Each residence offers a family atmosphere and is home to eight adults and two house parents. House parents are trained to assume full responsibility for their homes. Duties are typically parental, including household shopping, cooking, and dispensing medications. Breckenridge Village has implemented a unique vocational program, a Candle Shop, which has been designed to expose residents to a working environment and allow them to earn an income. The program also gives them opportunities to develop their skills and talents.
Residents earn a salary based on their production.
Some help is needed occasionally, but everyone can do it, and all participants seem to take particular pride in the candles and in doing their part to keep things running smoothly. Otherwise, if you would like to make a personal purchase visit our candle page. The Village is very much a part of the Tyler community. Frequent trips into the city will give residents opportunities to enjoy numerous attractions, including movies, dining, the Tyler zoo, special events, shopping, and much more. Dances and other on-site events also allow the residents to interact in a social setting and help develop lifelong friendships.