The adult day program is intended to provide a variety of services including functional skills training, vocational exposure and development, and leisure activities. Across the various services, a fundamental purpose is to enhance independent functioning among the adult consumer. Progression within the program will be determined on an individual basis and will be assessed annually.
Adult Day Program Hours:
Monday-Friday from 10am to 3pm
Before and After Care Hours:
Available upon request.
When the program will be closed, or has modified hours,
reminders will be posted at least 2 weeks prior.
Community Outings
Minimum 2-3 times per week.
The care program is closed the following days:
– New Year’s Day
– Memorial Day
– Independence Day
– Labor Day
– Thanksgiving and the following Friday
– Christmas Day
Christmas Care program hours are modified for:
– Staff Christmas Party – close at 5:30pm
Life Skills We Teach
Self-Care & Hygiene
- Handwashing
- Coughing & Sneezing Etiquette
- Daily Hygiene
- Identifying Medical Needs
- Feminine Hygiene
Cooking, Measuring, & Kitchen Safety
- Recipes
- Measuring
- Mixing
- Cutting
- Kitchen Safety
Transportation & Street Safety
- Walking to destinations
- Public Transportation
- Street Safety
Grocery Shopping & Money
- Creating Lists
- Store Etiquette
- Money
Language & Literacy
- Writing
- Reading
- Reading Comprehension
Vocational Development
- Communication
- Interviewing
- Etiquette
- Teamwork
Community Resources
Science
- Measuring
- Mixing
- Cause & Effect
- Observations
Nutrition & Fitness
- Healthy Food Choices
- Movement / Exercise
We LOVE going on walks!
Time & Time Management
- Telling time on an analog clock
- Time Phrases
Independent Living Skills
- Cooking/Baking
- Laundy / Folding Clothes
- Dishes
- General Cleaning
Social Skills
- Group activities such as… Art Projects
- Games/Puzzles
- Gardening
- Fundraising
- Reading/Storytelling
- Music & Dancing
- Birthdays/Holidays
Participants will interact with IRPA volunteers, staff, and other participants enrolled in other IRPA programs. They will also work with staff on social etiquette and will be provided opportunities to engage with the community on
outings.
Community Outings
Can be, but are not limited to…
The beach, grocery store, community parks, bowling, picnics, farmers market, pool, library, bookstore, museum, aquarium, and craft store.
On-Site Fun
Art | Gardening | Horses | Community Park
