Program Description

We are excited to announce our Adult Programs has a new website click HERE  The Adult Community Training [ACT] Program is, a 100% community-based adult day program serving the intellectually and developmentally disabled community in Berkeley, Oakland and surrounding areas. ACT focuses on Vocational Skills, Self-Determination, Community Integration and Independent Living Skills.      

Program Principles and Activities

The Adult Community Training [ACT] Program is, a community-based adult day program serving the IDD community in Berkeley, Oakland and surrounding areas. ACT focuses on Vocational Skills, Self-Determination, Community Integration and Independent Living Skills.  

Program Qualities

  • Person Centered
  • Community Based
  • Strength Based
  • Promotes Self- Determination
  • Utilizes a Neurodiverse Model of Education
  • Allows for the Dignity of Risk

How ACT Empowers Participants

Ala Costa Centers and the ACT program is dedicated to provide adults with intellectual and other developmental disabilities a safe space and environment where learning and growth can happen organically, and aligned with their individual wishes, dreams, desires, and abilities.  By taking a strength based approach, ACT participants use their abilities and interests to drive their experience and lead toward a fuller, more independent life!
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Testimonials

Parent Testimonials

“Even though my son has been attending Ala Costa less than a year, I already cannot imagine our lives without it. Ala Costa is more than a program for my son‘s afternoons. It is the support system I have always wished for, with staff that genuinely care, very deeply, about my son and our entire family.” -Jackie, Ala Costa Parent
“Ala Costa program has done wonders for our grand daughter… She communicates with us a lot better now and her vocabulary has improved. I want to thank you for helping prepare her for the many life challenges that lie ahead of her in this big complicated world.” -Mr. and Mrs. White, Ala Costa Grandparents
“We are so grateful to the staff at ACT. They have been so good at inspiring our young people. How the staff approach different difficulties is just exceptional. Our young people are treated with kindness, respect and understanding.” -Miriam, Ala Costa Parent
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