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 , 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 .
Save the Date : DIVERSITY & INCLUSION FESTIVAL February 7 – 9
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 . The group is intimate and supportive by design .
Participants need to be able to transition well into new settings and feel comfortable in public places .
Days and times vary per event . $ 25 member | $ 30 nonmember ( per event )
Be on the lookout for a series of planned Teen Mental Health Workshops in 2023
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 .
Contact Andrea Costanzo , Director of Inclusion and Support Services , at acostanzo @ weinsteinjcc . org for more information . Weinstein JCC | 2023 Winter / Spring Activity Guide 7