Day Services for Adults
At Arizona Foundation for the
Handicapped (AFH), our goal is to provide progressive daytime
programming opportunities to the individuals we serve. It is our
objective to challenge and stimulate each individual to accomplish
the highest level of independence possible. We offer extensive
training in a structured setting and are active in the community.
The Day Treatment for Adults Programs are curriculum based and focus
on areas of communication, self care, community awareness, social
development, community access, household chores, and money
management.
Social Beginnings
Program
The Social Beginnings
Program presents a diverse and innovative approach to teaching daily
living skills with a "hands on" approach. The focused skill training
areas in this classroom include working cooperatively with peers,
self-expression through arts and crafts, the use of manipulatives
and tactile exercises, and personal hygiene.
Pre-Vocational
Program
The Pre-Vocational
Program affords the opportunity for individuals to learn job
training through volunteer services in the community. Some of these
programs include U-MOM, Salvation Army, Desert Haven Nursing
Facility, St. Joseph's Hospital, St. Mary's Food Bank, and St.
Vincent de Paul. Pre-vocational activities prepare individuals for
future placement in a vocational program. Many individuals have
graduated from the DTA Pre-Vocational Program and are now employed
and earning wages.
Seniors Program
AFH also offers a
seniors program for elderly adults who are ready to retire. Seniors
enjoy participating in activities of their own choice, including
spending time with seniors in other programs playing bingo, doing
crafts or just visiting. The emphasis of the program is comfort,
good health and fun.
Activity Program
The Activity Area has
been designated for providing recreational activities to individuals
that are unable to work or do not want to work. Activities will
include in-house activities such as arts and crafts, and excursions
throughout the community. This program will include excursions such
as trips to museums, to the zoo, to the movies, etc.
Emergency Medical
Facility
The Day Treatment for
Adults Program has expanded its facilities to include a room to
accommodate special services for individuals. This facility is
equipped with a changing bed, Geri/feeding chair, shower chair, and
a handicapped accessible bathroom with shower. This facility can
function as a transition room for someone who becomes ill while on
site or in program.
