An on-site adult day and community program
New Adventures gives participants a place to build skills, join activities, connect with others, and take part in structured programming.
New Adventures
New Adventures is DDSi's on-site adult day and community program for older individuals with disabilities.
Overview
Participants come to the DDSi / New Adventures location and also get out into the community to volunteer, attend activities, visit parks, enjoy recreation, and build meaningful social and life experiences.
Community outings and volunteer experiences
Participants may take part in parks, splash pads, sporting events, cat cafe and PAWS volunteering, nature preserves, fishing, libraries, fire station visits, Touch-a-Truck, seasonal outings, and community volunteering.
Facility activities
Facility features and activities may include air hockey, basketball, a dance floor, outdoor area, picnic tables, crafts, visiting instructors, yoga, watercolor painting, Zumba, and other structured activities.
Daily support
Direct Support Professionals help participants take part in daily activities, community outings, and skill-building opportunities while supporting dignity, choice, and safety.
Quick facts
- Who it helps
- Older individuals with disabilities who benefit from structured day programming, community outings, recreation, volunteer experiences, social connection, and life-skills opportunities.
- Where it happens
- On-site and community based. Participants come to the DDSi / New Adventures location and take part in community outings.
- Program leadership
- Sara Shelton — Director of Support Services — Day Habilitation / New Adventures
- Funding
- DDSi accepts Indiana Medicaid waivers, including the Community Integration and Habilitation Waiver (CIH), Family Supports Waiver (FSW), and Traumatic Brain Injury Waiver (TBI). The Health and Wellness Waiver (H&W) is coming soon.
How New Adventures is delivered
Participants come to DDSi / New Adventures and also take part in community outings and activities.
Program FAQs
Who is New Adventures for?
New Adventures is an adult day and community program for older individuals with disabilities.
Do participants stay only inside the facility?
No. Participants come to DDSi / New Adventures and also take part in community outings, recreation, volunteering, and seasonal activities.
What kinds of activities happen?
Activities may include crafts, recreation, movement, community outings, parks, sports games, libraries, volunteering, visiting instructors, yoga, watercolor painting, and Zumba.
What is the staff ratio?
Staffing is arranged to support each participant.
How do we get started?
Use the Get Started contact path and DDSi will connect the inquiry to the correct support services team member.
A closer look
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