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 | Fall 2025
End of Summer Bash at the Swim & Tennis Club
Sunday, August 24, 3:30-5:30pm
Join us at the JCC Swim and Tennis club as we close out the summer. We’ll be able to play mini-golf and basketball, play games, make some crafts, listen to music and splash around in the pool! BBQ dinner, drinks and snacks provided.
$15 per person
Pottery with Geralynn Kay
Enjoy creating pottery as a form of self-expression, improving motor skills, problem solving, and patience.
Fall Session 1:
Mon | Sept 8, 15, 29; Oct 20, 27
Class 1 - 5:30-6:15pm
Class 2 - 6:30-7:15pm
$60 per 5-week session, sign-up required
Fall Session 2:
Mon | Nov 10, 17, 24; Dec 1, 8, 15
Class 1 - 5:30-6:15pm
Class 2 - 6:30-7:15pm
$70 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:
Tue | 4:30-5:30pm | Sept 9, 16, 30; Oct 21, 28; Nov 4
$60 per 6-week session, sign-up required
Fall Session 2:
Tue | 4:30-5:30pm | Nov 11, 18, 25; Dec 2, 9, 16
$60 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:
Wed | 5:30-6:15pm | Sept 10, 17, 24; Oct 8, 15, 22
$60 per 6-week session, sign-up required
Making Healthy Snacks with Rebecca Mehlman
Join Rebecca, our health conscious, friendly plant based chef and learn how to make some yummy and healthy snacks! Recipes and simple step by step instructions will be provided so you can make the snacks at home on your own too!
Thu | 4:30-5:30pm | Oct 9, 16, 23, 30
$50 per 4-week session, sign-up required
Virtual Vacation
Pack your bags, it’s time for vacation! This well-loved program allows friends to bring adventurous ideas on locations to travel the world. From Israel, to Africa, Europe and beyond—the possibilities for exploration are endless!
Tue | 2:00-2:30pm | Ongoing
No cost, program run via Zoom
Contact Becky to sign up; bmunday@mandelljcc.org,
Rosh Hashanah Celebration
Sun. Sept 21, 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!
$5 Sign up required
Sukkot Event
Sun. Oct 5, 1:00-2:00pm
Join us in our Sukkah as we enjoy listening to music and stories about Sukkot, create a craft, and enjoy each other’s company
$5 Sign up required
Crafting with Dayna Clark
Sun. Nov 9, 1:00-2:00pm
Let’s practice some gratitude through art and getting creative!
$5 sign up required
Holiday/Chanukah Party
Sun. Dec 21, 1:00-2:00pm
Save the date for a holiday celebration!
$10 sign up required
Bingo!
Everyone’s favorite game where everyone wins!
Sun. Sept 7, 1:00-2:00pm
Sun. Oct 19, 1:00-2:00pm
Sun. Nov 2, 1:00-2:00pm
Sun. Dec 7, 1:00-2:00pm
No cost, sign-up preferred
Contact Becky to sign up; bmunday@mandelljcc.org
Middle School/High School Art Class
Sun | 3:00-4:00pm | Oct 5, 12, 19, 26
$20 per 4 week session, sign up required
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| Adult Special Needs programs are funded in part by the Jewish Federation’s annual campaign. |
