skill development and participants are active and engaged in the community at both the employers and at other activity centers. Classroom instruction supplements the program in both employment readiness (resume writing, interview techniques) and reinforcement of academic skills. The trailblazer academy was the first program of its kind in collier county to serve adults with developmental disabilities.