Programs & Activities
The Hannah and Friends Neighborhood offers several fun and educational activities for children and adults with special needs.
For questions regarding programs and activities, please contact April Kwiatkowski by phone (574) 217-7860 x 2, email april@hannahandfriends.org
Fall 2010 Program Information
For our Fall 2010 Program Packet, click here.
For a Fall 2010 Program Calendar (PDF file), click here.
Online Program Calendar
For the Hannah and Friends Neighborhood Program Calendar, click here.
Day Program
A unique day program for adults with developmental disabilities that promotes individual growth through meaningful activities in a supportive atmosphere. The goal of the day program is to build functional daily life skills to ensure the participants have the skills necessary to be as self-reliant as individually possible.
Drums Alive
Join the dynamic movements of aerobic dance with the pulsating rhythms of the drum. It is a unique sensory/motor program that is designed to give the mind and body instant feedback through continuous movement and rhythmical flow.
Music & Movement
Join your friends and local artist engage in the art of Creative Movement and Music. Creative Movement is a joyful way for everyone to explore movement through music, develop physical skills, channel energy, stimulate imagination and promote creativity. Creative Movement provides opportunities for noncompetitive, success-oriented and creative experiences.
Yoga
This is a comprehensive program of yoga techniques designed to enhance the natural development of people with special needs. Our style of yoga is gentle, therapeutic and safe for people with different abilities.
Cooking
Local chefs will offer their expertise while you design your own signature creations! Mix, spread, stir, decorate, roll, wrap and bake! Decorate aprons, cookie boxes, write recipe cards or start your cooking journal. Join us as we create exquisite edible masterpieces.
Theatre
Being onstage is unlike any other experience. Basking in the spotlight for an audience's appreciation, even if just for a few moments, is intoxicating, exhilarating, and humbling all at the same time. It is good for the human spirit. This program will enhance social skills, improve self confidence and allow the individual to grow as they portray various characters.
Hang Time
Provides a unique opportunity for young adults to hang out with their peers, discuss their work week and engage in social, recreational, educational and meaningful activities
Dances
Come and shake your groove thing! The Hannah and Friends Neighborhood hosts a dance party each month. One for each age group: 15 & under and 16 and older. Each dance is two hours long and includes all of the favorites.
Parent Meetings
Each month Michiana parents gather and share their story with the group. Please see the Program Calendar for dates.
