Community Connect Days

Structured Social Time. Real Connections. Support That Makes Sense.

Community Connect Days are monthly, structured social experiences for teens and young adults with disabilities who benefit from guided interaction and opportunities to connect naturally with peers.

These events are designed for individuals with mid- to high-level functioning (mid- to low support needs) who want to build friendships, strengthen social skills, and participate in meaningful group activities—without the intensity of one-on-one instruction.

What Are Community Connect Days?

Community Connect Days provide a balance of structure and flexibility. Staff intentionally plan activities to support social growth, while also allowing space for natural conversation, shared interests, and relationship-building.

This program is ideal for individuals who already have foundational skills and need real-world practice, not intensive instruction.

What to Expect

Each Community Connect Day includes:

• Staff-led icebreakers and group activities

• Time for unstructured socializing and peer connection

• Support with communication, boundaries, and social problem-solving

• Brief, planned activities that reinforce:

  • Job readiness skills

  • Social skills

  • Independent living skills

• Light dinner provided
  (Participants should bring their own snacks or alternative dinner if needed.)

Instruction is intentionally lighter than one-on-one services or formal job training classes. Learning is embedded naturally through group activities, modeling, prompts, and real-time feedback.

Who This Program Is For

Community Connect Days are a great fit for individuals who:

• Want to make friends and build peer relationships

• Benefit from structure but do not need intensive instruction

• Have basic communication and independence skills

• Enjoy group-based activities with guided support

• Want to practice social skills in a safe, welcoming environment

Program Details

• Frequency: Once per month in each location

  (participants can attend more than one location)

• Session Length: 5 hours

• Cost: $75 per participant, per session
  (Includes dinner, supplies, and materials)

• Staffing Ratio: 4 participants : 1 staff member

• Capacity: Limited to 16 participants per location

Locations & Schedule

Community Connect Days are currently offered in Denton and Carrollton, with plans to expand to Plano and possibly Frisco.

Carrollton
3rd Saturday of each month
12:00pm – 5:00pm

Denton
4th Saturday of each month
1:00pm – 6:00pm

Payment Options

Families may choose to:

• Pay month-to-month, or

• Save $25 by enrolling in a 3-month Community Connect Days membership

Important Information

• Pre-registration is required

• Space is limited and fills quickly

• Families must disclose food allergies at the time of registration

• This program is supervision- and support-based and does not replace:

  • One-on-one instruction

  • Therapy services

  • Formal vocational training

Ready to Join?

If Community Connect Days sound like a good fit for your loved one, we’d love to connect.

👉 Contact us today to reserve a spot or request additional information. Click the green button at the top of the page or contact Sarah directly at 903.456.0849 or srodriguez@directingmylife.com

We’re honored to support individuals as they build friendships, confidence, and independence in real-world settings.