Conly Day Program
Center-Based Day Program & Community Life Engagement
The Conly Day Program, housed at the James Conly Center in Shreveport, Louisiana, provides engaging and productive activities for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Serving an average of 125 participants daily, the program offers opportunities for skill development, meaningful social connections, and community involvement tailored to individual interests and goals.
Participants engage in a variety of activities, including life skills development, arts and crafts, recreational projects, social events, movie viewings, and more. Certified coordinators continuously enhance the program with person-centered care practices designed to help participants achieve their goals and improve their quality of life.
The Conly Day Program is open weekdays, Monday through Friday, for adults of all ages with intellectual and developmental disabilities, providing customized options to meet each individual’s needs and empower participants to thrive both within the program and in the broader community.
Named in honor of James M. Conly, Jr., a former Board Member of The Arc Caddo-Bossier and Chairman of the Board at Beaird-Poulan/Weed Eater, the program, established in 1984, is located on property donated through his efforts.
Community Life Engagement
In addition to our on-site Day Program, The Arc Caddo-Bossier also has the Community Life Engagement (CLE) Program which serves as a fun way that smaller groups (no more than 4 participants along with one staff) can venture out into Northwest Louisiana and surrounding areas. Our CLE teams serve and explore the community in ways that are endless and include volunteering, sightseeing, attending special events, eating at restaurants, etc.
The small group collectively decides what they would like to do each day along with the support of our team of staff members, or participate on scheduled days with one of our many community partners such as Christian Services, 5 Loaves 2 Fish, Northwest Louisiana Food Bank, Caddo Council on Aging Meals on Wheels, Providence House, Holy Cross’ Hope House. We are always looking for new volunteer opportunities and partners.
In addition to the smaller groups going out in the community, our on-site Day Program participants frequently have the option to venture out in the community in groups of no more than 8 participants.
What do the participants do
on a daily basis?
Customized Individual Service Plans (ISPs)
Person-centered plans are developed for each person who participates in the day program.
Many come to the Conly Day Program on their off days from their jobs to socialize with their friends, peers and to participate in community life engagement activities.
Center-Based Day Program Activities
Our Cafeteria/Auditorium is used for dining events and a variety of activities including dance parties, karaoke, movie days with popcorn and special events.
Streaming TVs have the capability of showing documentaries, game shows, sports, whatever the group collectively decides to enjoy together. We also feature interactive virtual programs through services like Kibu.
PS4 Gaming is fun for all with games like Madden, NBA2K, Justice League, WWE
Creative Arts offerings include painting, drawing, ceramics, decorating and more!
Our Recreation Room features comfy couches, a Wii gaming system, big screen tv, skee ball, air hockey table, and pool table
The Computer Lab features a room of computers that can be used for word processing, graphics/drawing, reading, virtual learning and more!
Frequently Asked Questions
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Many ride Sportran bus system or schedule Sportran Liftline or On Demands services. Others have family/representative drop them off and pick them up.
We provide limited transportation services for qualified individuals based on level of service and location.
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Individuals wanting to attend the Conly Day Program will want to speak with their case manager or support coordinator to sign up to attend the program.
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Most of the participants in the Conly Day Program receive Home and Community-Based Waiver Services (HCBS) or live in Community Homes (Intermediate Care Facilities for People with Developmental Disabilities). These services are offered through programs of the Louisiana Department of Health.
The level of services a participant receives is determined by their Screening for Urgency of Need (SUN) score, which establishes their priority for assistance. This screening is conducted during a consultation with the Northwest Louisiana Human Services District (NLHSD).
James Conly Center / Frost Industries
5320 Greenwood Rd,
Shreveport, LA 71109
Hours
Monday–Friday
7:30 am–4:00 pm
Phone
(318) 631-9501