Life Skills
MORE SKILLS FOR MORE BEST DAYS
IKUS’s Life Skills and Skill Building programs aim to enrich our clients’ lives by expanding their knowledge and freedom so they can achieve greater independence and self-sufficiency.
FAST FACTS
Ages 18 and up
Year-round services
Weekday schedule based on individual’s needs
Location centrally based at Indian Trails Camp
Monday-Friday (Schedules based upon IPOS and availability).
Transportation
Transportation in Ottawa County provided on a case-by-case basis.
Kent County individuals needing to provide their own transportation via the Go! Bus or a similar manner.
LIFE SKILLS
This program is designed to enrich the lives of adults with disabilities by helping them gain proficiency in life skills such as safety, socialization, leadership, community integration, etc. IKUS mentors support each individual in maintaining and increasing their independence and proficiency in these skills by focusing on the objectives stated in their Person-Centered Plan and IPOS.
Programming takes place in a group setting both in the community and on the grounds of Indian Trails Camp. This unique combination of settings enables us to serve individuals with a variety of developmental diagnoses. Life Skills programming may include, but is not limited to, the following activities:
Community Outings
- Local events
- Shopping
- Libraries
- Bowling
- Volunteering
Life Skills Activities
- Socialization opportunities
- Safety classes
- Exercise activities
- Cooking classes
- Healthy living & nutrition activities
SKILL BUILDING
Skill-Building is a transitional program designed to assist individuals with disabilities with vocational, safety, and community living training, all in a community workforce or volunteer setting. This program is geared toward individuals who want to make progress in the areas of economic self-sufficiency and independence, but who are not quite ready to be competitively employed. The community serves as the classroom as participants serve and learn in a variety of volunteer and work sites while also working with our mentors in the areas of resume prep, job exploration, filling out applications, and interview training. Work and Volunteer locations are chosen in accordance with each client’s Person-Centered Plan.
FAST FACTS
Adults ages 18 and up who are able to work semi-independently
Year-round services
1-year program
LOCATION:
O-1859 Lake Michigan Dr. NW
Grand Rapids, MI 49534
PHONE:
FAX:
(616) 677-2955