MARDS programs encourage a happy learning environment, resulting in real growth in life enhancing skills and self-esteem. Significant quality of life improvements extend to the parents of MARDS children, many of whom would have little time for activities outside of care-giving, without MARDS.
MARDS programs provide parents with a quality resource to support their children, which allows them to successfully balance work and family.
MARDS has an on-site therapy group with Speech, Occupational and Physical Therapists, as well as an on-site Psychologist. MARDS offers quality services for all levels of disabilities in an inclusive environment.
MARDS is committed to continuous improvement. MARDS has reduced class sizes, reduced student-teacher ratios, and implemented developmentally appropriate individualized instruction. These educational opportunities help MARDS in its commitment to providing quality services.
MARDS Programs include:
Year-round inclusive care for infants and toddlers, M-F, 7AM to 6PM for children chronologically or developmentally aged from 6 weeks to 4 years old. Prices range from $105 - $125 / week.
Post-school inclusive program providing homework assistance, recreational activities and individual tutoring. August - May, M-F from 2:30 - 6PM. Prices range from $55-$75/week.
Facility based short term care program for special needs children, youth and adults from the age of 4 and up. Respite provdes an opportunity for the special needs client to interact with peers and adults outside of their family, and stay with a child care provide in a safe, nurturing environment. It also allows parents to enjoy an evening out or time for themselves.
Respite begins Friday at 5:30PM and ends Sunday at 5:30PM. MARDS is Atlanta's largest facility based respite provider. Fees are on a sliding scale, and subsidies may be available from agencies that support the developmentally challenged. For more information, please contact MARDS partners.
The Lottery Funded Georgia Pre-K program provides free high-quality preschool experiences for 3-4 year olds, providing them with the learning experiences they need to prepare them for Kindergarten. August - May, 8:00 AM - 2PM.
A program that provides 8 weeks of daily weekday activities to at-risk, disabled and typical youth during the months that school is in recess. MARDS offers field trips, as well as on-site recreational and educational activities. See our News section for more information.
A program that introduces a series of co-ed classes that teaches our youth social dignity, increases self-esteem and builds confidence.
This series of classes is offered twice yearly, in the Spring and Fall. Please contact us for registration and price information.
The participants in this program take part in activities that strengthen their social skills, teaching them how to:
- Greet others
- Use good manners
- Cultural competance and comfort
- Showing respect and consideration
- Conflict resolution
We'd love to hear from you, and answer any questions you may have about MARDS Programs. Please call us at 404.691.5570 or contact us with your questions, comments or concerns.