Adult Programs
Where Abilities Shine
Support for adults with developmental disabilities to build independence, confidence, and purpose.
Breakfast, lunch, and a snack
Provided at No Cost
Transportation available
No Cost if Eligible
Medicaid Funding
No Cost if Eligible
Johnson, Franklin & Logan
Counties Served
A Program Built Around Ability, Not Limitations
We believe every individual has unique strengths, talents, and purpose. Our programs create meaningful opportunities to build independence, confidence, and connection while celebrating progress every step of the way.
Play the video to hear from Simon, who has been part of MAC for more than 10 years, as he shares how finding friendship, respect, and a love for music has helped him feel valued and empowered to shine.
Building Skills for Everyday Life
When abilities are recognized and nurtured, confidence grows. When confidence grows, independence follows. And when independence grows, lives are transformed.
Daily Living
- Personal care routines
- Household skills
- Independent habits
Communication
- Social interaction
- Functional communication
- Expressing needs
Community/Social
- Building relationships
- Group activities
- Community participation
Work/Independence
- Job readiness
- Responsibility & routine
- Real-world experience
Health/Wellness
- Physical activity
- Nutrition
- Healthy habits
Our Approach
We focus on strengths first. Rather than defining individuals by challenges, we build on what they can do. Through personalized support and compassionate guidance, we help each participant shine in their own unique way.
Who Is Eligible?
- Age 18+
- Medicaid eligible
- Diagnosed developmental or intellectual disability
Our team will guide you through eligibility and paperwork.
Occupational Therapy (OT)
Occupational therapy for adults is available to help maintain and build skills for daily living, work, and independence.
Career Development
Real Work. Real Pay. Real Purpose.
We help build job skills, explore career interests, and prepare for meaningful employment. Participants earn paid work experience, and many enjoy continued employment within businesses operated by our program.
- Janitorial Work
- Laundry Services
- Restaurant Server/Dish Washer/Prep
- Inspection, packaging, assembly line
- Shredding documents
- Snack Shack Cashier/Server
Getting Started is Simple
Our team makes the process easy so you can get the support you need as soon as possible.
1
Reach Out
Call or fill
out our form.
2
We Guide You
We help with eligibility
& paperwork.
3
Personalized Plan
Built for your child
or loved one.
4
Start Services
Begin support and
see progress.
Special Olympics
Making Abilities Count athletes participate in Special Olympics year-round, competing in a variety of sports while building confidence, connection, and community.
