A PROGRAM LIKE NO OTHER

The relationships our staff form with each individual and their support network allow us to prioritize and target important independent living skills unique to each person. For some, cooking and food preparation may be a priority, while for others, managing money and budgeting may be critical areas in improving their independence and quality of life. Staff creatively collaborate with the adults we serve to integrate these skills within targeted activities and daily routines.

Through our many partnerships with other not-for-profit organizations and private businesses, our program provides the opportunity to actively contribute to the community.  Whether it be helping at a foodbank or at an animal shelter or,  working part-time for a fair wage with one of our partner businesses, the DANI staff support adults with developmental disabilities to develop the skills needed to perform meaningful and valued work.  We believe that knowing you have a relied upon role in your community is essential to well-being.

Through engaging, interactive experiences in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics, individuals acquire practical knowledge and skills relevant to an increasingly technological world. Programs such as Computer Literacy, Science Exploration, and Space Studies provide foundational insights into critical STEM concepts, enhancing each individual’s ability to navigate everyday life with greater independence and confidence.

Beyond skill acquisition, these programs cultivate critical thinking, self-advocacy, and intellectual curiosity. Interactive and exploratory activities like science experiments and technical problem solving, build confidence and resilience, enabling individuals to approach new challenges independently.

Our Health and Physical Wellness programs teach essential self-care strategies in nutrition, stress management, anxiety reduction, and advocating for personal health needs.

Programs such as Active Living, Yoga and Fitness, Swimming, and Healthy Living provide practical, enjoyable opportunities for individuals to engage in physical activity and develop routines that support long-term health and well-being.

Improved physical fitness, strength, motor coordination, and endurance, empower individuals to lead active lives with greater autonomy.

We incorporate emotional resilience practices, helping individuals manage stress, build confidence, and achieve greater emotional balance.

Activities are carefully designed to promote lifelong health habits, ensuring participants are not only capable of making informed health choices but are also prepared to advocate effectively for their personal wellness.

At DANI, we pride ourselves on our innovative arts programming that sets us apart from others in the sector.  We recognize the power of artistic expression as a tool to help individuals for self-expression, self-advocacy and forming a connection with their community.  

DANI's annual theatre production grants the opportunity to be a member of a hardworking and collaborative theatre troupe.  Our productions—held every year, for hundreds of attendees from our greater community—are the culmination of the group’s hard work, dedication and remarkable creativity.

Each year, the staff support our participants with adult-appropriate visual arts programming that both fosters an appreciation for visual art and produces amazing art pieces that are presented to the community for auction.  The themes and dazzling presentation of our Annual Art Show are the talk of the town.