Adult Basic Education
Enhance reading, writing, math, money, and time-telling skills
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Basketball
Learn skills and rules of the game; learn how to find local game schedules, game locations, and how to access games as a spectator
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Bowling
Develop skill and learn procedure of bowling at bowling lanes; learn about bowling leagues (location, scheduled league nights, procedure to join a league, etc.)
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Bus Training
Gain independence in taking the public bus to desired destinations
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Computers
Become familiar with operating a computer, and accessing information available on the computer; learn locations of computers for public use
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Cooking
Develop cooking skills by learning to read recipes, recognize measuring utensils, obtain ingredients needed, and prepare food items; learn of and access various instructional cooking classes in the community
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Crafts
Learn how to make various arts and crafts, as well as where to obtain needed materials; also learn of various craft class locations in community
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Library
Explore public libraries and gain knowledge on how to locate and check out items within the library
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Movies
Gain an understanding of various types of movies; locate and experience various movie theaters and video rental locations within our community; learn to independently access theater or rent video of choice
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Out to Lunch
Learn about and experience various restaurants in community for a meal; learn skills needed to decide location, purchase, and complete meal independently; learn table manners and appropriate procedures (tipping, etc.)
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- Professionalism
Through group interaction and role-playing gain an understanding of appropriate behavior on the job; discuss prior work experience and visit local businesses in the community to learn about various work opportunities and positions for future vocational goals; gain necessary job search skills
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Shopping
Learn about and experience various stores in the community and items that can be purchased at these locations; manage a budget when shopping with a set amount of money
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Social Skills
Discussions regarding appropriate behavior, conversation, and interactive skills.
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Tours
Experience and learn to access various establishments in the community for leisure activities as well as for increased knowledge of community
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Swimming
Develop various swimming skills and techniques; gain knowledge of how to access local sites available for swimming
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Volunteerism
Learn about the value of volunteer work as a social activity; experience a work setting and improve work skills
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Wellness
Gain knowledge of general mental and physical health improvement and maintenance through group discussions and participation in activities and exercise
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Day Support Groups
| Below you will find a list of support groups that are offered at the Barber National Institute. | |
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