SAILS Program

SAILS Program (Social, Activities, Interests, Leisure, Support)

The Adult Day Centre SAILS Program offers companionship and support to people with an intellectual disability, as well as a program of recreation and leisure that is sensitive to each person's need. The Adult Day Centre:

• is focussed on providing contact with the broader community through access to community facilities, activities and events
• is committed to maintaining an appropriate level of physical activity for clients
• works with other similar groups to broaden contacts and activities
• is funded by the Victorian Department of Human Services
• is auspiced by the City of Ballarat Aged & Disability Services Section.

The Centre has:

• well trained, caring staff who are committed to helping clients develop and attain their personal goals
• two 12 seater buses, enabling frequent excursions and easy access to local destinations
• large activity rooms
• a well equipped kitchen
• large out-door areas, including a barbecue, to make the most of the fine weather.

Once accepted into the program, there is no cost to the client. The exception is when the facilities or services of other service providers are accessed.

Lunch and morning and afternoon tea is provided for (and sometimes prepared by) clients.

The Centre's SAILS Program is designed to provide a wide range of topical, interesting activities that exercise the mind, body and social skills of clients.

SAILS Program Activities

• going to the theatre, cinema, art gallery or library
• relaxation & gentle massage
• picnics and bus trips to local attractions
• painting, woodworking, singing and dancing
• celebration and activities based on seasonal events - Easter, the start of the football competition, St Patrick's Day, etc.

The numbers participating in groups are tailored to suit the activity and activities are planned to meet the program goals of individual clients.

Centre's Objectives

• to assess individual needs and plan a program to meet those needs so as to enhance independence
• to provide activities and an environment which will ensure that participants feel comfortable and valued
• to provide a range of enjoyable opportunities for experiencing and developing social skills
• to provide respite and support for carers
• to meet or exceed the National Standards for Disability Services to ensure a safe, secure and healthy environment for service provision.

Contact Details

For further information please contact the Manager, Kohinoor Community Programs, 417 Errard Street South, Ballarat 3350. Phone 03 5320 5683 or fax 03 5338 7194.