CHILD AND FAMILY SERVICES

Summer Camp

ADEC’s Summer Camp, with Elkhart and Mishawaka locations, is one of the few full-length summer camps in the Michiana area that serves children with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Staffed by Direct Support Professionals, camp is a place for individuals aged 6-22 to have fun, make friends, express themselves, and retain interpersonal skills developed during the school year. Activities include educational outings like trips to the zoo, a therapeutic equestrian center, arts and crafts, and a talent show.

ADEC Therapy Services

ADEC offers recreational, behavioral, and music therapy to allow individuals to reach new goals, process emotions, learn new skills, and reinforce positive behaviors. All behavior support plans are supervised by a Health Service Provider in Psychology.

After School Program

ADEC offers an after-school program Monday-Friday at ADEC’s Resource Center. The Program serves school-age individuals. Members work on homework, exercise, play games, and form peer-to-peer relationships.