BEST LIFE EVER
📌 ACI, 629 Amboy Ave, Edison, NJ
🎂 For ages 21 to 35 years old
💵 $6600 (please see application for payment options)
The Alliance Center for Independence is excited to launch Best Life Ever, a new life skills program designed for individuals with developmental disabilities who need hands-on support to become more independent and self-sufficient.
Building on the success of ACI’s Living My Best Life program, Best Life Ever offers practical training in essential daily living skills such as personal care, hygiene, meal preparation, and household maintenance. The program also highlights key social skills to help participants strengthen relationships and improve overall life satisfaction.
This 17-week program combines instruction with hands-on practice in areas like cooking, cleaning, shopping, online and community safety, communicating with health professionals, and even sewing on a button. Goals include greater confidence, independence and quality of life at home, in supported living environments, and in the community.
Applications are due by September 6th.
Applications will be reviewed by a panel and 6 participants will be selected, so don't wait to apply!
The cost for BLE is $6600. Please see application for payment options.
Participants will develop skills in the following areas
Decision Making & Problem Solving
Self Awareness & Strengths
Living on your own: Household Duties
Communication & Conflict Resolution
Budgeting Basics
Healthy Living & Self-Care
Healthy Relationships & Sex Education
Transportation & Safety
Nutrition Basics & Grocery Shopping
ADA & Voting Rights
Interested adults with disabilities ages 21 to 35 are welcome to complete the online application and an in-person interview prior to acceptance into the program.
Participants must commit to attending all classes. Excused absences are acceptable via Facilitator approval.
Participants are responsible for their own transportation to and from ACI.
DDD budgets for CBS services can be used for payment or interested consumers can pay out of pocket.
The next Best Life Ever session will begin in early October and end in late February, with a three-week winter break. Sessions will take place on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10 AM to 3 PM. Participants are to bring their own lunch.
How do I Sign up?
Potential participants will need to view the current schedule and submit an application. Visit the link below to begin the application process.
Contact Info
If you have any questions, please contact our BLE Program Coordinator below.
