Innovative programming for adults of ALL abilities. (18+)

Community Development Services (CDS)
Real-time community-based interactive learning

Next Session Jan - Feb 

CDS: On-site Skill building
Olney
​​​(Adults 18+)

Thursdays 8 classes
​January- February 
10:00-11:30am
Cost: $325
Dates: Jan. 8, 15, 22, 29 
​Feb. 5, 12, 19, 26
Organizer: Jenn Lynn
Phone: 240.614.0444

UCR is very proud to offer on-site interactive learning and community- based programs!  These skill building classes for adults with I/DD take place at various locations in our community. The activities provide access and supports to achieve skills development, acquisition and independence to gain complete community integration.

These programs promote positive growth opportunities, skills development and maintenance working towards;
-Competitive integrated employment opportunities
-Socially acceptable behavior
-Self-advocacy skills 
-Relationship building and immersion in their community
-Engagement with residents
-Volunteering experiences
-Team work
-Focus and task completion
-Spatial awareness 
-Decision making skills 
-Staying in designated area 
-Organization
-Tolerance of novel and stimulating environments

Leslie Gerran-Davison is our On-Site  Program facilitator is supported by UCR volunteers.  Learn more about her here!

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PROGRAM QUESTIONS
[email protected]

Learners will be practicing the following life-skills in an integrated environment:
* Appropriate social skills
* Folding & stacking 
* Cleaning tables
* Place settings & folding napkins
* Polishing Silver
* Team work & socialization 
* Cleaning and sanitizing
* Problem solving
* Lifting, moving and arranging furniture
* Task completion
* Advocacy skills 
* Executive Function ​

All skill levels accepted, no personal hygiene care provided. Minimal behaviors will require caregivers/staff. 

Meghan Jones Scholarship fund
was established in 2025 to support those seeking UCR's independence building and life skills programming. As a founding member of UCR, Meghan lived and worked independently! We are happy to present this fund to assist students in need who want to follow in her footsteps to employment. Email Jenn Lynn if you are in need of a scholarship.

Payment is required at the time of registration.

Register Here

Mamma Lucia's 18244 Village Center Drive, Olney MD