Inclusion & Support Services
The Weinstein JCC is committed to making sure that everyone feels welcome and integrated in our community . We strive to enhance the lives of children with special needs by providing opportunities for personal and educational growth in our Preschool , Childcare , After-school and Summer Camp programs . Our program for adults is designed to engage those with cognitive and physical disabilities through social and recreational opportunities . The Center promotes full accessibility , including a wheelchair-accessible van for transportation to and from activities .
Adult Circle of Friends
An intimate , supportive group for adults with special needs Ages : 22 +
The Adult Circle of Friends is a social and recreational group for adults with special needs . The focus of this group is on learning new social skills and making friends . The group meets once a month and will remain at the Weinstein JCC for planned activities .
This group is intimate and supportive by design . Participants need to be able to transition well into new settings and feel comfortable in public places .
$ 25 JCC members per event $ 30 non-members per event Code : 19058
Kesem Inclusive Theatre Project
October - March
Join us for our 6th year of making magic ! Kesem (“ Magic ” in Hebrew ) is exactly what occurs when actors , both with and without needs , go through this theatrical process together . A theatre education initiative for adults ages 18 and up , Kesem provides a comprehensive theatre education experience from process to performance . Participants will meet weekly to create a performance shaped around their unique abilities and interests . Weekly meetings will be a combination of virtual and in-person and we will culminate the season with a theatrical performance open to the community .
For more information , please contact Missy Bunce at 804.545.8658 or at mbunce @ weinsteinjcc . org .
$ 200 JCC members , $ 225 non-members Code : 19057
All Are Welcome
The Weinstein JCC embraces and welcomes the diversity of our community and encourages everyone to seek meaning and fulfillment by participating in our rich programming inspired by our Jewish heritage . We open our doors to everyone , including people of all backgrounds , religions , abilities and sexual orientations , and interfaith couples and families . Inclusion permeates our Center .
Inclusion is the Weinstein JCC
Contact Missy Bunce , Youth , Family , Camping and Support Services Director at 545-8658 or mbunce @ weinsteinjcc . org for more information . Weinstein JCC | 2022 Winter Activity Guide 5