Thrive works to break through barriers and surpass expectations so our people can live the lives they want. We offer social and rec opportunities for adults and children with developmental or intellectual disabilities (IDD). We foster feelings of belonging, accomplishment, and connection. We provide purposeful experiences that bring Thrivers (our members) into the community.… Continue Reading Social & Recreation [...]
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Social and Recreation Department
The Social and Recreation Department works to offer year round programming of purposeful activities for people of all abilities. Instructors, coaches and volunteers teach programming with a focus on: skill building social interaction community inclusion and involvement Quarterly newsletters are mailed to people in our area of 16 towns in Massachusetts. Wheelchair Ramps, Accessible… Continue Reading Social and Recreation Department [...]
Social and Recreation Support/Life Skills Management
Classes and Activities include – Life Skills Management: Cooking classes Money management Nutrition (healthy eating) Sports Programs Buddy Ball Baseball Hoop Heroes Basketball Soccer Stars Karate Recreation Dinner dances Theater performances Concerts Pilgrim Belle Sunset Cruise Holiday parties Seasonal arts and crafts classes Sibshops The Arc of Plymouth and Upper Cape Cod is a… Continue Reading Social and Recreation Support/Life Skills Management [...]
Social and Sexual Development Training
If you have arrived here you are probably looking for information or services related to social development and sexuality among teens and adults with significant intellectual or learning disabilities. Perhaps you are the parent of a preteen who receives special educational services. Perhaps you are the sister or brother of an adult with an… Continue Reading Social and Sexual Development Training [...]
Social Enterprises Group Employment
Venture Community Services owns and operates several businesses in South Central Massachusetts. Our businesses are mission-driven. They offer valuable resources to our community. We provide integrated employment opportunities to people with intellectual, developmental, and emotional disabilities served by our agency. These supported employment programs empower our members in becoming productive, self-determined contributing members of… Continue Reading Social Enterprises Group Employment [...]
Social Groups
Thrive’s adult Social Activities focus on building self-esteem and challenging boundaries. People create feelings of belonging, accomplishment, and connection. Social Activities happen regularly, either weekly, monthly, or semi-monthly. We provide purposeful experiences that bring our members into the community. We offer the community an appreciation for the unique gifts every individual has to offer.… Continue Reading Social Groups [...]
Social Groups & Family Support
Thrive’s adult Social Groups bring together people with like-minded interests to share their skills or thoughts and create a community. Social Groups focus on creating meaningful moments. Groups give people a sense of belonging, connection, support and open communication. Adult social groups spotlight interests such as self-advocacy, empowerment, and cooking skills. Thrive empowers… Continue Reading Social Groups & Family Support [...]
Social Recreation Programs
The Arc of Plymouth and Upper Cape Cod is dedicated to providing quality social, educational, athletic and recreational experiences to people of all ages and abilities. Activities are designed to give creative and fun skill-building opportunities while maximizing community connections. Activities and events are run by qualified, dedicated professionals and staffed by Arc employees.… Continue Reading Social Recreation Programs [...]
Social Recreational Youth Programs
As one of the largest youth development agencies in Central Massachusetts, we provide mentoring, programs, and services that help youth reach their full potential. We invite you to become part of our organization as a Club member, donor, or volunteer. Together we can make great things happen for our kids, and for the city… Continue Reading Social Recreational Youth Programs [...]
Social Rehab Services
Social rehabilitation (SR) services help people with vision loss become more independent in their homes and communities while adjusting to their vision loss. SR counselors connect consumers with support services within the agency, including: rehabilitation teaching orientation and mobility assistive technology (AT) Consumers receive services in their home setting. The consumer and counselor work together to select the most appropriate services and develop an… Continue Reading Social Rehab Services [...]
