Day Activity and Volunteer Programs

What if work doesn’t work for my child?

Volunteer programs that may lead to a jobCenter for Autism Employment Center (MERS-Goodwill)St. Louis Arc

Community Integration Programs

(designed for adults with developmental disabilities)

Individuals spend the majority of the day in the communityVolunteering with assistanceParticipating in recreation and developing personal

interests

Ratio is often 1-4 or less

Expensive – usually funded through Medicaid Waiver

Center-based programs(designed for adults with

developmental disabilities)

Activities might includeArts and craftsVolunteer work experience on siteExercise routinesSome community based trips

Ratio is usually 1-6

Medicaid waiver funded or private pay

Adult Day Health Care

Center-based program

Goal is prevent nursing home placement

Include health monitoring, socialization, recreation, rehabilitation

Funded by Medicaid through the Dept. of Health and Senior Services

For individuals with a disability or those at least 60 years of age

Things to think about…

Funding

Location

Transportation

Years of service

Seniority of staff

Community experiences

Staff-to-client ratio

Questions to ask…What are the activities?

What are the hours of operation?

How many days a year is the program closed?

What is the age range of participants?

What is the ability range?

What are the program goals?

Is there a waiting list?

What is the application process?