Development of a Communication Class Curriculum for Young Adults with Developmental Disabilities

This project involves creating a comprehensive communication curriculum tailored for young adults with developmental disabilities. The curriculum will focus on enhancing both verbal and non-verbal communication skills, social interaction, and practical communication strategies for real-world settings. The goal is to empower students to communicate effectively in personal, educational, and professional environments.  Objectives:   Curriculum Development: Design a communication class curriculum that addresses the specific needs and learning styles of young adults with developmental disabilities.  Inclusive and Accessible Materials: Create accessible, engaging teaching materials that incorporate multiple forms of communication (e.g., verbal, visual, and assistive technologies).  Skill Development: Focus on building foundational communication skills such as listening, speaking, social interaction, and non-verbal cues.  Real-World Applications: Include lessons that help students apply communication skills in daily situations, such as navigating public spaces, using communication devices, and interacting with peers and authority figures.  Evaluation and Feedback Mechanisms: Provide strategies for assessing student progress and adjusting the curriculum based on individual needs and feedback. 

EmpowerED Prototype: Real-World Learning Platform for Young Adults with Developmental Disabilities

Resilient Hearts Inc. seeks to develop EmpowerED , an accessible online platform for young adults with developmental disabilities to build essential life and social skills. This project will focus on creating a foundational prototype with core interactive features and a user-friendly, accessible design, laying the groundwork for future, more comprehensive development. Project Objectives: Develop a Basic Prototype : Create a functional prototype that demonstrates key platform features (interactive modules and a simple community forum). Prioritize Accessibility : Implement accessible design principles to make the platform easy to use for individuals with developmental disabilities. Interactive Modules : Build at least one interactive life skills module to demonstrate platform functionality. Feedback Collection : Collect feedback from stakeholders for future improvements and document key insights.

Video Production- Showcasing Resilient Hearts

To create a compelling short film or series of videos that captures the mission, vision, and community impact of Resilient Hearts, promoting awareness and engagement. Telling Our Story: Showcasing services and empowering hub of Resilient Hearts and what impact Resilient Hearts aims to create in community.  

Employee Benefits Program

Our organization aims to establish an employee benefits program that supports the well-being of our diverse team. We seek collaboration with students to create a comprehensive plan that aligns with our goals and budget. Project Steps Students will engage in the following key steps: Identify Objectives and Conduct a Needs Assessment Understand the diverse needs of our employees through surveys or focus groups. Determine what benefits are most valued and required by our staff. Recommend Changes to the Program Analyze the needs assessment findings and propose a tailored benefits package. Consider budget constraints and feasibility in recommendations. Gather and incorporate employee feedback into the proposed program. Create a Communication Strategy Develop a clear and effective strategy for communicating the benefits to employees. Determine channels for communication (e.g., meetings, emails, newsletters). Develop a Periodic Evaluation Process Outline methods to periodically assess the effectiveness and relevance of the benefits program. Establish metrics for evaluating employee satisfaction and program utilization. Bonus Steps Assist in Implementing the Communication Strategy Collaborate with Resilient Hearts staff to launch the communication plan. Support the initial rollout of the benefits program to ensure clarity and engagement.