Barrow County

Knowing and practicing ordinary life skills is especially important for developmentally disabled adults. With training and guidance from staff, individuals enrolled in our Programs learn routine tasks such as money management, cooking, personal care and housekeeping; allowing for more confidence and independence.

A versatile Art Program allows artists to express themselves through numerous types of mediums. Many of the masterpieces created here have been displayed and sold at art galleries, libraries, and local community events.

A very talented artist was featured in Gwinnett Magazine describing personal successes he has achieved while participating in our Programs. Read the full article here

Art for Sale

Many of the masterpieces created by our artists are for sale. You can see them displayed throughout our campus buildings and grounds, including our Greenhouse and Community Garden.

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We are in constant need of supplies to help support individuals that choose to explore their creativity through art expression. For a list of common items needed, please see our Art Department Wish List.

Physical activity plays an important role in maintaining health, well-being, and quality of life; and can help control weight, & improve mental health by reducing depression and anxiety. For people with disabilities, physical activity can help support daily living activities and independence.

A healthy & balanced lifestyle includes a fitness structure tailored to specific individual needs. All forms of exercise are beneficial; however, making FITNESS FUN is paramount to motivation and success. Sometimes a bit of friendly competition in group activities stimulates us to try harder; yet at other times we need to be still and reach into our inner selves with free weights or yoga.

Our Production Facility provides a safe work setting for persons with varying degrees of disabilities, and other barriers to employment, to work together and provide labor resources  for local businesses – while also earning a paycheck.

Jobs are separated into tasks from the simple to the more complex so that we can provide work tasks that are appropriate for each individual’s abilities. Work coaches are always on hand to provide supervision and training; while also supporting and encouraging production efforts.

Participating in Horticulture activities allows individuals to learn the responsibility and satisfaction of growing and nurturing plants through all of the many life cycles.

Greenhouse

Gardening is a way for individuals to experience play-in-the-dirt fun first hand. This Program brings many benefits including ground-to-table nutrition and the therapeutic benefit of watching your efforts turn into enjoyable fruits of your labor. 

Community Garden

From its inception in 2021, the Community Garden has become a place where individuals enrolled in our Programs, our staff, volunteers and local citizens can create a perpetual legacy of kindness. 

Remembering how magical childhood field trips seemed when we were young, we want to share those same types of experiences with individuals enrolled in our Programs.

Realizing that learning happens in every setting, our goal is to provide as many learning experiences as possible. We take groups of 4 -10 people, based on individual goals, into specific learning situations in the community where we engage with others and experience life situations.

Each outing has a specific purpose and can include employment, academic and social experiences. From volunteering in our community, to restaurant outings, and visiting museums, theaters, parks, and libraries, exposure to a variety of social gatherings helps create a sense of purpose for us all.