Day Habilitation / Transition Services
State Operated Day Habilitation programs provide services for adults with developmental disabilities. The programs are geared toward social recreational and leisure activities; however focus on interacting with people using community resources. The programs are staffed with Center Directors, Assistant Center Directors, Active Treatment Facilitators, Attendant Chauffeurs and Administrative Specialist.
Transition. The goal for this program is for students with developmental disabilities exiting the Department of Education to experience a smooth transition to Adult Services with a provider of choice funded through DDDS. The Day Service Administrator oversees and manages this program.
Services provided by Day Habilitation / Transition staff include:
- Provide individual experiences that enhance the ability to make choices
- Provide training opportunities for individuals that promote developmental growth
- Provide meaningful activities that are tailored to the interests of each individual
- Provide assistance with arranging transportation referrals to specialist and other services
- Assist family members and students with referrals and application processes
- Coordinate services for employment options
- Coordinate services for Day Program options
- Monitor contracted agencies who provide Day Habilitation Services
- Monitor contracted agencies that provide follow along services for people who are employed
Contact your Regional Community Services Office for information about Day Habilitation / Transition Services.
