Redwood School & Rehabilitation Inc

Adult Day Program ( ADP ) : Adults with multiple disabilities and medical fragility achieve skills that allow for meaningful participation in normal activities of daily living. Adult independence specializes in providing personal care, nursing support and dietary services to meet health and wellness needs, while promoting quality of life through access to social interaction, purposeful activity, life-long learning and leisure experiences. Adult Mentors provide highly individualized training. Self-directed development in community living, physical fitness, basic computer usage and daily living skills provides a unique opportunity for growth. Number of clients served is 101. Vocational Day Training ( VDT ) : Operating with area businesses, VDT delivers a mix of vocational training and employment opportunities to help adults with disabilities prosper through the power of work. Adults learn increasingly complex work and life skills to access jobs and maximize self-sufficiency. Work is completed in our structured workshop environment , work crews at community businesses, and on site at Redwood in our client operated store. Number of clients served is 55. Community Employment Services ( CES ), Pre-Employment Transition Services (Pre-ETS) and Drivers Permit: CES assists individuals with obtaining and maintaining competitive employment at a community employer. Through Pre-ETS young adults participate in group based training sessions designed to prepare for transition into adulthood, for college enrollment or successful employment. Additional driver's permit training is provided for individuals with disabilities. Number of clients served per year for these programs is 15.

Children Services include:Educational Care: Educational Care offers a unique and inclusive therapeutic childcare environment where children with and without special needs (from birth to age 20) flourish. Programs offer safe and nurturing care, developmental stimulation and an educational curriculum that fosters the development of skills essential for future school and life success. The low staff-to-child ratio, onsite nursing care, access to therapy services and "parents as parents" philosophy assures that all children have the opportunity to reach their full potential. Number of clients served is 106.School Age: Children and youth with special needs (ages 5 - 21) experience enriching activities, peer relationships, and opportunities to develop new skills and social/emotional competencies during afterschool or out-of-school hours. Caring mentors, small group sizes, low child-to-staff ratios, and a supportive learning environment help participants become increasingly independent, responsible, and confident. Service learning and community outings help kids develop an understanding of their connection to the community. Number of clients served 5.Prescribed Pediatric Extended Care: Serves children with complex medical needs. Children receive specialized health care by classroom based registered nurses, based on physician's orders. Nurses address medical issues, collaborate with other health care professionals, respond to medical emergencies, and maintain close communication with the family and physician. Adapted dietary programs support nutritional well-being. Number of clients served is 62.