Activity Modules The Activity Modules are designed to support participants in three core areas: Independent Living, Health and Fitness, and Employment. These hands-on activities encourage full collaboration between the participant and their coach, creating meaningful skills-building opportunities and personal growth. Each module can be tailored and expanded to suit a wide variety of needs and goals, helping participants grow in confidence, capability, and independence. "When we teach others the skills to succeed in life and employment, we don’t just shape careers—we empower independence, dignity, and purpose." START Solo Safety Activity: Stay Aware, Stay Safe START Safety Activity: What to Do If My Access Bus Doesn't Arrive on Time Compliment Response Toolkit START My Pace Wellness Walk START Walgreens Workplace Behavior & Customer Service Activities START Personal Information Memorization Toolkit START Understanding Personal Space & How to Respond to Unwanted Hugs START Kickball Communication Trail START You Matter: Personal Rights & Safety First Workshop Series START Review Get Safe Activity START Back

Clear Motivations is a community-based adult day program serving adults with disabilities. This Adult Employment Program helps integrate those with disabilities into the workforce. CREATE A RESUME You will be using CANVA to create your resume. How to make your own resume using the CM resume template Step 1: After logging in, look for the CM resume template CM Resume Template Step 2: Click on then make a copy of the template Click on "Make a copy" Step 3: After making a new copy, rename the resume template Type in your participant's name Step 4: Open the file and fill out the form with your participant's information Examples of skills and abilities: 1) Customer service 2) Attention to detail 3)Teamwork 4) Organization 5) Reliable 6 Willing to learn new tasks 7) Adaptability to changes Note for coaches: Only use the participant's CM email created. Do not use the participant’s phone number. Use the participant’s Caseload manager’s number. If you don’t know, contact the Scheduling Department. Education: Start with Clear Motivations' work training program and then high school. Work experience: Start with their current job or internship site. If needed, reach out to the Scheduling Department to get that information. Internship sites count as work experience, too. Include if your participant is bilingual.

Understanding Personal Space & How to Respond to Unwanted Hugs Participant's Name* Coach's Name* Coach's Email* Activity 1: Personal Space Circle Objective: Teach what personal space is and how to recognize boundaries. Materials Needed: Hula hoop or masking tape Visuals showing “Too Close,” “Just Right,” “Too Far” Instructions: Create a circle around the participant using a hula hoop or floor tape. Explain that this is their personal space bubble . Have others approach slowly and ask the participant to say “Stop” when they feel someone is too close. Discuss how everyone has a right to their space and how it’s okay to ask for space. Key Message: “It’s okay to say when someone is too close.” Upload a photo of your participant inside their "personal bubble"* Upload Photo Here Activity 2: Practice Saying "No Thank You" Objective: Practice polite but firm ways to decline a hug. Instructions: Role-play different situations where someone comes in for a hug. The participant practices responding using phrases like: “No thank you, I don’t like hugs.” “I like high-fives instead.” “Let’s wave instead.” Provide praise for using their voice and making their boundaries clear. Key Message: “You are in control of your body.” Upload a video of your participant doing Activity 2* Upload Video Here Next

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Safety Activity: What to Do if My ACCESS Bus Doesn’t Arrive on Time? Participant's Name* Coach's Name* Coach's Email* ✅ Let’s Review the Safety Steps: Scenario: Your day is done, your coach has left, and your ACCESS bus hasn’t arrived yet. What should you do? 📱 Always Have Your Cell Phone Make sure your phone is charged and with you every single day . 📞 Contact the Right Person If your coach has left and your bus is still not there, call your assigned scheduling coordinator. 🪑 Wait in the Safe Location Stay at (e.g) Tacos La Calle and wait patiently. ⚠️ Do not leave the area —your bus will not wait or come looking for you if you’re not there. 🧠 Quick Quiz! What should you do if your bus is 15 minutes late and your phone is dead?* A) Walk home B) Leave and wait somewhere else C) Stay at Tacos La Calle and ask a staff member or peer to help you call your scheduling coordinator. D) Ignore it and hope the bus shows up eventually Next

Personal Information Memorization Toolkit This toolkit is designed to help participants memorize important contact and personal information, such as home address, parent/guardian phone number, workplace, and pay details. The activities are fun, repeatable, and adaptable to individual learning styles. Participant's Name* Coach's Name* Coach's Email* Activity 1: Flashcard Practice Materials: Index cards or digital flashcards Instructions: Write a question on one side (e.g., “What is your home address?”) and the answer on the back. Practice daily, reviewing incorrect cards more frequently. Celebrate progress to build confidence. Upload a photo of your participant with the flashcards* Upload Photo Here Activity 2: Memory Matching Game Materials: Printed cards with questions and answers Instructions: Create pairs (question and matching answer). Mix them and lay them face down. Flip two cards at a time to find a match. Use personal questions like home address, phone numbers, and workplace. Upload a video of your participant doing Activity 2* Upload Video Here Next

Clear Motivations is a community-based adult day program serving adults with disabilities. This Adult Employment Program helps integrate those with disabilities into the workforce. 2019 DIRECT HIRES Previous Page

Clear Motivations is a community-based adult day program serving adults with disabilities. This Adult Employment Program helps integrate those with disabilities into the workforce. 2025 DIRECT HIRES Previous Page

You Matter: Personal Rights & Safety-First A Person-Centered Guide to Empowerment Coach's Name* Participant's Name* Upload 1st Scenario Upload 1st Scenario Here Upload 2nd Scenario Upload 2nd Scenario Here Upload 3rd Scenario Upload 3rd Scenario Here Upload 4th Scenario Upload 4th Scenario Here Take a video explaining what happened and what should have done OR write it down on your notebook and upload a picture of you holding it up. Upload Video/Photo Here Take a short video of yourself answering this question: "Imagine a class you’d love to take. Why would you be interested in taking this class?" Upload Video Here Take a short video of yourself answering this question: “If you are at home and feel sick, who do you contact? Who do you contact when you’re at work?” Upload Video Here Take a short video of yourself answering this question: “What is one of your favorite holidays, and what does it mean to you?” You can also show us any drawings, symbols, or pictures that represent a holiday you celebrate. Upload Video Here Take a short video of yourself sharing three places in your community that you would like to visit with a friend. Tell us the names of the three locations—and who you’d like to take with you! Upload Video Here Take a short video of yourself answering this question: "What are some of your favorite physical activities?" and "Who do you like to do these activities with?" Upload Video Here Take a short video of yourself sharing a time when you kept yourself or someone else safe. Upload Video Here Take a short video of yourself sharing a time when you addressed a safety hazard or asked questions about something unsafe. Upload Video Here Take a short video of yourself showing and explaining your complete "My Life, My Choices" chart. You can draw your family, friends. favorite hobbies and places you would like to go in your chart! Upload Video Here Submit Enlarge video here Introduction to Personal Rights YOU MATTER: Personal Rights & Safety-First Workshop Series Right # 1: Least Restrictive Environment Right # 2: Dignity and Privacy Right # 3: Education Access Right # 4: Access to Healthcare Right # 5: Freedom of Religion and Practice Right # 6: Social and Community Life Right # 7: Physical Activity & Recreational Opportunities Right # 8: Free from Harm Right # 9: Free from Hazardous Procedures Right # 10: Life Choices

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Kickball Communication Trail Focus: Involves throwing a kickball, coordinated movement, and emphasizes communication, sensory regulation, and focus Participant's Name* Coach's Name* Coach's Email* 🔶 Overview Goal: Improve motor skills, focus, and expressive communication while engaging in a sensory-friendly physical task. Setting: Open grassy area in a park with visual boundaries (e.g., anything available!) Duration: 30–45 minutes (adjustable) 🔁 Activity Description Objective: The participant moves side-to-side (laterally) between two markers and throws a kickball to the coach each time, while also practicing a simple communication or focus task. 🗺️ Setup: Markers: Place 3 items in a row, about 5–6 feet apart (Left, Center, Right). Coach: Stands about 6–8 feet in front of the center cone with a ball. Ball: A soft kickball or lightweight therapy ball 🔄 Step-by-Step Instructions: 1. Start at the Left Coach gently tosses the ball to the participant. Participant catches the ball and says (e.g., “My favorite food is?” or “My favorite hobby is?”) then throws the ball back to the coach. Coach gives praise! 2. Move to Right Participant side-steps (or walks) to the right. Repeat: catch, respond to a prompt, throw. 3. Continue a total of 10 rounds, alternating between left and right. 🔄 Focus & Communication Prompts (examples) You can rotate or ask get-to-know-you questions. You may have to assist using the “Word by Word” method. Next

Compliment Response Toolkit This toolkit is designed to help participants learn how to respond to compliments with a positive and confident tone. By practicing simple responses and replacing dismissive phrases like 'I don’t know' or 'Why?', individuals can develop stronger social skills and build self-esteem. Participant's Name* Coach's Name* Coach's Email* 😊 “Just Say Thank You!” – Accepting Compliments with Confidence Objective: Help participants learn to graciously accept compliments from others. Materials Needed: - Printed compliment cards > Click here to access - Emotion cards or visuals (optional) - Mirror (optional) Activity 1: Discuss Why Compliments Matter 1. Why do compliments are a kind way for others to show appreciation? Why does responding with 'thank you' is respectful and builds confidence?* Next