Program areas at Paladin
Day services is a combination of all day programming. Day services includes adult day activities and habilitation services, creative concepts (art & music), computer lab, and community habilitation services. Habilitation focuses on daily living skills training and individualized plans used throughout the day to maximize the individual's potential. Community-based programming is also utilized. Basic needs, such as toileting, feeding, and stimulation, are addressed in all programs as needed. Computer lab services consists of integrating training on computers, with programs such as word processing, spreadsheets, internet use, and other educational programs. Adaptive equipment may be used to enhance skills. Creative concepts includes art and music appreciation.
The infant care program welcomes little ones from six weeks to "first steps." This program assists parents to return to work after the birth of their newborn. Pre-school and pre-k children continue to learn self-care, early literacy, and interpersonal skills through fun activities. Three qualified child caregivers provide opportunities for the 14 toddlers to transition into their "preschool-hood." Children use all of their senses as they learn about the world around them. The head start promotes school readiness for children, ages three to five, in low-income families by offering educational, nutritional, health, social, and other services. Head start programs enhance the social and cognitive development of children and actively engage families in their children's learning so that children will be successful in kindergarten.
Residential services provides individuals living in their home settings supervision and structure twenty-four hours per day. Paladin staff supervise the living situation and assist with daily living skills activities.
Transportation is provided to clients to/from Paladin, Inc. When other transportation is not available. Transportation services are also provided to qualified community individuals to/from doctor appointments and qualified community individuals.