Health and Wellness

 

The Health and Wellness Program strives to enhance the minds, bodies and spirits of the individuals we serve.

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Developmental Skills

The goal of this program is to provide basic academic, social, vocational and personal skill training. Areas of focus include:

• Fine and Gross Motor Skills

• Attention Span Development

• Safety

• Problem Solving

• Grooming

• Communication Skills

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Classes

Classes are offered based on the interest and need of the individuals we serve. Class topics may include:

• Travel and Culture Courses

• History

• Art Education

• Amazing Animals

• Sign Language

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Exercise and Nutrition

Exercise is offered at The Workshop's on-site exercise room,  or, when weather permits, the individuals enjoy outdoor walks.

 

The nutrition program is managed by on-site certified food managers ensuring a healthy, hot lunch is available daily. The Workshop provides free water bottles during the work day for hydration.

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Special Events

The Workshop hosts special events for the individuals we serve and staff members to enjoy a break from everyday work. Special events may include a Spring Fling Dance, Halloween Dance, themed weeks and holiday parties.

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Community Outings

The Workshop offers small group individualized community outings to enrich, expand, entertain and empower our individuals. The activities are of their choosing, examples of outings experienced:

• Shopping

• Picnics

• Coffee for 50+ age group

• Lunch

• Community Events

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Adventure for All

The Adventure for All program allows individuals to choose two local outings each session.  Small groups of 5-6 individuals of similar age and interests participate in the trips of their choice for the day.  Examples of trips include:

• Bowling

• Manicures

• Pottery Painting

• Movie

• Thrift Store Shopping

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