Faith Riding Center is a horseback riding facility where individuals of all abilities can come learn to ride and learn about all aspects of horsemanship.
The focus is on long-term riding programs and do not offer trail rides, date nights, or parties at this time.
Offers developmentally disabled individuals opportunities for community employment, focusing on independence and skill development.
Office: 617 Davidson Street Watertown, NY 13601
"DPAO offers families the opportunity to hire someone to take care of their developmentally disabled individual in the home. Families with developmentally disabled individuals with severe medical difficulties or who are difficult to care for, participate in this program. The parent hires a respite provider and submits a voucher. DPAO pays for the services rendered by the respite provider."
Office: 617 Davidson Street Watertown, NY 13601
"DPAO sponsors a Summer Recreation program for five weeks each summer for youngsters with special needs. The program serves children who reside in Jefferson County, who because of special needs (developmental, mental, physical, or socioemotional), have been reluctant or unable to successfully participate in the recreational programs currently offered. The program offers the children activities such as arts and crafts, group games, and field trips. The program is coordinated and supervised by a trained special educator, staffed with young adults who are hired under the auspices of DPAO and JTPA, and supported by many volunteers." Must Meet OPWDD Eligibility
"Emphasizes community inclusion with activities outside the home, such as utilizing public transportation and shopping skills."Must Meet OPWDD Eligiblity
"Focuses on daily living skills such as cooking and personal hygiene in the home."Must Meet OPWDD Eligiblity
"Self-Direction is a person-centered approach that allows individuals to create their own budget within the Personal Resource Allocation (PRA) and choose their own Community Habilitation or Respite staff. " Must Meet OPWDD Eligibility
"The Fiscal Intermediary assists individuals in exercising budget authority by helping with billing, payroll, purchasing goods, tracking expenditures, and more. " Must meet OPWDD eligibility.
Multiple Respite Options Including: Free Standing, and RecreationOPWDD, OPWDD CCO Care Management, Medicaid required
Office: 617 Davidson Street Watertown, NY 13601