In addition, they are responsible for yard care and minor maintenance duties. Students have the opportunity to prepare lunches, assist in making menus, grocery shopping and meal preparation. Speech, physical and occupational therapy, and mobility and orientation services are delivered directly at the House. Therapists go out into the community to work on skills that are necessary to increasing the students' independence, such as driving an Amigo, getting their wallet out of their pocket, etc. Self-advocacy is an important area that is also worked on.
Students learn how to express their needs, wants, and desires.
Vocational programming is a significant component of the House program. Over a dozen worksites have been utilized to provide students with opportunities to improve their work habits and job skills both in small groups and individually. Some of these worksites include grocery stores, theaters, florists, and restaurants. As students progress in their work proficiency, individual work placements are made in coordination with local agencies. Job shadowing is also provided, allowing students to observe different jobs available at various worksites and to explore job preferences.