1. What Programs does Next Step Ministries offer?
We offer a Therapeutic Day Care for Special Needs Young Adults, Monday through Friday and a Saturday Respite Program for special needs kids ages 5 and older. Also, we will have a Summer Day Camp for moderately to profoundly developmentally delayed or autistic middle school, high school, or recently transitioned students.

2. Are my donations tax deductible?
Yes. We are a 501(c)3 IRS Corporation. Please consult your tax advisor for more specific answers to tax related questions.

3. Does my family or family member have to be a Christian to attend the Program?
No. We find that many families are not able to attend church due to a family member's special needs. There will be Christian music and media, Bible stories, and prayer as part of the Program activities.

4. Is the Program associated with a particular church or denomination?
No. Although the members on the Board of Directors are Baptist, the Program is not formally associated with any church or denomination. Christian values are supported and demonstrated, with the Bible as a foundation.

5. Who is on staff?
We staff with a physical therapist, teacher, nurse and assistants. This will be supplemented by volunteers from the community. The therapist will not be providing private therapy, but directing group therapeutic activities geared toward client needs to maintain functional skills.

6. What is your staff to client ratio?
To provide quality service there will be one staff member to no more than four clients.

7. What are the Program hours?
We are open from 8:00AM to 6:00PM.

8. Will you accept all clients who apply?
We will generally be able to accept clients with all levels of disabilities following an evaluation and meeting with the family to assure that there will be a good fit between the Program and client/family needs.

We will not be able to accept clients that demonstrate aggressive or abusive behaviors to others or themselves. The safety and well-being of all clients and staff is of paramount importance.

9. Will you provide transportation to and from the Program?
No. Like a child day care center, parents/family members will be responsible for getting the client and from the Program.

10. Can we come visit the Center?
Absolutely! We welcome tours! Call for an appointment time - 770-592-1227.

11. I have lots of questions! How do I get more answers??
Please call us!! We would love to talk to you by phone or email, find out your needs, and provide you with information on the Program. and you may be a great resource to help us as we move forward with the "Next Step"!

Our email address is www.nextstepministries@att.net .
Our phone is 770.592.1227.


Therapeutic Day Care for Special Needs Young Adults  Saturday Respite Program
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