activities · 16
what they do
direct service · 16
- Community Integration and Independent Living Support Independent Living Skills TrainingOffers individualized support to help individuals with disabilities achieve personal goals and increase independence through training in person-centered planning, household and money management, health and personal safety, and accessing community resources. Includes transition training, mobility training, and peer relationship-building through local activities and excursions.
- Community Integration and Independent Living Support Independent Living Skills TrainingProvides individualized support to help individuals with disabilities achieve personal goals and increase independence through person-centered planning, mobility training, and access to community resources. Services include transition training, volunteer opportunities, and peer relationship-building activities in fully integrated community settings.
- Day Training and Life Skills Programs for Adults with Disabilities Adaptive Social and Recreational ProgramsProvides community-based day training programs for adults with disabilities aged 18 and older, integrating classroom instruction in communication, money management, safety, computer literacy, and personal and social skills, along with specialty courses in art, ASL, computers, cooking, and self-advocacy. Programs operate seven days a week from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at over 20 locations in San Diego County.
- Day Training and Life Skills Programs for Adults with Disabilities Adaptive Social and Recreational ProgramsProvides community-based day services for adults with disabilities aged 18 and older, offering classroom instruction in life skills such as communication, money management, safety, and personal and social concerns, alongside specialty courses in art, ASL, computers, cooking, and self-advocacy. Programs integrate classroom learning with community participation and vocational development.
- Early Intervention Services for Children (Birth to Age 3) Early Intervention for Infants and ToddlersProvides early intervention services for children from birth to age three who have developmental delays or are at risk for delays. Offers home-based and center-based services, including scheduled home visits, small group activities, and access to physical, occupational, music, and speech therapists who support families with home-based learning strategies.
- Early Intervention Services for Children with Developmental Delays Early Intervention for Infants and ToddlersProvides early intervention services for children from birth to age three who have developmental delays or are at risk for delays, offering home-based and center-based services including scheduled home visits, small group activities, and access to physical, occupational, music, and speech therapists. A behavior specialist is available to support families.
- Parenting Support for Individuals with Disabilities Parent & Family Training for Special NeedsCollaborates with the Early Intervention Program to support individuals with intellectual disabilities who are parents by providing parenting skills training, securing daycare, and connecting families to resources to improve child outcomes.
- Residential Services for Individuals with Disabilities Supported Living for IDDOperates 10 residential homes across San Diego County—located in Kearny Mesa, National City, Chula Vista, Lemon Grove, Spring Valley, Lakeside, and Santee—that support independent living for adults with disabilities. Homes provide ongoing community engagement, recreational activities, and support for daily living.
- Residential Support Services Supported Living for IDDOperates 10 residential homes for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities across San Diego County, located in Kearny Mesa, National City, Chula Vista, Lemon Grove, Spring Valley, Lakeside, and Santee. Provides ongoing support for independent living, including community engagement, recreational activities, and household management.
- Respite Care Services Respite Care for DisabilitiesOffers respite services that provide short-term care for individuals with disabilities, available in-home or at a dedicated Respite House, to support families and caregivers.
- Respite Care Services Respite Care for DisabilitiesProvides respite services offering short-term care for individuals with disabilities, available in-home or at a dedicated Respite House, to support families and caregivers.
- Service Delivery InfrastructureProvides services for people with disabilities at more than 20 locations in San Diego County, operating seven days a week from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
- Vocational Development and Employment Services Supported Employment for People with DisabilitiesOffers vocational development and employment services including job placement, employment preparation, on-the-job support, and paid work experiences in light industrial, janitorial, grounds maintenance, and recycling jobs. Supports participation in volunteer work and vocational training in fully integrated community settings.
- Vocational Development and Employment Services Supported Employment for People with DisabilitiesOffers vocational development programs and employment services including job placement, employment preparation, on-the-job support, and work experience in light industrial, janitorial, grounds maintenance, and recycling jobs. Supports participation in paid work experiences and post-secondary education in integrated community settings.
- Wellness and Recreational Programs Integrated Wellness ProgramsOperates a wellness center offering adaptive yoga, fitness, nutrition classes, and art and music therapies. Provides recreational programs including local activities, excursions, and trips to attractions, shopping, and dining to support health and peer relationship building.
- Wellness and Recreational Programs Integrated Wellness ProgramsOperates a wellness center offering adaptive yoga, fitness, nutrition classes, and art and music therapies. Provides recreational programs including local activities, excursions, shopping, dining, and trips to local attractions to support peer engagement and community inclusion.
strategies · 13
how they think
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- Community Integration as a Pathway to Inclusion community_integrationDelivers services and supports in integrated, natural community settings to foster socialization, skill development, and independence through real-world engagement in employment, education, volunteerism, and daily activities.
- Community Integration as a Pathway to Independence community_integrationDelivers services and programming in integrated, natural community settings to promote socialization, skill development, and inclusion through real-world engagement in employment, education, volunteerism, and daily living.
- Comprehensive, Lifespan Support Model comprehensive_support_modelOperates as a full-spectrum service provider by offering integrated, coordinated supports across multiple life domains and stages, ensuring continuity and accessibility of care for individuals with disabilities and their families.
- Comprehensive, Lifespan Support Model comprehensive_support_modelOperates as a full-spectrum service provider by offering integrated, coordinated supports across multiple domains and life stages, ensuring continuity and accessibility of care for individuals with disabilities and their families.
- Daily Living Skills Training daily living skills trainingProvides targeted instruction in daily living activities to build independence and enable greater community participation for adults with disabilities.
- Daily Living Skills Training daily living skills trainingProvides structured skill-building in daily living activities to enhance independence, self-sufficiency, and community participation for adults with disabilities.
- Experiential and Applied Learning experiential_learningEmphasizes the application of academic and classroom-based knowledge to real-world contexts, enhancing practical skill development and independence.
- Experiential and Play-Based Learning experiential_learningApplies classroom learning and developmental support through real-world experiences and holistic, play-based routines that foster growth in motor, cognitive, language, social, and self-help skills.
- Family-Centered Early Intervention family-centered_careEngages parents and caregivers as active partners in early childhood development programs, using family-centered practices to support holistic child growth within daily routines and relationships.
- Family-Centered Early Intervention family-centered_careEngages parents and caregivers as essential partners in early childhood development programs, using collaborative goal-setting and active participation to support holistic child growth.
- Holistic, Play-Based Development play-based holistic developmentUses a holistic, play-based approach embedded in daily routines to support integrated development across motor, cognitive, language, social, and self-help domains in early childhood.
- Individualized Goal-Setting and Planning individualized_support_planningCollaborates with individuals, families, and service coordinators to set personalized goals and design programs that reflect unique needs, strengths, and aspirations.
- Person-Centered Planning and Support person-centered planningUses individualized, person-centered approaches to design services and daily schedules that reflect personal goals, preferences, and needs, emphasizing self-advocacy, dignity, and independence across programs.
named programs · 13
what they call their work
Community Inclusion Services
Supports clients in volunteer activities, vocational training, paid work experiences, and post-secondary education in integrated community settings.
Day Training Services
Classroom instruction and community integration for adults with disabilities focusing on life skills such as communication, money management, computer literacy, and bilingual instruction.
Early Intervention Services
Family-centered early educational services for children from birth to three years old with developmental delays or at risk for delay; includes home- and center-based options with support from therapists.
Employment Services
Provides individual and group job placement, employment preparation, and on-the-job support in various industries.
Independent Living Services
One-on-one support for individuals living independently, including help with household and money management, health and safety, and accessing community resources.
Independent Living Services (ILS)
Supports individuals with intellectual disabilities in living independently by providing training in household and money management, health and safety, accessing community resources, and recreational activities. Also assists parents with intellectual disabilities.
Our Place Wellness Center
Offers adaptive yoga, fitness and nutrition classes, and art and music therapies for individuals with disabilities.
Recreation
Local recreational activities and excursions through Personal and Leisure Services (PALS) to help participants build peer relationships.
Recreation (Personal and Leisure Services - PALS)
Offers local recreational activities and excursions to help participants build relationships with peers through relaxation, entertainment, and new experiences.
Residential Services
Staffs 9-10 residential homes across San Diego County where individuals with disabilities live as independently as possible with support.
Respite Services
Short-term relief for families by providing in-home or overnight care at a Respite House on weekends.
Supported Living Services
Training in person-centered planning, household and money management, health and safety, and community access.
Tailored Day Service Option
Customized, community-based vocational, educational, and recreational support for adults with disabilities based on individual goals.
relationships · 5
who they work with
- Early Intervention Program Partner — Collaborates with ILS to support individuals with intellectual disabilities who are parents.
- Jaime Shackelford Partner — Director of Community Inclusion Services at The Arc of San Diego
- Nadine Schleigh Partner — Contact person for residential services inquiries.
- San Diego Regional Center Government — Referral and funding source for Tailored Day Services for adults with disabilities.
- San Diego Regional Center Partner — Collaborates with service coordinators from San Diego Regional Center to develop individualized goals for participants.