Special health problems are referred to world renowned physicians from the Children's Hospital in Boston or the Marcus Institute in Georgia. Total communication is used through the day as well as augmentative communication. Public school attendance and specialized foster care are arranged when appropriate. After school and on weekends, the staff are Human Development Counselors. Programming emphasizes activities of daily living skills acquisition, independent living skills, and community participation.
Physical therapy is also part of the weekend and evening programs.
Social services, psychiatric, and psychological services are provided. Behavioral analysis takes place within the context of functional communication designed by a behavioral therapist. We also have adapted apartments in the community. We believe that all people, no matter how severe their disabilities, should be given the opportunity to achieve their maximum potential.