One-on-one support designed to build skills, confidence, and independence.
Tailored Day Service provides adults with special needs the individualized attention and hands-on experience they need to grow — at their own pace, on and off the ranch.
Personalized Support for Adults with Special Needs
Tailored Day Service (TDS) is a 1:1 support program offering customized learning opportunities designed especially for adults with special needs. TDS aligns with Ivey Ranch’s mission to provide enriching programs that promote integration, inclusion, and interaction between all people — giving each participant the individualized attention they need to grow at their own pace, both on and off the ranch.
Objectives
Participation in an active-learning experience that provides knowledge and progression.
Understanding of expectations, routines, and relationships.
Respect for learning and responsibility.
Benefits of TDS
Tailored to meet the needs of participants, this program aims to maximize growth, independence, and a positive experience. The experience gained is intended to prepare participants for opportunities beyond the Ivey Ranch community.
Onsite participants have the opportunity to gain experience in the following areas:
Exposure to and Assisting with Horses
- Grooming and tacking
- Assisting with horseback riding lessons
Barn and Grounds Maintenance
- Barn chores (stall cleaning, feeding, watering)
- Painting and small repairs
- Using basic tools and outdoor equipment
Gardening
- Maintaining upkeep of gardens
- Following a watering schedule
- Planting
Staff Support Skills
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Following instructions
- Communication
Basic Computer and Office Skills
- Typing
- Laminating
- Labeling and organizing
Time Keeping, Attendance, and Punctuality
Offsite participants have support with:
Post-Secondary Education
- Accessing Disabled Student Services
- Attending classes and notetaking
- Peer interaction and class participation
- Communication with professors
Employment Readiness
- Vocational training
- Explore jobs or paid internships
- Finding volunteer opportunities
Socialization and Recreation
- Interpersonal relationship development
- Community engagement
- Finding interesting recreational and leisure activities to participate in
Independent Living Skills
- Accessing community resources
- Daily living skills
- Managing a calendar
- Self-regulation
Transferable Skills:
- Strong work ethic
- Respectful and positive attitude
- Teamwork, collaboration, and leadership
- Communication and active listening
- Prioritization, organization, and accountability
- Problem solving and interpersonal skills
- Dependability, adaptability, and flexibility
- Confidence
Other Benefits of Working Within the Ivey Ranch Community:
- Learn skills to improve everyday life and increase confidence and independence
- Experience with education-based recreational activities
- Exposure to an inclusive environment and diverse group of learners who have a variety of needs and abilities
- Engage in activities that are physically, mentally, and socially stimulating
The Work Participants Will Do
Ivey Ranch offers a variety of equine assisted learning and therapy programs in order to meet the complex needs of its diverse community. Onsite participants will feel good about being a part of the meaningful work Ivey Ranch does. Offsite participants will feel good about being part of the broader community they live in.
Eligibility
Adults ages 18+.
Participants should be able to listen and follow directions, appropriately functioning in a social setting. Participants should be able to handle their own self-care and administer their own medications.
Participants with a history of aggression, violent, or self-injurious behaviors are subject to further review.
Get Started in the Tailored Day Service
Ivey Ranch can provide TDS to those who have contractual services through a Regional Center (such as the San Diego Regional Center) as well as to those who choose to pay privately.
Use the form below to inquire with our Working Intern Program Manager.
If the client is fit for the program, they will be invited to apply by completing an application.
Get matched with a Life Skills Coach.
Still Have Questions About Tailored Day Service?
We’re happy to help — reach out and we’ll get you the information you need.
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