Job Skills Training Class
Join us each Saturday at the Crosby Rec Center as participants learn valuable job skills. Hands-on activities focus on real-world job tasks (bagging groceries, assembling items, etc.) and soft skills (communication, problem-solving, etc.)
DML Summer Day Camps
Join us for a summer filled with friendship, fun, and skill-building! Participants will enjoy a variety of activities including social skills, independent living skills, job readiness skills, cooking, games, fitness, arts and crafts,, and hands-on learning opportunities designed to build confidence and independence. Open to teens and young adults with disabilities ages 13-25.
Virtual Chat Group
Join us each Monday evening for a virtual chat group! Participants build relationships and engage in conversation in these virtual meet-ups. DML staff are present to help facilitate and guide discussions.
DML Summer Day Camps
Join us for a summer filled with friendship, fun, and skill-building! Participants will enjoy a variety of activities including social skills, independent living skills, job readiness skills, cooking, games, fitness, arts and crafts,, and hands-on learning opportunities designed to build confidence and independence. Open to teens and young adults with disabilities ages 13-25.
Summer Friendship Dinner Club
Build friendships one dinner at a time! Participants will meet with the same group each week as they visit local restaurants, practice conversation skills, and develop meaningful connections in a fun, supportive, and community-based setting. For ages 16 and up with a disability.
DML Summer Day Camps
Join us for a summer filled with friendship, fun, and skill-building! Participants will enjoy a variety of activities including social skills, independent living skills, job readiness skills, cooking, games, fitness, arts and crafts,, and hands-on learning opportunities designed to build confidence and independence. Open to teens and young adults with disabilities ages 13-25.
DML Physical Fitness Group
Build confidence, improve fitness, and stay active while having fun with friends! Our Physical Fitness Group introduces participants to a variety of recreational and fitness activities such as basketball, pickleball, strength training, and more while promoting healthy habits, teamwork, and community involvement.
DML Summer Day Camps
Join us for a summer filled with friendship, fun, and skill-building! Participants will enjoy a variety of activities including social skills, independent living skills, job readiness skills, cooking, games, fitness, arts and crafts,, and hands-on learning opportunities designed to build confidence and independence. Open to teens and young adults with disabilities ages 13-25.
Real Life Money Skills Series
Learn practical money management skills for everyday life! Participants will explore budgeting, saving, spending wisely, banking basics, and making informed financial decisions to help build greater independence and confidence.
Teen Girls Virtual Chat Group
Join us each Thursday evening for a virtual chat group! Participants build relationships and engage in conversation in these virtual meet-ups. DML staff are present to help facilitate and guide discussions.
Job Skills Training Class
Join us each Saturday at the Crosby Rec Center as participants learn valuable job skills. Hands-on activities focus on real-world job tasks (bagging groceries, assembling items, etc.) and soft skills (communication, problem-solving, etc.)
Community Connect Days - Carrollton
Join us in Carrollton every 3rd Saturday from 12pm–5pm for a fun and supportive afternoon filled with relationship-building, life skills practice, and meaningful social connections.
DML Summer Day Camps
Join us for a summer filled with friendship, fun, and skill-building! Participants will enjoy a variety of activities including social skills, independent living skills, job readiness skills, cooking, games, fitness, arts and crafts,, and hands-on learning opportunities designed to build confidence and independence. Open to teens and young adults with disabilities ages 13-25.
Cooking with Confidence
Join us at the Crosby Rec Center every 2nd and 4th Monday as we work on our cooking skills!
Virtual Chat Group
Join us each Monday evening for a virtual chat group! Participants build relationships and engage in conversation in these virtual meet-ups. DML staff are present to help facilitate and guide discussions.
DML Summer Day Camps
Join us for a summer filled with friendship, fun, and skill-building! Participants will enjoy a variety of activities including social skills, independent living skills, job readiness skills, cooking, games, fitness, arts and crafts,, and hands-on learning opportunities designed to build confidence and independence. Open to teens and young adults with disabilities ages 13-25.
Summer Friendship Dinner Club
Build friendships one dinner at a time! Participants will meet with the same group each week as they visit local restaurants, practice conversation skills, and develop meaningful connections in a fun, supportive, and community-based setting. For ages 16 and up with a disability.
DML Summer Day Camps
Join us for a summer filled with friendship, fun, and skill-building! Participants will enjoy a variety of activities including social skills, independent living skills, job readiness skills, cooking, games, fitness, arts and crafts,, and hands-on learning opportunities designed to build confidence and independence. Open to teens and young adults with disabilities ages 13-25.
DML Physical Fitness Group
Build confidence, improve fitness, and stay active while having fun with friends! Our Physical Fitness Group introduces participants to a variety of recreational and fitness activities such as basketball, pickleball, strength training, and more while promoting healthy habits, teamwork, and community involvement.
DML Summer Day Camps
Join us for a summer filled with friendship, fun, and skill-building! Participants will enjoy a variety of activities including social skills, independent living skills, job readiness skills, cooking, games, fitness, arts and crafts,, and hands-on learning opportunities designed to build confidence and independence. Open to teens and young adults with disabilities ages 13-25.
Real Life Money Skills Series
Learn practical money management skills for everyday life! Participants will explore budgeting, saving, spending wisely, banking basics, and making informed financial decisions to help build greater independence and confidence.
Teen Girls Virtual Chat Group
Join us each Thursday evening for a virtual chat group! Participants build relationships and engage in conversation in these virtual meet-ups. DML staff are present to help facilitate and guide discussions.
Job Skills Training Class
Join us each Saturday at the Crosby Rec Center as participants learn valuable job skills. Hands-on activities focus on real-world job tasks (bagging groceries, assembling items, etc.) and soft skills (communication, problem-solving, etc.)
Community Connect Days Denton
Join us as we work on connecting with others and build friendships and social skills. For ages 16 and up with a disability.
DML Summer Day Camps
Join us for a summer filled with friendship, fun, and skill-building! Participants will enjoy a variety of activities including social skills, independent living skills, job readiness skills, cooking, games, fitness, arts and crafts,, and hands-on learning opportunities designed to build confidence and independence. Open to teens and young adults with disabilities ages 13-25.
Virtual Chat Group
Join us each Monday evening for a virtual chat group! Participants build relationships and engage in conversation in these virtual meet-ups. DML staff are present to help facilitate and guide discussions.
DML Summer Day Camps
Join us for a summer filled with friendship, fun, and skill-building! Participants will enjoy a variety of activities including social skills, independent living skills, job readiness skills, cooking, games, fitness, arts and crafts,, and hands-on learning opportunities designed to build confidence and independence. Open to teens and young adults with disabilities ages 13-25.
Summer Friendship Dinner Club
Build friendships one dinner at a time! Participants will meet with the same group each week as they visit local restaurants, practice conversation skills, and develop meaningful connections in a fun, supportive, and community-based setting. For ages 16 and up with a disability.
Respite Care Night/Friday Night Hangout - Crosby Rec
Respite Care Night/Friday Night Hangouts are for a mixed level of individuals. We just hangout, play games, and do an art activity. This time allows parents to take a break or enjoy a night out.
Bowling & Laser Tag at Andy B's
Join us for some bowling and laser tag at Andy B’s in Denton! This is for individuals ages 14 and up with a disability. Staff is on hand to supervise and engage with participants.
Teen Girls Virtual Chat Group
Join us each Thursday evening for a virtual chat group! Participants build relationships and engage in conversation in these virtual meet-ups. DML staff are present to help facilitate and guide discussions.
Real Life Money Skills Series
Learn practical money management skills for everyday life! Participants will explore budgeting, saving, spending wisely, banking basics, and making informed financial decisions to help build greater independence and confidence.
DML Summer Day Camps
Join us for a summer filled with friendship, fun, and skill-building! Participants will enjoy a variety of activities including social skills, independent living skills, job readiness skills, cooking, games, fitness, arts and crafts,, and hands-on learning opportunities designed to build confidence and independence. Open to teens and young adults with disabilities ages 13-25.
DML Physical Fitness Group
Build confidence, improve fitness, and stay active while having fun with friends! Our Physical Fitness Group introduces participants to a variety of recreational and fitness activities such as basketball, pickleball, strength training, and more while promoting healthy habits, teamwork, and community involvement.
DML Summer Day Camps
Join us for a summer filled with friendship, fun, and skill-building! Participants will enjoy a variety of activities including social skills, independent living skills, job readiness skills, cooking, games, fitness, arts and crafts,, and hands-on learning opportunities designed to build confidence and independence. Open to teens and young adults with disabilities ages 13-25.
Summer Friendship Dinner Club
Build friendships one dinner at a time! Participants will meet with the same group each week as they visit local restaurants, practice conversation skills, and develop meaningful connections in a fun, supportive, and community-based setting. For ages 16 and up with a disability.
DML Summer Day Camps
Join us for a summer filled with friendship, fun, and skill-building! Participants will enjoy a variety of activities including social skills, independent living skills, job readiness skills, cooking, games, fitness, arts and crafts,, and hands-on learning opportunities designed to build confidence and independence. Open to teens and young adults with disabilities ages 13-25.
Virtual Chat Group
Join us each Monday evening for a virtual chat group! Participants build relationships and engage in conversation in these virtual meet-ups. DML staff are present to help facilitate and guide discussions.
Cooking with Confidence
Join us at the Crosby Rec Center every 2nd and 4th Monday as we work on our cooking skills!
DML Summer Day Camps
Join us for a summer filled with friendship, fun, and skill-building! Participants will enjoy a variety of activities including social skills, independent living skills, job readiness skills, cooking, games, fitness, arts and crafts,, and hands-on learning opportunities designed to build confidence and independence. Open to teens and young adults with disabilities ages 13-25.
Community Connect Days for Higher Support Needs Clients Denton
Join us as we work on connecting with others and build friendships and social skills. For ages 16 and up with disabilities who require moderate support.
Job Skills Training Class
Join us each Saturday at the Crosby Rec Center as participants learn valuable job skills. Hands-on activities focus on real-world job tasks (bagging groceries, assembling items, etc.) and soft skills (communication, problem-solving, etc.)
DML Open House FREE
Come meet our team, learn about our programs, and discover how Directing My Life helps teens and adults with disabilities build independence, friendships, work skills, and community connections. Our open houses are free and provide an opportunity for individuals and families to ask questions and explore available services as well as experience what a typical event looks like.
Dinner at Olive Garden in Lewisville
Join us for dinner out at Olive Garden in Lewisville. This is for individuals with disabilities, ages 14 and up.
Teen Girls Virtual Chat Group
Join us each Thursday evening for a virtual chat group! Participants build relationships and engage in conversation in these virtual meet-ups. DML staff are present to help facilitate and guide discussions.
Real Life Money Skills Series
Learn practical money management skills for everyday life! Participants will explore budgeting, saving, spending wisely, banking basics, and making informed financial decisions to help build greater independence and confidence.
DML Summer Day Camps
Join us for a summer filled with friendship, fun, and skill-building! Participants will enjoy a variety of activities including social skills, independent living skills, job readiness skills, cooking, games, fitness, arts and crafts,, and hands-on learning opportunities designed to build confidence and independence. Open to teens and young adults with disabilities ages 13-25.
DML Physical Fitness Group
Build confidence, improve fitness, and stay active while having fun with friends! Our Physical Fitness Group introduces participants to a variety of recreational and fitness activities such as basketball, pickleball, strength training, and more while promoting healthy habits, teamwork, and community involvement.
DML Summer Day Camps
Join us for a summer filled with friendship, fun, and skill-building! Participants will enjoy a variety of activities including social skills, independent living skills, job readiness skills, cooking, games, fitness, arts and crafts,, and hands-on learning opportunities designed to build confidence and independence. Open to teens and young adults with disabilities ages 13-25.
DML Summer Day Camps
Join us for a summer filled with friendship, fun, and skill-building! Participants will enjoy a variety of activities including social skills, independent living skills, job readiness skills, cooking, games, fitness, arts and crafts,, and hands-on learning opportunities designed to build confidence and independence. Open to teens and young adults with disabilities ages 13-25.
Virtual Chat Group
Join us each Monday evening for a virtual chat group! Participants build relationships and engage in conversation in these virtual meet-ups. DML staff are present to help facilitate and guide discussions.
DML Summer Day Camps
Join us for a summer filled with friendship, fun, and skill-building! Participants will enjoy a variety of activities including social skills, independent living skills, job readiness skills, cooking, games, fitness, arts and crafts,, and hands-on learning opportunities designed to build confidence and independence. Open to teens and young adults with disabilities ages 13-25.
Cooking with Confidence Coppell
Join us at a private residence in Coppell as we work on our cooking skills!
Dating With a Disability - Carrollton
Dating is hard, especially when you have a disability. Join us as we navigate the world of dating together, learning how to communicate, set boundaries, and determine what makes a good partner. This is a series that requires you to sign up for all six sessions.
Virtual Chat Group
Join us each Thursday evening for a virtual chat group! Participants build relationships and engage in conversation in these virtual meet-ups. DML staff are present to help facilitate and guide discussions.
Community Connect Days Denton
Join us as we work on connecting with others and build friendships and social skills. For ages 16 and up with a disability.
Speed Friending - Carrollton
Our Speed Friending event gives participants the chance to meet new people through a series of short, guided conversations. For individuals ages 16 and up with a disability.
Dating With a Disability - Carrollton
Dating is hard, especially when you have a disability. Join us as we navigate the world of dating together, learning how to communicate, set boundaries, and determine what makes a good partner. This is a series that requires you to sign up for all six sessions.