Marin Adult Day Program

Serving Adults with Disabilities, utilizing Behavioral Supports by accessing Recreation, Education and Employment Training in the Community

Overview

The Marin Adult Day Program operates mainly in Marin County and provides access to recreation, education, and employment training in the community to adults with developmental disabilities. Services include person centered supports to adults with disabilities through access to activities in the realms of recreation, education and employment training through skill acquisition and trained behavioral supports, including Individual Service Plans (ISPs) designed and overseen by Board Certified Behavioral Analysts and implemented by both Registered Behavioral Technicians (RBT certification) as well as experienced Direct Support Professionals. This community program is designed to support adults with disabilities that have faced challenges in other programs and require a higher level of support for health and safety reasons. Our program design provides a ratio of 1 staff to every 2 participants.

Program Goals

Marin Adult Day Program supports our participants to access an inclusive and full community experience of their choosing. Participants develop the skills necessary for full participation in work and community life through some exposure to paid work and career development as well as education and recreation activities. Anticipated outcomes include:

  • Development of work experience through participation in paid work.

  • Development of employment skills including social and communication skills.

  • Understanding of job opportunities, expectations, and requirements.

  • Development of healthy habits for workplace wellness.

  • Demonstration of self-advocacy in a variety of settings.

  • Access to integrated recreation and education opportunities.

Program Activities

Community-based jobs include paid work at local businesses and volunteer training at nonprofit agencies. Recreation activities and vocational education classes are conducted in the community and provide job exploration as well as the enjoyment of local parks and activities available to the public.

On-Site Activities

  • Thrift Store Shopping & Processing

  • Adult Education Classes

  • Daily Exercise and Table Games

  • Special Events and Seasonal Activities

Community-Based Activities

  • Tours of Local Businesses

  • Career Center Trainings and Job Fairs

  • Volunteer Training at Nonprofit Agencies

  • Regional Parks and Recreation Area Trips

Our Facilities

We are located in the heart of Novato, providing access to a number of shops, nature trails, parks, restaurants, and other activities within walking distance. The program is designed to have a ratio of 1 staff to 2 participants providing this higher level of support while still allowing for progress towards independence.

“We feel well supported as parents and feel like the team at UCPNB is committed to partnering with us. We are thrilled to have been on the ground floor of the first Marin Adult Day Program and we’re excited to see it grow. ”

— Beth & Barry Silver

Learn more about this family’s experience with our Marin Adult Day Program.

For More Information about the Marin Adult Day Program

Contact Us:

Address:

7120 Redwood Blvd, Suite A

Novato, CA 94945

Telephone:

(707) 766-9990

Program and Enrollment Information:

Jen Whalen

Director of Community Programs

(707) 584-5859, Ext. 2

jwhalen@ucpnb.org