Adults
Shalva’s programs support thousands of individuals with disabilities round the clock, every day, from infancy through adulthood.
A Life of Meaning
Shalva’s Adults Program helps people with disabilities build independent, meaningful lives. With independent living, job training, empolyment, and social activities, adults gain confidence and practical tools for adulthood. Designed just for them, the program offers support every step of the way- empowering each person to reach their potential and thrive in the community.
Independent Living in the Community
Shalva’s Independent Living in the Community program offers adults with disabilities a home for life and the opportunity to build their futures with dignity and stability.
Shalva offers high quality living accommodations, a comprehensive program structure, 24/7 supervision, and professional support to maximize each resident’s potential for independence and inclusion into community life.
Assisted Employment Creative Workshop
Shalva’s creative workshop provides adults with disabilities who have lower levels of independence with gainful employment and training in various arts and crafts. A staff of professional artists and therapists work together to teach various creative techniques and support the rehabilitative and personal development of the employees. The crafts are designed with Shalva themes and inspirational messages, and include ceramics, jewelry, wood crafts, sublimation printing, decorative soaps, and herbal tea arrangements.
Vocational Training Courses
Shalva’s vocational training courses teach adults with disabilities to master various skillsets with the intention of preparing them for employment in the mainstream workforce. The courses are operated in partnership with local colleges and the Ministry of Labor, providing graduates with recognized qualifications and official certification. The Riklis-Cooperberg Culinary Institute teaches basic culinary skills, confidence and creativity in the kitchen, and prepares graduates for future employment.
Employment
Shalva serves as a model for successful workplace inclusion. We employ adults with disabilities in various positions in our programs and facilities; working as teachers assistants in the rehabilitative day care, sous chefs in Shalva’s kitchen, and tour guides of the Shalva National Center. Our employees and their bosses are provided with professional support to ensure that their employment is successful and meaningful.
Circle of Support
Circle of Support is a social support program designed for adults with varying levels of independence who choose to reside in their family homes. Shalva conducts recreational group activities twice a week, often involving a rehabilitative component. Additionally, participants attend weekly, personal outings with a professional counselor that are geared toward advancing their personal independence skills.
