Bridge

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Bridge

Social Skills/Activities

Program Description

Bridge services focus on people with severe and profound developmental disabilities and seniors who need a greater level of support. The program provides support in the areas of daily living, recreational and social skills by providing active engagement in meaningful daily activities.

Additional Supports

  • Transportation is available through PACE or private pay
  • Community outings help generalize the skills learned
  • Music and Art Therapy available
  • Coordinated case management provided by Qualified Intellectual Disability Professionals (QIDP)
  • Support from contractual Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBA) available. Services include behavioral assessment, development of a behavior support plan and ongoing evaluation and supports

Program Highlights

  • Meaningful daily activities such as cooking, music, arts & crafts
  • Frequent community participation in events and recreational activities
  • Music and Art Therapy available
  • Gardening program available through support of University of Illinois at Chicago
  • Community access through participation at events and recreational activities
  • Focus is on assisting with personal care needs and encouraging relationship building, maintaining and enhancing skill level
  • Available Monday through Friday, 8:30am-3:30pm

Admission Criteria

To be eligible for the Bridge Program, a person must:

  • Be at least 18 years old
  • Have a diagnosis of a developmental disability; other disabilities may be present
  • Be able to adapt to a group setting within a reasonable timeframe
  • Be willing to participate in the program and attend on scheduled days
  • Be able to have medical needs met by The Bridge Program
  • Be able to self-medicate if medications are taken during the day program hours
  • Meet funding requirement, which is usually Medicaid, or have ability to pay privately

Location
4343 W. 123rd St.
Alsip, IL 60803

Contact Information
For more information, contact:
Consumer Support Services Coordinator
708-371-9700 ext. 352
DDServicesIntake@sertomacentre.org