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Quarterly Client Newsletters:
All articles in these newsletters are original, researched and written by the newsletter classes at the CP Centers in the Greater Green Bay Area and on the Lakeshore in Two Rivers. Staff strives to maintain client originality and any errors are our own.
Click the links below to read more from our clients.
Green Bay Area Newsletter Classes:
CP Center Speaks - March 2013
Sharing and Caring Gazette - March 2013
Lakeshore Newsletter Class:
CP Scoop - Spring 2013
Adult Day Services, with locations in
Green Bay
and on the Lakeshore in
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Rivers,
provides functional activities for adults with severe physical and developmental disabilities. Activities are designed to teach and encourage individuals to become as independent as possible in all areas of their life regardless of the degree of disability. Training is provided in the areas of: communication, fine and gross motor skills, self-care skills, community integration and education, social skills, functional academics, computer education and exploration, vocational skills, recreation and leisure skills training, therapeutic and recreational swim activities, and independent living skills training. Services provide organized instruction in functional age-appropriate activities to maintain and improve desired skill levels as indicated on an individual's personal program plan.
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Adult Services at Cerebral Palsy, Inc. (CP) is funded through contracts with local human service agencies in Northeastern Wisconsin. Participants in the program are adults over the age of 18 years old and are no longer served by their school district. Individuals in the program have a variety of disabilities with most having severe physical or multiple disabilities including, but not limited to:
- Cerebral Palsy
- Muscular Dystrophy
- Spina Bifida
- Multiple Sclerosis
- Autism Spectrum Disorders
- Communication Disorders
- Cognitive Disabilities
- Seizure Disorders
- And other neuromuscular and related disorders
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Eligibility will be determined on an individual basis, through intake interviews and assessment.
If you are interested in inquiring about services offered in Adult Day Services, please contact us at (920) 337-1122 (Green Bay) or (920)-553-1122 (Two Rivers) and ask to speak to a Service Coordinator.
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The exercise program is a unique part of Adult Day Services. Individuals welcome the opportunity to get out of their chairs to stretch, increase strength and endurance, relax and socialize with peers. Other skills such as eye-hand coordination, switch activation and attention to task are enjoyed by many. The atmosphere stimulates individuals' senses while making the room a fun place to be. It is here that individuals are able to follow through with therapeutic exercise. |
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CP has a wonderful kitchen that boasts many adaptations. These include, but are not limited to, switches, lower counter tops/ sinks, adapted utensils, adapted cookbooks, and picture symbols throughout. The participants have the opportunity to learn many skills such as kitchen safety, decision-making, sequencing, turn taking, matching, communication and tasks such as measuring, pouring and stirring. The best part is getting to sample what is made! |
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Participants have an opportunity to experience the community around them in Green Bay, Two Rivers and the surrounding areas In the community. Individuals are able to work on a variety of skills including money management, time management, socialization with peers and others, mobility in the community, safety, and just having fun. Some of the popular places we like to visit are: Options for Independent Living, Packer Hall of Fame, Bay Beach Wildlife Sanctuary, Botanical Gardens, Farmers Market, Music in the Park and many others. |
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Unique to CP is our adapted computer lab. In computer classes, participants have the opportunity to utilize and learn a variety of computer technology and software programs. Types of software we use range from simple cause and effect programs to Microsoft Word and Excel documents. Since the abilities vary, the Adult Day Service staff works with the individual to find the least complicated and most successful way to access the computer; using touch screens, headmouse, adapted keyboards or single switch.
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Currently, a group of clients at each facility work on the quarterly client newsletter. The group meets once a week, works together and puts out a great newsletter. The computer lab also gives individuals an opportunity to access games, access the internet, learn pre-vocational skills and have paid work opportunities.
You can also purchase items made by the clients in the computer room. To find out more about our Computer Work Activities Program and items you can purchase click here.
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In the Work Activities Program, individuals have the opportunity to increase their work skills by doing a variety of paid jobs for CP and other companies. |
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Working gives participants a chance to feel like a valuable member of society and allows them to work as a part of a team.
Jobs include, but are not limited to the:
- Small assembly and packaging Jobs
- Shredding confidential papers
- Applying logos on clothing, textiles, etc., using a heat transfer method or embroidery
- Button making
- Data entry using an excel spread sheet
- Collating, assembling and folding newsletters
- Cutting and gluing notepads, etc.
- Applying names and/or logos to pens, cups, napkins, golf balls, etc. Using an imprinter
- Stocking vending machines and counting the profits
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WAP also provides staff for community job coaching.
If you would like additional information about the WAP feel free to contact us at (920) 337-1122.
***We are always looking for new jobs to do on-site in our Work Activities Program. If you have any jobs or questions about what we can do for you please contact the Work Activities Program.
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Participants in the WAP may also use a variety of computer adaptations to create personalized stationary products for any occasion, holiday or special event. Personalized products include address labels, notepads, banners, buttons, cards, invitations, stickers, gifts tags, and certificates. |
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Here at CP we are able to offer something rather unique to most day service facilities: a therapeutic pool. Individuals benefit immensely from the warm water (92 degrees). Through the use of floatation equipment, clients are able to be independent in the water and experience the sensory input the water provides. The pool is an excellent environment to work on standing, walking, relaxation, range of motion and sensory issues. |
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It also gives individuals an opportunity to relax, have fun and be more independent. If you would like to learn more about our therapeutic pools, click here. |
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Other classes offered in Adult Day Services include music, Zumba, lifeskills, wheelchair dance, pet therapy, garden and many others. Our class schedule is continually changing to meet the needs and interests of the people we serve.
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Other Available Services
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Many teenagers and young adults with physical and multiple disabilities need assistance transitioning from high school to the community or want to enjoy summer recreational opportunities. The summer program is an 8 week recreational program during the summer. During this time, they enjoy being with peers in a variety of community activities, going swimming, and just having great summer fun. Click Here for a pdf of the 2012 Summer Program brochure.
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Other individuals may need help with activities that are done every day including self-cares, home management, and many more. Click here for more information. |
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Our Assistive Technology Department is always there to give a helping hand in classes and with specific assistive technology. The department also assists with augmentative communication devices, enabling non-verbal clients the opportunity to communicate. To learn more about the Assistive Technology department click here.
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Adult Day Services has employed the talent of many individuals with different backgrounds and degrees.
- COTA
- Psychology / Sociology
- Human Development
- Therapeutic Recreation
- CNA
- Activity Coordinator
- And others with related backgrounds and experiences
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The variety of backgrounds gives the Adult Day Services staff a unique approach to the needs of the consumers. Each staff member adds his or her touch of expertise to the program.
In the Summer Transition Program the staff is made up of high school and college students. The staff is enthusiastic, kind, and work as a team to have a fun-filled summer. Volunteers are always needed and welcomed in both the adult program throughout the year and in the Summer Transition Program during the summer.
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