Courageous Connections
Courageous Connections: We set out to create a non-traditional, person-focused adult day support program. This program is catered to high-energy individuals who won’t be satisfied with a more leisurely schedule. Instead, Courageous Connections works in small groups of four to stay active, improve our skills, and make a difference every day. Sign up here!
Adult Day Support: Courageous Community Services’ Day Program incorporates a variety of social, recreational, and volunteer opportunities while helping adults with intellectual disabilities gain skills with their employment and personal goals.
Real Connections: Our small group allows participants to interact with peers, build friendships, and develop social skills through group activities and community outings.
Meaningful Activities: CCS identifies opportunities for our participants to be involved in leisure and recreational activities of interest to them and facilitates their use of community resources such as parks, theaters, and festivals.
Skill Development: CCS creates opportunities for skill acquisition in areas such as vocational training, job readiness, and activities of daily living.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Courageous Connections?
Courageous Connections is an adaptive, personalized Adult Day Support (ADS) program for adults with intellectual or developmental disabilities.
Who is eligible?
Any adult over 18 years old with an I/DD diagnosis is eligible.
What are the hours?
9:00-2:00, Monday through Friday.
What is the staff to participant ratio?
Our ratio is 1:4 or lower. We offer 1:1 services as needed.
Do people have to attend all five days a week?
No! You can set your personalized attendance schedule to be whatever days work best for you each week.
What kinds of activities do they do?
- Volunteering
- Educational development
- Work skill building
- Therapeutic recreation
- Outdoor, active recreation
- Swimming
- Art
- Social skills coaching
- Monetary exchange practice
- See the calendar below for more details
What is the typical daily schedule?
Our daily calendar will be posted and updated here every month!
What services are provided?
- Personalized ISP goal expansion
- Intimate personal care (assistance with toileting, hygiene, etc.)
- Assistance with eating
- Medication dispensation
- A safe, fun environment
How do you communicate with caregivers?
Our staff are more than willing to provide daily check-ins after dropping participants off at home. This is a regular, casual, everyday practice for us. We also send out paper copies of the calendar each month and reminders of outings beforehand. Text and call communication will be further provided as needed.
Check our Facebook page for fun photos of our day-to-day activities!
Who provides lunch?
Our participants bring lunches with them from home. We have a full kitchen on-site for advanced meal preparation.
Do you provide transportation?
Yes! Restrictions apply based on distance from our site. Reach out to LauraK@ccsohio.org for details.
How are services paid?
We accept DODD Medicaid waivers and private pay, for those who do not have waivers. Reach out to your SSA or the local county board to see about having Courageous Connections added as an approved service. If you need help navigating this process, contact us here at CCS.
What other programs are offered at CCS?
- ISP and IEP advocacy – Do you need or want a professional advocate to sit in on your service plan meeting? We will do that at no cost. Call 419-875-6828 or email LauraK@ccsohio.org.
- People First of Toledo – This is our disability self-advocacy group, run by and for individuals with I/DD who are interested in learning more about and advocating on disability issues. There is no charge for membership. Meetings are the third Thursday of every month at the Holland Library.
- Courageous Acres – This is our biggest and longest-running program, established back in the 1960’s. Courageous Acres is a summer camp for individuals with disabilities of all sorts. We have two day camps for ages 5-19 and ten overnight camp sessions for ages 18+.
- Peer Buddies – Our inclusive Peer Buddies program runs alongside the Courageous Acres day camp program. Peer Buddies are non-disabled children who are matched with a disabled peer for a week of fun out at camp. This breaks down barriers often found in the classroom, and teaches all children that anyone can be their friend.
How do I schedule a tour?
Call 419-875-6828 or email info@ccsohio.org today!
Elements
During the day, each adult is provided with important life and coping skills combined with a fun, learning adventure. Designed to encourage growth, community, and independent living.
Additional Benefits and Learning
