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Inclusion opportunities

Creating a More Inclusive Center Since 1984

The St. Paul JCC strives to provide opportunities to people of all ages and abilities for inclusion in all programs.  A primary service goal of the St. Paul JCC is to provide an environment that supports individuals and their families to participate in any and all available programming.

In addition, the St. Paul JCC leads and supports the greater community by providing advocacy for inclusive services, education to other service providers, and training in strategies for inclusion in community settings.

Youth

We provide full inclusive opportunities for children and teens of all abilities in the following youth programs:

  • Summer Camps
  • Teen Lounge
  • After school programming
  • Preschool
  • Childcare
  • Aquatics
  • Health & Fitness
  • Sports Leagues
  • Theater Productions
  • Much, much more!

Adults

Adults with special needs are welcome to attend all programs offered at the St. Paul JCC.

Sibshops

Sibshops are opportunities for brothers and sisters of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities to meet, share experiences and gain peer support. Children ages 6 to 12 years old can participate.

At monthly Sibshops, kids take part in a variety of recreational activities and games that encourage informal sharing, problem-solving, making new friends and having fun. The focus is on them and their special role in the family.

Caring Connection

Since 1990, Caring Connections has been offering opportunities for Jewish adults with developmental disabilities to take part in Jewish life, holiday celebrations, recreation and social events while strengthening ties to their Jewish heritage and community. Caring Connections is a collaborative effort among JFCS, Jewish Family Service of St. Paul, Sabes Jewish Community Center and the St. Paul JCC.

 

Upcoming Programs

The inclusion and accessibility services department strives to provide classes and programs that celebrate and strengthen our inclusive community.


Club Kulanu

Entering its third year, Club Kulanu is designed for individuals with developmental disabilities ages 16-22 to learn valuable life skills in an inclusive setting. Club Kulanu, Kulanu which is Hebrew for "all of us," utilizes both Camp Butwin and opportunities in the community to help participants learn about and experience activities in four key areas.

Missing last summer's Club Kulanu friends? Interested in meeting new ones? Check out Kulanu Rendezvous, a place to build friendships while engaging in community service projects. This group is designed for individuals of all abilities!

Tuesday, April 30th: 6:30-8:30 p.m. Join us for Bingo with the Russian elders at Booth Manor in Minneapolis. Bus leaves St. Paul JCC at 6:30 p.m.

Wednesday, May 22nd: 6:45-7:45 p.m. Meet us in the teen lounge for snacks and a community service project!


New scholarship fund for Jewish families of children with autism spectrum disorders

The Jay and Esther, Gary and Alise Goldberger Family Scholarship for Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (Goldberger Fund) is a new designated endowment of the United Jewish Fund and Council of St. Paul. The fund provides support to St. Paul Jewish community families who have children ages 12 months to 18 years old who have an autism spectrum disorder.
Goldberger Fund Scholarship Application Form (PDF)

For more information, contact:
Leah Wing, Inclusion and Accessibility Services Coordinator: 651-255-4772.