Program areas at Esperanza Community Services
Esperanza school - a private, therapeutic school serving students with disabilities between the ages of 5 and 21. The school's mission is to provide the instruction and Services needed by students with disabilities to become as productive and independent as possible in school, family, and Community life.
Coleridge adult training program - serves adults with developmental disabilities, ages 21 and older. The program trains adults with developmental disabilities to learn how to make decisions, develop their skills, and move toward greater independence.
Community integrated living arrangements (cila) - the cila program of the organization seeks to offer residential Services in a safe environment that reflects the choices of the people who live in the cilas. The program provides residents with training toward independence in daily living, economic self-sufficiency, and Community integration.
Client and family support program (cfsp) - serves individuals of all ages with all levels of developmental disabilities who live at home in the chicago area. The purpose of cfsp is to assist people with developmental disabilities to live in the Community with family members and to find and connect participants with resources and trainings.
The behavior program - uses research-based techniques to help participants reduce behaviors that are interfering with their ability to achieve goals while helping them improve communication, focus, and other positive skills that will help them become more independent.