Healthy lifestyles and mindfulness.
Art projects
Cooking
Yoga
Pet therapy
Research and learn
Explore the community through fun and engaging activities like:
Outdoor recreation -
Staunton State Park: Track Chair program and fishing
DPR Adaptive Recreation: paddle boarding and adaptive cycling
Holiday light tours
National Western Stock Show
Plays at Denver Center for the Performing Arts
Museum tours
Bowling
We also offer volunteer opportunities for participants:
Weinberg Food Pantry
JFS Community Table Lunch program
Hygiene kit assembly for Justice Necessary
ACE: Arts and Community Exploration
The ACE: Arts and Community Exploration program is a people-centered interactive program for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities engaging in both center-based and community outings. Participants explore the community at cultural and art centers, parks, libraries, downtown adventures, and museums. They enjoy helping others by volunteering and donating time to give back to the community.
Dedicated staff are trained and experienced to support self-determined goals. Participants are empowered to learn new skills, develop relationships, and engage safely in their community.
Meaningful center-based activities include:
ACE Open House
Whether you're looking to make new friends, explore the community, volunteer, or just have some fun, ACE has something for everyone. Join us at one, or all, of our open houses and learn how to become a part of our family!
Learn about our program.
Tour the ACE program and view participants' original works of art.
Enjoy outdoor games and food demonstrations.
April 9, 4-6 p.m.: BINGO Night - win prizes!
May 15, 4-6 p.m.: Art Gallery - get creative!
June 11, 2:30-4:30 p.m.: Block Party - meet new people!
6500 E Girard Ave, Denver, CO 80224 | RSVP at jewishfamilyservice.org/open-house
If you have questions, contact Judy Pankoff or 720.459.3897.
Activities and Adventures
Our disability team was recently introduced to Free Range Beehives, which utilizes honeybees to deliver engaging wellness programs. Through this partnership, our Arts and Community Exploration (ACE) participants learned about the honey business, the importance of bees in our environment and got hands-on experience bottling around 400 jars of honey - it's safe to say our ACE team had a sweet time. We're buzzing with excitement about this newfound friendship and can't wait for more collaborations with the Free Range Beehives team in the future 🐝.
Meet the Team
Proud to Partner with:
For more information, contact Judith Pankoff, program manager, at 720.459.3897.