Encore Programs, Inc.

Encore is an arts-based day program for adults, 18 years of age and older, with intellectual, developmental and physical disabilities. Decades of evidence demonstrate that the creative arts are especially suited for instruction and learning and can help pave the way for full community inclusion. The Encore staff includes degrees/credentialed instructors who work with clients through music, visual and fine arts, language arts, wellness and active classes, technology and industrial arts. Encore concentrates upon the personal development of each participant in support of his or her goals of self-reliance and independence. Participants are supported in self-care, social and leadership skills, personal responsibility, and vocational readiness.

Population Served: People with developmental disabilities

CAVA supports adults who are dual-diagnosed with both intellectual disabilities and a co-occurring psychiatric disorder or emotional health issue/crisis. Clients must be able to participate in and benefit from psychotherapy. CAVE accepts individuals throughout Southern California. The staff at CAVA include credentialed therapists and teachers. We also work closely with California State and UC university systems’ Schools of Social Work graduate programs to host interns each academic year. The staff at CAVA provide individual and group therapy and encourage independence through self-care, social and leadership skills, as well as personal skills in assertiveness, personal ... view more »

Encore is an arts-based day program for adults, 18 years of age and older, with intellectual, developmental and physical disabilities. Decades of evidence demonstrate that the creative arts are especially suited for instruction and learning and can help pave the way for full community inclusion. The Encore staff includes degrees/credentialed instructors who work with clients through music, visual and fine arts, language arts, wellness and active classes, technology and industrial arts. Encore concentrates upon the personal development of each participant in support of his or her goals of self-reliance and independence. Participants are supported in self-care, social and leadership skills, personal responsibility, and vocational readiness.

Population Served: People with developmental disabilities

CAVA supports adults who are dual-diagnosed with both intellectual disabilities and a co-occurring psychiatric disorder or emotional health issue/crisis. Clients must be able to participate in and benefit from psychotherapy. CAVE accepts individuals throughout Southern California. The staff at CAVA include credentialed therapists and teachers. We also work closely with California State and UC university systems’ Schools of Social Work graduate programs to host interns each academic year. The staff at CAVA provide individual and group therapy and encourage independence through self-care, social and leadership skills, as well as personal skills in assertiveness, personal judgment, and accountability. Specific empirically-based therapeutic modalities are used to maximize successful outcomes. If a participant’s long-term goal is employment, he or she can work on skills that are transferable to a vocational setting. Many CAVA clients work or have worked in the past and are either retired or aspire to return to the workplace. CAVA’s therapeutic support aims to reduce incidences of hospitalization and increase quality of life by addressing clinical issues before they erupt into crises.

Population Served: People with developmental disabilities and dual diagnosed

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Makers Market

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Jun 8, 2023

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Our Response to COVID-19:

What is the Coronavirus?

COVID-19, aka Coronavirus, is a highly infectious virus that causes respiratory symptoms (i.e. coughing, sneezing) as well as a fever. COVID-19 is particularly dangerous for elderly people, people with respiratory conditions, people with compromised immune systems, and other fragile populations. As a result, our participants are at risk for the danger of COVID-19, and we must all work together and take precautions to keep everyone safe.

Where is it happening?

California is currently experiencing an outbreak of COVID-19. In Orange County, there have been four confirmed cases of COVID-19 and two more unconfirmed. In preparation for a widespread outbreak, the County Health Officer has declared a local emergency in order to focus resources in preventing the spread of COVID-19. Outside of Orange County, nearby cities such as Long Beach have also had confirmed cases of COVID-19 and are also taking steps to prevent an outbreak.

What WE’RE doing:

At Encore Programs Inc., we’ve always taken great care to prevent the spread of disease. We have wall-mounted hand sanitizers at every door, plus tables, chairs and doorknobs are cleaned daily using germ-killing bleach solutions. Our staff are also trained to wear food-handling gloves when feeding and nitrile gloves during other activities of daily living to avoid cross-contamination. We will remain vigilant regarding the health of all and we will be keenly watchful for any possible symptoms of sickness.

What you can do to help:

We can’t do this without you! We need the help of all caregivers and family to keep our participants and staff safe and healthy. Please make sure to adhere to the following:

If a participant is sick, keep them home.
Stay home for 24 hours after fever is gone, without need for fever reducers
Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces at home
Avoid touching your eyes, mouth, or nose with unwashed hands
If possible, procure one month of supplies in case of shortages or quarantine
Try to avoid going to crowded places and limit close contact with people who are ill
Most importantly, wash hands frequently for at least 20 seconds

Thank you for all that you do to keep everyone safe and healthy. Know that we will continue to monitor situations as they change and that the care of your loved ones is our utmost concern,

Encore Programs, Inc.

Makers Market

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