About Our Adult Day Program
Program Description and Structure
Our Adult Program was founded in 1985 and has evolved over the years and now serves 50 clients participating in a wide range of engaging and enriching activities throughout the day. We believe in creating ample opportunities for continued learning to support our adults under the Morgan Autism Center model.
Our Adult Program is designed with a 3:1 client-to-staff ratio. Clients range in age from 22 to 60 years old. Each day follows a predictable schedule with various activities that rotate on a weekly basis. Though we maintain the 3:1 ratio throughout the day, we often have groups of 6 or 9 clients working on the same activity. Staff are trained to teach functional and social skills to our clients throughout the day. Our clients rotate between staff and spend time with different groups of their peers.


Behavioral Philosophy
Our program follows the Morgan Autism Center Model, with a focus on respectful and positive interactions. Though all of our clients have behavioral challenges, our staff and directors work to provide the support and individualized guidance required to enable all participants to be successful and remain safe. We pride ourselves on knowing our clients well and providing support in a proactive way. Staff members do not use limit setting language such as “no,” “stop,” or “I don’t like that.” We believe that positive interactions lead to the creation of an environment that is respectful and dignified. Please see our Who We Are page for more information.
Activities
Activities are designed to be meaningful and accessible to the range of abilities of each client. Simplified directions, visuals, schedule review, and physical or modeling support are just some of the ways we adapt activities to be achievable and enjoyable for all. Each participant has the prerogative to choose from the activities that are available, though we encourage routine participation to develop skills and meaningful relationships.
Our program is constantly evolving based on the interests of our current group of clients and the different skills and perspectives of our talented staff members. Activities are designed to maintain and reinforce academic foundations that have been developed in the client’s previous school program.
Regularly Scheduled Activities Include:
Art Projects

Physical activity is integrated into our program for 30 minutes each day. While some clients prefer to walk, others enjoy doing yoga, playing soccer or basketball, riding bikes, or using the exercise equipment in our PE room. Morgan Autism Center believes in the value of staying active and fit and recognizes exercise’s contribution towards self-regulation. We encourage our clients to find fun ways to stay healthy.
Community Integration Program
Volunteer Program

Enrollment Information
Referrals to our program are generated by the client’s regional center case worker. Each referral is reviewed by the Adult Program and Community Integration Program directors and our administrative team. Prospective candidates must demonstrate the ability to care for themselves in the restroom with minimal supervision, integrate into a large group setting, and participate safely in groups of 3 or more. For more information, please contact us at info@morgancenter.org.Please visit our FAQ page for answers to some commonly asked questions.
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Morgan Autism Center
San Jose, CA 95126-3900
Phone: (408) 241-8161
Email: info@morgancenter.org
Website: https://www.morgancenter.org