Adult Special Needs Classes &amp; Programs

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 | Winter 2026

Karate with Sensei Dave
Learn the basics of Martial Arts in a fun and relaxed atmosphere with a concentration on fitness, camaraderie and sportsmanship.

Winter Session 2:
Wed | 5:30-6:15pm | Feb 25; Mar 4, 11, 18, 25

$50 per 5-week session, sign-up required

Music Therapy with Maggie Carchrie, MA, MT-BC
Board Certified Music Therapist Maggie Carchrie uses music to improve and maintain the social, physical, and psychological well-being of our community all through active music making.
Tue | 4:30-5:30pm | Jan 13, 20, 27; Feb 3, 24; Mar 3
$60 per 6-week session, sign-up required

Bingo!
Everyone’s favorite game where everyone wins!
Sun. Mar 15, 1:00-2:00pm
No cost, sign-up preferred
Contact Becky to sign up;  bmunday@mandelljcc.org

Adult Classes & Programs | Spring 2026

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.

Spring Session 1:

Tuesdays, 4:30-5:30pm, March 24, 31; April 14, 21, 28; May 5

(No class April 7)

Spring Session 2:

Tuesdays, 4:30-5:30pm, May 12, 19, 26; June 2, 9, 16

$60 per 6-week session, sign-up required

Fashion Show!

Thursday, March 26, 7:00pm

Come cheer on the models and celebrate all the fun we have had this year!

Pottery with Geralynn Kay

Enjoy creating pottery as a form of self-expression, improving motor skills, problem solving, and patience.

Spring Session 1:

Mondays, April 13-May 18

Class 1 - 5:30-6:15pm

Class 2 - 6:30-7:15pm

$72 per 6-week session, sign-up required

Spring Session 2:

Wednesdays, 5:00-5:45pm, April 15-May 20

$72 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.

Spring Session 1:

Wednesdays, 5:30-6:15pm, April 22-May 27

$60 per 6-week session, sign-up required

Fitness with Dave

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!

Thursdays, 5:30-6:15pm, April 23-May 28 (No class May 21)

$50 per 5-week session, sign-up required

Art with Dayna

Sunday, April 26, 1:00-2:00pm

Get creative and crafty with Dayna and welcome in the spring!

$5 sign-up required

Shavuot Celebration

Sunday, May 17, 1:00-2:00pm

Enjoy an ice cream party to celebrate Shavuot.

$10 sign-up required

Bingo!

Everyone’s favorite game where everyone wins!