A new chapter is beginning for a longtime community program serving individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, as the former Pleasant Acres Day School prepares to reopen under a new nonprofit organization with expanded services.
The organization will offer free services designed to provide individuals with opportunities for personal growth, independence, friendships and meaningful community connections.
Matilda Ogden Stephens, a longtime advocate for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, serves on the organization’s board and is helping support its new beginning.
The reopening represents more than simply bringing a former facility back into operation. Organizers hope to create a welcoming environment where individuals can develop skills, build relationships and experience a sense of belonging.
Community members interested in learning more about the program or registering for services are invited to visit the facility on Monday, November 2, from 1 to 5 p.m. The program is scheduled to officially begin Tuesday, November 3.
The facility is located at 335 Liberty Road, past the community pool.
Although services will be provided free of charge, the organization is seeking community support to help sustain its mission. Residents can contribute through financial donations, volunteering, donating supplies, sharing their talents or helping spread awareness about the program.
Those interested in learning more, supporting the organization or registering for services can contact Matilda Ogden Stephens at mostep13@gmail.com.
The initiative aims to provide a renewed source of support for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families throughout the Natchez area.
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