Client-Centered Adult Day Program at Extra Special People

This capstone project evaluated a client-centered adult day program for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) at Extra Special People (ESP) in Atlanta, Georgia. Informed by a needs assessment, the program targeted engagement and satisfaction while incorporating participant interests of movies. The 10-week, biweekly program used movie-themed sessions integrating gross motor, fine motor, and ADL activities. A mixed-methods approach, including Likert-scale surveys and open-ended responses, was used to assess satisfaction and engagement among 24 adult participants. Results indicated high satisfaction across all measures, particularly in engagement and enjoyment. Qualitative feedback highlighted cooking, crafts, movement, and social interaction as key strengths. Suggestions for improvement primarily focused on extending program length and increasing preferred activities. Overall, findings support the effectiveness of client-centered, occupation-based programming in promoting engagement, participation, and well-being among adults with IDD