Building Belonging: A Community Integration Program for Adults with Special Needs

The Githens Center PALS Program is our community integration program that provides community-based recreational activities for adults 21 and older one Saturday a month.

A Community Integration Program for Adults with Special Needs is designed to support individuals with intellectual, developmental or physical disabilities in becoming active, valued participants in their communities. These programs aim to enhance independence, build life skills and foster social inclusion.

Members participate in selecting the activities for the year, which include going to the movies, seeing plays at a theater, trips to the aquarium and learning about local art and history.