We provide recreational activities for the disabled population — activities that enhance physical and social development for individuals with special needs and challenges. We also represent and advocate for the disabled community in recreation, health and social services.
The Shared Adventures program provides physical activities, and is also increasingly supporting a network for mental wellness through companionship, community, referrals and peer support.
Involving participant families in our activities leads to social relationships of peers and peer families, which amplifies the special (and basic) needs of our participants. Our organization also deals with a variety of agencies in the community, and we connect participants and families to resources that match needs.
Our work helps disabled individuals and their families achieve stable, healthy conditions and integrate in jobs and schools, leading to less institutionalization, crime and drug use, and family fragmentation.
Thank you so much, it was such a beautiful event. My daughter and all the family had an incredible day. We could feel the love and passion from all the volunteers. We felt we are not alone in this journey and that we are part of a community.
Lucy James, Aptos, 37
