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Adult Day Care

Day care is a critical complementary component to Magdala’s Group Homes and Independent Support Living (ISL) programs
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Nearly 400 beds support the unhoused.

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250 residents are currently housed in our shelters and transitional homes.

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Bridged over 300 unhoused residents to permanent housing, since 2021.
ABOUT OUR

Adult Day Care

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The Adult Day Care assists clients Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., through social and physical activities, nutritional lunches, daily exercises, music and therapeutic art.

Day Care is a critical complementary component to Magdala’s Group Homes and Independent Support Living (ISL) programs.

A Reliable Partner

Magdala’s Adult Day Care is a reliable source for those seeking on-site day services for adults who are intellectually and developmentally disabled.

Person-centered Care

Our focus is on personal skills and assisting our clients in becoming independent in day-to-day non-vocational activities. It gives our clients opportunities for more choices in their daily lives.

Maximized Support

Our program caters to the cognitive and physical development of the clients. We provide a community that fosters inclusion, social stimulation, positive well-being and daily activities.

Adult Day Care goals

The Adult Day Care helps adults acquire knowledge in the following areas:

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Safety and community skills

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Personal Care

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Self-direction

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Behavior

Adult Day Program clients enjoying an activity day at Tower Grove Park.

Socialization

Additionally, the following opportunities may be available thanks to our partners.

  • Volunteer, semi-employment, and employment settings.

  • Utilizing their abilities in the community.

  • Maintaining individualized comprehensive service plans.

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Safety and community skills

Personal-Care-Client-baking-cookies

Personal Care

Behavior-IDD-center

Behavior

Self-Direction-ADC

Self-direction

Socialization

Additionally, the following opportunities may be available thanks to our partners.

  • Volunteer, semi-employment, and employment settings.

  • Utilizing their abilities in the community.

  • Maintaining individualized comprehensive service plans.

Admission Criteria

  • 18 years and older
  • A primary diagnosis of intellectual and developmental disabilities
  • May have a dual diagnosis
  • Ambulatory: able to independently evacuate for a fire drill in 3 minutes or less
  • Needs 24 hours supervision support
  • Does not require 1:1 or line of sight supervision
  • Does not need a physical restraint plan
  • Has deficits in various areas such as money management, medication administration, hygiene, household tasks and social/behavioral skills
  • Must have Medicaid Waiver with the Department of Mental Health

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Success Stories

“
Jefferson spaces opened my eyes. I really appreciate their work. They feed us, we can shower, and it is a nice place to stay. I can relax, not looking over my shoulder. Doctors are available. This place brings me joy.
– Tiny Homes Resident 
House-Supervisor

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What I enjoy most about working at Magdala is the everyday success I see clients achieve. I enjoy supporting clients in creating normalcy in their homes, and I enjoy being around coworkers who live to advocate on behalf of our clients.
– House Supervisor

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I feel safe and I love my friends. I like to exercise, play games, and go on field trips with my friends at the day program.
– IDD Resident

Every person deserves to live with dignity.

Our group homes are funded through contractual arrangements with the Missouri Department of Mental Health and Housing and Urban Development (HUD),
and supporters like you.

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