Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities Services
IndependenceWORKS
Discover IndependenceWORKS
IndependenceWORKS is a comprehensive Community Access Group for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. We serve adults ages 18 and older with mild to moderate intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Our ultimate goal at IndependenceWORKS is to provide day-to-day engagement and enrichment. We do this by exploring our community through group community outings and following a top-notch schedule of in-house activities. A community outing could be a trip to the bowling alley, a visit to an art museum, and anything in between. Our participants' community outings broaden their scope of the world around them.
On days when a community outing is not scheduled, our participants enjoy our 8,300-square-foot IndependenceWORKS building. Additionally, we have in-house programming where our participants follow a schedule of learning and socializing activities led by our team of Direct Support Professionals.
IndependenceWORKS is a fantastic option for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities looking for their next step toward independence. Available to people of all faiths.
A World of Activities & Experiences
At IndependenceWORKS (IW), no two days look the same. Our calendar is packed with unique opportunities that combine fun, learning, and life skills development.
Creative Projects & Events
Annual Film Festival – Participants work together to write, film, and produce their own movie, building creativity and teamwork while learning to follow step-by-step directions.
IW Olympics
From egg races to water balloon tosses, these friendly sports encourage teamwork, sportsmanship, and healthy habits
Cultural Celebrations & Themed Days – From Disability Pride Month events to our tropical Beach-Themed Day, we embrace fun, culture, and self-expression.
Community Engagement & Advocacy
Client Advocacy Trips
Participants visit the state capitol to learn about government, speak up for themselves, and practice civic engagement.
IW Elections
Our elections bring debates, campaigns, and voting to life, teaching leadership, accountability, and critical thinking.
Music & Performing Arts
Drumming Demo
A guest artist leads an interactive percussion experience, highlighting rhythm and creativity.
Jazz Concert Night – A night of music appreciation, where clients enjoy world-class recordings in a jazz-club-inspired setting.
Adventures in the Community
Annual Summer Road Trip – This year, participants voted to visit the Bavarian-style town of Helen, GA for a two-day getaway.
Everyday Outings
Whether at the zoo, an art museum, or a soccer match, participants are always discovering new places and passions.
Building Independence & Life Skills
Our curriculum is rooted in real-world skills that foster confidence and self-sufficiency.
Self-Advocacy
Learning to communicate needs, request accommodations, and express personal choices.
Home Living Skills – From cooking and meal planning to budgeting and household routines, participants gain tools for everyday independence.
Recreation & Innovation
New Rec Room
A hub for fun, with video games, puzzles, board games, comic books, and themed spaces for relaxation and socializing.
Virtual Reality (Meta Quest 3)
Cutting-edge VR programming immerses participants in new worlds and interactive learning experiences.
Why Choose IndependenceWORKS?
Whether exploring the world around them or building connections within our walls, participants at IndependenceWORKS are supported every step of the way. Open to individuals of all faiths, we’re more than a program—we’re a community of so many abilities.
IndependenceWORKS: where growth, friendship, and independence come to life.
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Testimonials
Daniel is so happy in the IndependenceWORKS Program. He always tells us what he did and the activities are great. His vocabulary has increased and his social skills are improving. It is a wonderful program and we feel lucky to have this opportunity.
Parent of IDDS Participant