Experience what a Meaningful day feels like at Shared Wellness .

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What to Expect

A structured, supportive day

Our Meaningful Day Program is designed to feel welcoming, predictable, and engaging. Each day includes a steady rhythm of activities that support wellness, creativity, movement, and connection.

A typical day may include:

Arrival and a gentle transition into the day
Three structured sessions
Movement, mindfulness, or creative expression
Breaks built into the schedule
Fresh-pressed juice during the first break
A calm, supported close to the day

Program Hours

Monday–Friday

9:00 AM – 1:00 PM Wellness Center 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM Out in the Community

Daily Flow

Three 45-minute sessions beginning at 9:30 AM, with breaks between activities.

9:00 AM Arrival

9:30 AM Session 1

10:15 AM Break + fresh-pressed juice

10:25 AM Session 2

11:20 AM Break

11:30 AM Session 3

12:05–1:00 PM Wind-down and transition

Shared Wellness

Meaningful Day Program

A welcoming, wellness-centered day program where participants can build routine, strengthen life skills, explore creativity, and experience meaningful connection.

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Meet the Team

A supportive team you can trust

Our team creates a welcoming, structured environment where participants are supported, encouraged, and engaged throughout the day. Each person brings care, experience, and a commitment to helping individuals thrive.

Aidaliz Reyes

Wellness Receptionist

Mike Orlopp

Wellness Center Director

Jamie Vanderslice

Wellness Program Specialist

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Spaces You'll Experience

Designed to support the whole person

Each part of the Meaningful Day Program offers something different. From calming wellness practices to movement, creativity, and nutrition-based learning, participants are invited into spaces that support growth, comfort, and connection.

Meditation Studio

A calming space for mindfulness and self-regulation

In the Meditation Studio, participants can slow down, settle into the moment, and explore practices that support calm, focus, and emotional well-being.

Experiences may include guided meditation, breathwork, sound-based wellness, and other activities that help participants build self-regulation skills in a supportive and welcoming environment.

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Yoga or meditation room with mats, folded blankets, and various singing bowls and crystals, with large windows and plants.

Movement Studio

Building confidence through movement, rhythm, and fun

The Movement Studio gives participants a chance to get active in ways that feel engaging, supportive, and energizing. This space encourages movement, participation, coordination, and joy in a setting that meets people where they are.

Activities may include Spirit Fit, cardio drumming, adaptive yoga, chair yoga, and bilateral movement. Whether participants are moving to music, following a guided routine, or simply enjoying the energy of the group, this space helps support both wellness and connection.

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Create Studio

A space for creativity, expression, and connection

The Create Studio offers participants a chance to explore creativity in a relaxed, supportive environment. This space encourages self-expression, imagination, and shared experiences through hands-on activities.

Participants may engage in mindful art, seasonal crafts, vision boards, and group experiences like drum circle. Each activity is designed to foster confidence, creativity, and a sense of accomplishment while connecting with others.

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“I like making crafts. I liked the vision
board. I want to adopt a cat. I like to
make to make juice. I cut the fruit up,
then I put it in the juicer. When I
make the juice, I like to put pineapple
and raspberry in. I like to share. I like
when people get to drink the juice I
made.”

— — Heather P.

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The Café

Hands-on learning through food, wellness, and shared experiences

The Café is a welcoming space where participants can explore nutrition, healthy eating, and everyday life skills in a meaningful and engaging way.

Through hands-on experiences like preparing food, making fresh juice, and learning about wellness, participants build confidence while contributing to shared moments with others. This space connects practical skills with a sense of purpose, participation, and pride.

Two women preparing cut vegetables on a kitchen countertop, with a lemon on the side.

“Cooking is my favorite. I love to cut things. I like to cut cucumbers or
anything I can cut up. Madison and I
have been making juice for
everyone. It makes me feel good. I
like seeing everyone here.”

— — Cheryl W.

Bright, modern kitchen with white cabinets, a large central island, and a green accent wall. There are black stools at the island, appliances like microwave and toaster, and a small sitting area with tables and chairs near the windows. On the right, a countertop with a sink, trash can, and some personal items. The room has wood-like flooring and a tiled backsplash.

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Shared Wellness • Meaningful Day

October 2026 Schedule

Cardio Drumming

Drum Circle

11:20 AM–12:00 PM

Sound Bath

Self-Care Session

12:00–1:00 PM

Lunch

Please bring a packed lunch. Refrigerator space is not available, but ice packs are available if needed. Microwaves are available to heat lunch.

1:00–4:00 PM

Meaningful Community Activity

Community activities are person-centered and planned through the day program based on participants’ goals and interests.

October Highlights

More Ways to Participate

We’re growing! As Meaningful Day continues to expand, additional sessions may be offered based on participant needs and interests.

Relationships & Connections
Paint Your Peace
The Art of Tea
Art & Soul Studio
ACT-Based Sessions
Chair Yoga
Gentle Stretch

October at a Glance

What's Happening

October 8 Shared Voices

October 13 Supper Club

October 16 Shine Together Dance

October 22 Shared Voices

Meaningful Evenings

Evening Programs

October 8 & October 22 • Shared Voices

7:00 PM–8:30 PM

Join us for an evening of music, creativity, connection, and community.

October 13 • Supper Club

5:00 PM–7:00 PM

Enjoy a shared meal while spending time with friends in a relaxed and welcoming environment.

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October 16 • Shine Together Dance

7:00 PM–9:00 PM

Come together for an evening of music, dancing, friendship, and fun.

Program Closures

No October Closures

There are no scheduled Meaningful Day program closures during October.

Next Scheduled Closure November 26 • Thanksgiving