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SLLEDD

Smart Living, Learning, and Earning with Developmental Disabilities

SLLEDD is an ongoing program that supports adults with developmental disabilities in building life skills, confidence, and community connections.

Participants meet three days a week for hands-on classes and activities covering topics like money management, health and wellness, cooking, hygiene, self advocacy, and employment skills.

Funded through DSA hours in a participant’s ISP, SLLEDD focuses on creating lasting relationships and ongoing support so participants leave each day feeling empowered to live, learn, and thrive.

What makes SLLEDD unique? Based on the Smart Living, Learning, and Earning with Autism (SLLEA) curriculum developed in Eugene, SLLEDD has been thoughfully adapted by The Arc of Benton County to meet the diverse needs of local participants. Our curriculum offers multiple modes of learning and is individualized to support the strengths and needs of neurodiverse learners.

Eligibility Requirements

 

  • Be at least 21 years old (possible exceptions for adults ages 18-21)
  • Have a developmental disability
  • Be self-motivated
  • Demonstrate safe behavior at all times
  • Have some foundational skills and be ready to build on them
  • Be willing to commit at least 8 hours per week to be fully engaged in the program

 

Program Schedule

Weekly Schedule:

  • Group 1: Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays from 10:00am – 12:00pm
  • Group 2: Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays from 1:00pm – 3:00pm

Monthly Group Activity: One Friday per month, all participants will come together for a fun and engaging social activity.

Sessions will take place at The Arc’s Learning Center and throughout the community, where participants will engage in hands-on learning experiences.

Modules Include, But Are Not Limited To:

Health and Wellness

Social Connections

Community Resources

Money Management

Benefits Management

Self-Advocacy

Participant Interest Form

If you are interested in participating in the SLLEDD program, please fill out this interest form.
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Student's Full Name
Please include the year.
You must reside in Benton or Linn County to participate in the SLLEDD program.
Parent/Guardian/Staff Full Name
Do you currently live in your own home, with family, with friends, or in a group or foster home?
How comfortable are you with using basic technology, such as a laptop or smartphone?
Do you have an interest in managing your own finances, such as tracking expenses, budgeting, or using online banking?
How comfortable are you with expressing your needs and concerns to others?
How do you feel about communicating in groups (e.g. in class, meetings, social settings)?
Are you able to follow multi-step instructions on your own (e.g. completing a form, following up with a task)?
Are you able to attend three 2-hour sessions per week, and complete related tasks or projects on your own outside of the sessions?
Can you arrange your own transportation to the learning center at Benton Plaza?
Are you open to feedback or suggestions for improvement?
Are you motivated to take an active role in learning and practicing skills?
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