Guided sessions build strength, stamina, and confidence, adapted for every ability so everyone can take part and feel stronger — plus gentle, adaptive yoga for balance, breath, and calm.
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Adult Day Program in Van Nuys — Recreation & Enrichment for Adults of All Abilities
A place where young adults and adults spend their days building strength, creativity, skills, and real friendships — through fitness, music, art, pottery, social connection, and a hands-on computer lab.
Rated 5.0 on Google All abilities welcome Warm, small-group days
Inside the center
See a day at our Van Nuys center
Fitness, music, art, and real connection — a look at what a day with us actually feels like.
About the program
SAI Connections runs a recreational adult day program in Van Nuys for young adults and adults with developmental disabilities — including autism, ADHD, developmental delays, and other developmental and behavioral differences. We serve Van Nuys and the greater San Fernando Valley.
Our days are built around doing. Every activity — movement, music, art, technology, connection — is adapted so each person can take part at their own pace, in a warm, social space designed around one idea: everyone deserves to belong. We meet each person exactly where they are — with every program led by highly credentialed professionals.
What a Day Looks Like at Our Van Nuys Adult Day Program
Our recreational day program gives young adults and adults of all abilities a full, engaging day built around connection, creativity, and growth. No two days are the same. Mornings might open with fitness or music; afternoons with pottery, a group art project, social skills, or time in the computer lab. Participants move between activities in small groups, supported by caring staff who know them by name. It's structured enough to feel steady, and open enough to feel like fun — a welcoming place where adults with special needs build skills, confidence, and real friendships, every day.
Everything we offer
Each program is hands-on, social, and adapted for every ability.
Hands-on creativity and self-expression, from painting to mixed media, with the pride that comes from making something of your own.
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Working with clay to explore texture, form, and design — building focus and fine-motor skills while creating something real.
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Explore a wide range of instruments — piano, guitar, drums, bass, dumbuka (hand drum), and more — plus singing and vocal training. Whatever the level, music builds confidence, creativity, and joy.
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Where friendships form. In a supportive setting, participants practice communication, connection, and teamwork — and build the confidence to belong.
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In our computer lab, participants discover the exciting world of technology — from AI, animation, and digital art to hands-on educational programs. They build real, practical digital skills through typing practice and computer-based learning, and explore their creativity with our 3D printer, where students can design and print projects of their own. It's a place to learn, create, and have fun with the tools shaping today's world.
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Transition to Adulthood Coaching
Weekly mentorship for teens and young adults (ages 13+) of all abilities — building life skills, job readiness, and independence, led by Anahit Cassels, M.S., a credentialed School Psychologist and Life Coach.
Why families choose SAI Connections
All abilities, truly. We welcome the full range of developmental and behavioral differences and adapt every activity so no one sits on the sidelines.
Small groups, real relationships. Staff know each participant by name and meet them where they are.
A day worth looking forward to. Not a waiting room — a place to create, move, connect, and grow.
Rated 5.0 on Google by the families we serve.
What drives us
At SAI Connections, we provide the space, the programs, and the support that help young adults and adults of all abilities grow, connect, and belong. We meet each person exactly where they are — nurturing their individual talents, building real skills and friendships, and championing a life of independence, dignity, and joy.
What families say
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Questions families ask
- Young adults and adults of all abilities — including those with autism, developmental delays, and other developmental or behavioral needs.
- A rotating mix of fitness, music, art, pottery, social groups, and the computer lab — all adapted to each person.
- Yes — we'd love that. Schedule a time and we'll show you around.
- We meet each person where they are and adapt so everyone can take part.
- Highly credentialed, experienced professionals trained to support adults of all abilities.
- The easiest way is to reach out. Call or send a message and we'll answer your questions and set up a visit.
Come see the program in person.
Reach out and we'll answer your questions and set up a time to visit — no pressure, just a look around.
Rated 5.0 on Google
Van Nuys
6614 Van Nuys BlvdVan Nuys, CA 91405
Phone: (818) 822-8396
Hours: Mon–Fri 10 AM–8 PM · Sat–Sun 12 PM–8 PM
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