Developmental Training

Developmental Training

The Developmental Training Center offers a day program that assists individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in achieving new goals, interacting with others, and enjoying meaningful activities. Staff develops an Individualized Service Plan (ISP) and gets to know a client’s interests, hobbies and personality, as well as vocational interests and goals.

  • Self Help
  • Sensory stimulation
  • Leisure activities
  • Painting
  • Socialization
  • Daily living skills
  • Community integration
  • Communication skills
  • Mobility training
  • Personal safety
  • Volunteerism
  • Positive behavioral supports
  • Music Therapy
  • Art Therapy
  • Exercise and movement activities
  • Geriatric Specialization programing

To learn more about this program please contact Natalie Zelman, Director of Developmental Training, at 815-434-0737 extension 16 or email her at nzelman@ottawafriendship.com.

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