Adult Training Program

This program has become an integral part of the rehabilitation center here at TradeWinds. The program is unique in the sense that it is designed in cooperation with our Consumers. TradeWinds is committed to Person-Centered Planning, which entitles every consumer to take an active role in establishing his or her own goals and objectives.

Curriculum Choices:
Small classes made up of nine individuals provide people with disabilities the opportunity to increase their independence in living and working in the community. The curriculum is designed to meet the expressed needs of our Consumers and their families.

Training Courses:
- Personal Hygiene-worksheets, situational role playing, hands on instruction during individual habilitation with trainers
- Money Management-balancing checkbooks, identifying money, budgeting, and performing money transactions
- First Aid-instruction on basic first aid terminology and practices with the aid of Red Cross first aid manual
- Job Skills-filling out job applications, performing on the job, receiving positive explanations of why outside employment is desirable
- Relationships-getting along with others, peer relationships, attitudes and aptitude, basic communication, conflict negotiation, and problem solving skills.
- Goal Setting-assists individuals to set goals and encouraging independent living skills and responsibilities.

Assessments are provided to determine job interests, special abilities, and educations levels.