Every Day with Purpose — Personalized Support and Community Engagement
All of Orchard Village’s day programs offer clinical, behavioral, and recreational supports that focus on the individualized goals and meaningful activities chosen by each participant. When on-site, participants enjoy comfortable and updated facilities that offer technology, recreation, and socialization. Participants also enjoy getting out into their communities for fun, education, volunteer opportunities, and internship.
- Day Services focusing on paths to employment
- More than 20 partnerships with community businesses and other nonprofits
- Promotes independence and self-advocacy
- Participants spend more than 75% of their day in community-based settings
- Day Services focus on enriched daily living with an emphasis on skills building, social and recreational activities, and arts programs
- Collaborate with community organizations for volunteer opportunities and activities
- Spend more than 50% of the day in community-integrated settings
- Day Services for people aging with developmental disabilities and those with limited mobility
- Focuses on enriched daily living with social and recreational activities
- Collaborate with community organizations on enrichment opportunities, both onsite and in local community settings.
Ovations is part of Orchard Village’s recreational therapy program. It gives individuals with developmental disabilities the spotlight to express themselves creatively and confidently. Through acting, music, and movement, participants build communication skills, self-esteem, and a sense of community—all while sharing their talents in inclusive performances that celebrate their voices and stories.
Orchard Academy
A Transitional and Therapeutic Day School emphasizing the integration of vocational and life skills for Young Adults 17 Through 22
Orchard Academy is a private, therapeutic day school that educates special education students ages 17 thru 22 with a wide range of abilities and challenges.
In addition to reinforcing the traditional academic high school curriculum, Orchard Academy teaches students how to apply their knowledge and develop the critical skills needed to transition into a successful and fulfilling life after high school.
The curriculum is enhanced with community-based experiences in all areas, including job placement (both supported and competitive), independent living, and the building of social skills that will optimize the experience of transitioning into adult life. A small student-to-teacher ratio allows staff to provide the best support possible to each student, based on his or her own goals. Students are also supported with therapeutic resources and behavioral health services that are second to none.
Orchard Academy is approved by the Illinois State Board of Education.
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Your support helps individuals with developmental disabilities to live fuller, more independent lives. Whether you volunteer your time, make a donation, attend an event, or advocate on our behalf, every action counts. Join the Orchard Village community today and be a part of creating inclusive opportunities and lasting impact.