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Keshet *
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Keshet, a non-profit organization founded in 1982, provides state-of-the-art year-round educational, recreational, and vocational programs for children and young adults with developmental and varying learning challenges. Students are mainstreamed, with assistance, into existing schools, camps and the workplace alongside their typically developing peers. Keshet believes that every child and young adult should have the opportunity to participate in the mainstream of their community. |
* Listings with an asterisk are part of the JUF/JF partnership of agencies serving the Chicago and worldwide Jewish community.
GADOL, Keshet's Adult Day Program * |
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799 Central Ave |
GADOL is Keshet's adult day program (22+) that empowers adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities to live full and meaningful lives. Participants gain confidence and independence through vocational training, life skills, creative arts, volunteering and community outings. With most activities happening out in the community, GADOL creates daily opportunities for connection, growth and giving back. Each day is self-directed, with participants taking the lead in shaping how they want to spend their time. |
Keshet Education & Schools * |
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3210 Dundee Rd. |
Joan Dachs Bais Yaakov, Yeshivas Tiferes Tzvi, Keshet Hokin High School, Ida Crown Jewish Academy, Solomon Schechter Day School, COE Transition Preschool |
Keshet Inclusive Camps * |
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3210 Dundee Road |
JCC Chicago Apachi Day Camps, Ramah Day Camp, JCC Camp Chi, Camp Nageela Midwest |
Keshet MY Life Residences * |
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Homes located in Highland Park |
MY Life is Keshet's residential program. It is designed to allow residents to become fully active members of the community in a warm and caring home that promotes independence and a meaningful life. |
Keshet Recreation * |
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3210 Dundee Road |
Special Olympics, Buddy Programs, Parents' Night Out, After School, BBYO, School Day Off, Teen/Tween Camp |
Keshet Sunday Programs * |
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3210 Dundee Rd. |
Keshet Sunday School - Ida Crown Jewish Academy Sunday School - Temple Beth El, Northbrook - Sundays at Yeshivas Tiferes Tzvi, Anshe Emet Synagogue, SOAR - Social Opportunities and Adult Recreation |
Keshet: Special Needs. Extraordinary Opportunities * |
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610 Academy Drive |
Keshet is a one-of-a-kind organization that brings classroom experiences, camps, sports, social and vocational activities, and residential opportunities to 600 people with disabilities and special needs each year. From the very start, Keshet has grown alongside its participants, creating a community of belonging where people of all abilities learn, play, live, work and grow together. |
The Pritzker Pucker Keshet Inspire Center * |
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3210 Dundee Road |
With support from the Pritzker Pucker Family Foundation, the Pritzker Pucker Keshet Inspire Center provides professional development and consultation services locally, nationally and internationally. The goal is to assist organizations, schools, businesses and professionals in successfully integrating individuals with special needs into their environments. |
