TWIN RIVERS DEVELOPMENTAL SUPPORTS, INC. PO Box 133 Strother Field - 22179 D Street       Phone: (620)442-3575 or (620)221-6140 Arkansas City, KS 67005                Fax: (620)442-6438 or (620)221-1410

FACILITY SERVICES

Based on choice, an individual can decide what level of day services they want to participate in. Twin Rivers offers several alternatives for all adult ages and disability.

Day Services - Offers age and culturally appropriate functional training opportunities for individuals in community outings. The program is designed to enhance integration and inclusion into the communities in which an individual lives and allows them to interact with and form friendships and social networks with others who are not disabled. Activities are based upon choice and are provided in small groups.

Twin Rivers offers a variety of activities and opportunities for individuals. Among these are horseback riding, bowling, shopping, fishing, banking, crafts, trips to the Chaplin Nature Center, Wichita Zoo, Exploration Place, volunteering for the Isle of Lights and many more.

Work Activity - Is an area where individuals have opportunities to sample and experience competitive jobs. Persons served receive training on job readiness, attention to task, job safety and appropriate work behaviors. The vocational training programs enable individuals to improve their skills, social independence and earn an income.

The vocational training programs include contract work for area businesses and janitorial training. Twin Rivers also owns a sign rental company. Individuals can call and request a sign be placed at a certain location in Arkansas City announcing birthdays, fund-raisers, anniversaries, etc. Twin Rivers also operates a screen printing business that puts silk screening on clothing items. Individuals earn wages for all jobs performed.

Coordinator of Facility Services -  Bruce Winegarner