Special Needs
Adults with developmental disabilities can enjoy year-round social and recreational programs designed to enable them to interact with their peers and improve their social skills, all while developing meaningful relationships. We partner with the Jewish Association for Community Living and other group homes in the area and also welcome those living independently or with their families.
We take full advantage of the JCC facilities, including the pottery studio and The Swim & Tennis Club, which hosts the annual Swim and BBQ Party.
For questions or for more information or to join our email list, please contact Becky Munday, Special Needs Program Coordinator, 860-231-6339, bmunday@mandelljcc.org.
The JCC reserves the right to cancel any class for insufficient registration. Participants will be notified as soon as possible and their fees refunded. A refund will be given if the participant withdraws one week prior to the beginning of the activity. Refunds will not be given once a class has begun.
Adult Classes & Programs | Summer 2026
END OF SUMMER BASH AT THE SWIM & TENNIS CLUB
Sunday | August 23 | 3:30-5:30pm
Join us at The JCC Swim & Tennis club as we close
out the summer. We’ll be able to play mini-golf and
basketball, play bingo, make some crafts, listen to
music and splash around in the pool! Food, drinks and
snacks provided.
$15 per person
Adult Classes & Programs | Fall 2026
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PLEASE NOTE: Fall registration is now open for JCC members! Registration will open to all on Tuesday, August 18 at 9:00am. |
Pottery with Geralynn Kay
Enjoy creating pottery as a form of self-expression, improving motor skills, problem solving, and patience.
Fall Session 1:
Mondays | Sept 14, 28; Oct 5, 12, 19, 26
Class 1 - 5:30-6:15pm
Class 2 - 6:30-7:15pm
No class on Sept 21
$75 per 6-week session, sign-up required
Fall Session 2:
Mondays | Nov 2, 9, 16, 23, 30; Dec 7
Class 1 - 5:30-6:15pm
Class 2 - 6:30-7:15pm
$75 per 6-week session, sign-up required
Karate with Sensei Dave
Learn the basics of Martial Arts in a fun and relaxed atmosphere with a concentration on fitness, camaraderie and sportsmanship.
Fall Session 1:
Wednesdays | 5:30-6:15pm | Sept 16, 23, 30; Oct 7, 14, 21
$65 per 6-week session, sign-up required
Fall Session 2:
Wednesdays | 5:30-6:15pm | Nov 4, 11, 18, 25; Dec 2, 9
$65 per 6-week session, sign-up required
Fitness Class
Join our new fitness program that combines fun, low impact exercises and simple strength training to help build confidence, coordination, and overall fitness. Enjoy staying active while connecting and socializing in a supportive and encouraging environment!
Fall Session 1:
Thursday | 5:30-6:15pm | Sept 17, 24, Oct 1, 8, 15, 22
$65 per 6-week session, sign-up required
Fall Session 2:
Thursday | 5:30-6:15pm | Nov 5, 12, 18, Dec 3, 10, 17
$65 per 6-week session, sign-up required
Music Therapy with Maggie Carchrie, MA, MT-BC
Join Board Certified Music Therapist Maggie Carchrie as she uses music to improve and maintain the social, physical, and psychological well-being of our community all through active music making
Fall Session 1:
Class 1: Tuesdays - 4:30-5:30pm
Class 2: Tuesdays - 5:45-6:45pm (Virtual option available)
Sept 22, 29; Oct 6, 13, 20, 27
$65 per 6-week session, sign-up required
Fall Session 2:
Class 1: Tuesdays - 4:30-5:30pm
Class 2: Tuesdays - 5:45-6:45pm (Virtual option available)
Nov 10, 17, 24; Dec 1, 8, 15
$65 per 6-week session, sign-up required
Rosh Hoshanah Celebration
Sun. Sept 6, 1:00-2:00pm
Ring in the Jewish near year with the JCC and JCL. We will listen to stories, do some crafts and of course eat apples and honey!
$10 Sign up required
Sukkot Event
Sun. Sept 20, 1:00-2:00pm
Join us as we listen to stories about Sukkot, have some ice cream, make a craft and enjoy each other’s company.
$10 Sign up required
Kindness Day
Sun. Nov 15, 1:00-2:00pm
Celebrate World Kindness Day by promoting compassion towards others and performing mitzvots (good deeds) together with your friends. Snacks will be provided!
$10 sign up required
Holiday/Hannukah Party
Sun. Dec 6, 1:00-2:00pm
Save the date for a holiday celebration!
$15 sign up required
Bingo!
Everyone’s favorite game where everyone wins!
Sun. Oct 4, 1:00-2:00pm
Sun. Nov 1, 1:00-2:00pm
Sun. Dec 20, 1:00-2:00pm
No cost, sign-up preferred
Contact Becky to sign up; bmunday@mandelljcc.org
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| Adult Special Needs programs are funded in part by the Jewish Federation’s annual campaign. |
