Call 508-744-1141 to apply for Explorers!
The Explorers program gives adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) and/or autism spectrum disorder (ASD) a chance to get outside and enjoy nature, develop social skills, and build new friendships.
Learn more about the world around you. There is always something new to see and somewhere else to explore – meadows, salt marsh, sandy beaches, tidal flats, woodland trails. Sharing the experience forms stronger bonds and creates lasting memories.
This 8-week program strives to develop and support meaningful and healthy relationships for individuals with high-functioning IDD and/or ASD while hiking through the beauty of Cape Cod.
Get some fresh air and a fresh perspective!
Apply today by calling 508-744-1141 or completing the form below.
It can be challenging for individuals with IDD and/or ASD to understand the nuances of friendships and communicating with others.
The Explorers program aims to teach adults with IDD and/or ASD improved social skills to develop more friendships and healthy relationships while having a good time doing things they enjoy.
Utilizing natural environments on Cape Cod, we engage groups of individuals over an 8-week period (Saturdays, 10am-2pm).
An experienced and trained Community Connections staff member accompanies Explorers in activities, while helping them to improve their social skills.
Future offerings for Explorers may include cooking, gaming, and photography.
Community Connections staff provide a safe environment for participants to engage in friendship building with members of the group, among community partners, and the public.
By creating and planning activities in the community and bringing in local experts, the Explorers program staff guides communication, helps identify social cues, and offers suggestions on appropriate interactions.
The guidance from staff is woven naturally into activities and experiences.
Through this process, participants gain skills and confidence in growing friendships.
Apply by calling 508-744-1141 or completing the form above.
Our current capacity is limited. We are taking applications from individuals who would like to participate. Once the application is submitted, the individual will be contacted by our staff and interviewed for appropriate placement.
At this time, this program is fee-based. An 8-week session (Saturdays, 10am-2pm) is $750 and includes:
Limited scholarship opportunities available.
Call 508-744-1141 to apply for Explorers!
Through personalized case management, we design individualized programs that build on the strengths of the whole person, enabling them to live as independently as possible in their community.
We count on donors like you, so our clients can continue to reach their goals through therapies and activities.
