Grow Associates
Community Based Day Supports (CBDS)
Centered on personal interests, the CBDS program has structured group activities that enhance the skills needed to connect people with the community and increase their independence. Accessing the community and learning about opportunities is central to the design and delivery of our services. The individuals gain knowledge that allows them to make informed decisions that guides them on the path they desire.
Community Opportunities:
- Recreation
- Leisure Activities
- Travel Training
- Shopping
- Building community friendships
Volunteering
- Individuals give back to their community by creating connections within the community
Skill Building Activities:
- Money Management
- Healthy Living and Exercise
- Communication
- Safety Skills
- Social Skills
- Activities of Daily Living
- Music Therapy
- Art Classes
- Meal Preparation
Derek is part of the cleaning crew, an in-house enclave. He has just stocked his cleaning and is ready to start work.
Jeremy and Terry are all smiles during a summer outing. Jeremy works daily on the GROW cleaning crew.
Calvin can never resist a photo-op! Here he is with one of his favorite staff, Caroline.
Mom, Joan, and daughter, Julie, anxiously await the raffle drawing at the Fourth Annual GROW Harvest Ball. A long-time part of the GROW community, Julie is active in the Community program.
Bill and Randy put together new tables and chairs for the Day Habilitation program.
The individuals of Day Hab toured the set of WCVB Channel 5 and were even able to try their hand at weather forecasting!
Relaxing after a long day of sightseeing in the beautiful whaling city of New Bedford. Community activities are a big part of the day habilitation program.
Damon happily delivers popcorn during Baseball Opening Day.
A day out at the baseball game.
Getting ready for diners at the Bistro.
Getting ready for diners at the Bistro.
