The Chimes has always been committed to the belief that every person has the right to a full and rewarding life. We serve and support our clients and their families with the following programs. Infant stimulation and early childhood intervention offers intensive sensory training to minimize disabilities in later life. Family support works with caregivers to help them cope with the challenges developmental disabilities can present. Day habilitation programs train in hygiene, personal care, socialization, communication, and activities of daily living for adults with multiple handicaps.
Adult education offers community living skills, pre-academic and academic training.
The Work Study program provides pre-vocational and vocational services to teenaged clients in conjunction with their special education schools. Services are offered within the individual's school setting. Job placement and coaching places individuals in competitive jobs in the community and supports them as they learn their duties. Our professional library and resource center serves human service professionals throughout the region. We welcome inquiries from all who share our belief that these people have the right to achieve their potential and live full and satisfying lives.