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Life Skills Training Center
Providing neurodivergent adults 21+ with the support needed to reach their maximum level of independence and achieve their fullest potential in life.
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Heather Schulz, MHA, Director of Life Skills Training Center, 516.484.1545 ext.104, hschulz@sjjcc.org
Funded in part by Annette and Sheldon A. Sinett BASICS Fund, North Shore Autism Circle, and OPWDD.
Brought to you by Irene & Ronald Cohen Life Skills Training Center
Please contact Mathew Roozrokh, Life Skills Training Center Manager, at 516.484.1545 ext. 264 or mroozrokh@sjjcc.org to schedule an intake prior to participating in programs.
DAY HABILITATION PROGRAM WITHOUT WALLS
Program Without Walls promotes each individual’s fullest potential by helping them learn and explore their strengths through the development of transferable life skills. Our dedicated, trained, and compassionate staff work with each individual to identify their personalized goals, appropriate volunteer and training opportunities, and assess to help promote individual growth.
A typical day in the program includes life skills training, community outings, volunteer opportunities, educational workshops, and group recreation activities such as games, yoga, and meditation.
Volunteer Activities include:
- Community Needs Bank: Volunteering by stocking, prepping orders, and delivering food to those experiencing food insecurity in the community
- Heritage Farms and Garden: Learning community integration and transferable horticulture skills
- Herrick’s Adult Day Program: Delivering lunches to frail seniors
Life Skills Activities include:
- Daily training to help participants learn skills such as social/interpersonal skills, community inclusion, money management, travel training, safety skills, personal care, coping, and self-advocacy
The blend of volunteering, education, and the opportunity to socialize and collaborate with peers provides the optimum experience for individuals to reach their fullest potential and gain a true sense of pride. OPWDD accepted.
The program operates Monday-Friday 9:30am–2:30pm.
SOCIAL PROGRAMMING
AFTERNOON SOCIAL CLUB
Socialize with peers through age-appropriate recreational activities and conversation. Some activities include art therapy, pet therapy, video and board games, karaoke, and exercise.
Monday–Friday
2:30–5:30pm
SATURDAY SOCIAL CLUB
Similar to our Afternoon Social Club, the fun continues on the weekend. OPWDD accepted.
Select Saturdays
11am–4pm
INCLUSIONWORKS–VOCATIONAL TRAINING
Through our Social Enterprise Café, adults gain vocational training and paid employment experience. Apply today!
