ACTIVE LIVING & COMMUNITY RECREATION

Health
Matters.Everyday Independence

Your goals. Practical skills.
Greater independence.

Personalized wellness education through light exercise, shopping, cooking and practical living skills.

Teens & adults · Ages 12+1:1 · In personAll of California
Illustration of different teens and adults practicing grocery shopping, meal preparation and light exercise with individual instructors
Illustration; not actual participants.
12 weeksA structured program of practical learning
3 sessions each week60 minutes per session · 36 sessions total
Personalized supportAdapted to interests, pace and participation needs

LEARN BY DOING

Healthy habits, practiced in real life.

For neurodivergent participants and people with physical, intellectual or developmental disabilities. Build habits that support healthy weight and heart health through practical food choices, meal preparation and enjoyable movement.

Move

Enjoy light exercise at every session and explore active routines.

Shop

Find places to shop, choose ingredients and practice making purchases.

Cook

Follow simple recipes and prepare healthy meals with support.

Live

Practice planning, routines, self-advocacy and everyday living skills.

Explore the Health Matters: Everyday Independence approach →

Nonmedical, nontherapeutic recreation and education. Activities and appropriate support are discussed individually.

A PLAN AROUND YOU

Your interests shape
the starting point.

The initial consultation explores personal goals, communication preferences, starting skills and support needs. Together, we identify a personalized starting point.

Tell us what interests you
  1. Explore your goals

    What would make everyday activities feel more approachable?

  2. Practice in meaningful settings

    Connect wellness learning with cooking, shopping and community participation.

  3. Build at your pace

    Use individual instruction and practical activities adapted to your needs.

PROGRAM & CONSULTATION FEES

A clear picture before you begin.

12-WEEK PROGRAM

$6,200

  • 36 one-hour sessions
  • 3 sessions per week
  • 1:1, in-person instruction
  • Light exercise, wellness education and practical community activities

INITIAL CONSULTATION

$250 additional

Explore goals, preferences and support needs. Identify a personalized starting point and appropriate participation arrangements.

Download consultation funding request ↓

Confirm schedule, activity locations, service details and payment arrangements with OMG before enrolling.

RC & SDP FUNDING

Funding may cover
the consultation and program.

Individual approval is required. Ask your Regional Center coordinator to review the request and confirm the appropriate funding and payment route.

Consultation approval does not automatically authorize the full program.

LET’S BUILD A PLAN AROUND YOU

Start with your interests.

Potential participants, families and support people can inquire. This form prepares an email for you to review and send.