The New Bedford Special Needs program provides services to 18 developmentally delayed adults. The program is offered Monday through Friday year round and includes an eight week summer program with an emphases on outdoor activities. At the conclusion of the summer program, a theme show is presented for family and friends. The theme of each show is agreed on by the participants.
Rehearsals begin immediately and run through the day of the show.
Services that are provided include daily physical activities, field trips, daily living skills, arts and crafts as well as tabletop activities . The program participates in the Special Olympics that are held each spring. Several of the program participants have numerous medals to show as a result of their accomplishments.