Day Habilitation or Structured Day Programs
Mission:
Develop and maintain essential life skills that maximize an individual's potential and independence.
Provide support and structured activities tailored to their needs and goals.
Enhance socialization, communication, personal care abilities, and community inclusion.
Collaborate with family members to coordinate care and support.
Day Hab Services Foster:
Skill development: daily living skills like personal hygiene, cooking, money management, etc.
Travel skills: use of public transportation, community navigation, and independent, safe travel.
Communication skills: verbal and non-verbal communication.
Socialization: interactions and connections through group activities and community outings.
Community integration: participation in community events, volunteer opportunities, and utilization of local resources.
Therapeutic interventions: such as occupational, physical, or speech therapy.
Behavioral support: to manage challenging behaviors and promote positive ones.
Typical Hours of Operation:
Monday through Friday: 9 AM to 2 PM or 3 PM. but they may vary depending on the program and location.
Payment:
Many Day Habilitation programs are funded by Medicaid
Private pay on a sliding fee scale may be available
Transportation Arrangements to and from Day Hab:
Medicaid transportation: In New York, Medicaid ensures members can get to and from their medical appointments at no cost. Check what your state provides.
Contracted transportation: Some programs contract with transportation services to provide route-based transportation to and from their programs.
Pick-up and drop-off: Some programs offer pick-up and drop-off services by staff members.
Independent travel instruction: Some programs offer instruction on how to use public transportation independently.
Examples of two programs near me.
