Adult Services

Adult Services - United Rehabilitation Services of Greater Dayton

Where Purpose Meets Belonging

Empowering adults and seniors with disabilities through meaningful programs, community engagement, and pathways to independence since 1956.

Adult Services participant
Serving Since
1956

More Than a Program: A Community of Growth

At the intersection of Needmore and Old Troy Pike, our state-of-the-art facility isn't just a building—it's a thriving community center where adults find purpose, build friendships, and discover new abilities every single day.

114
Individuals Served in 2024
9,255
Nutritious Lunches Served
500+
Community Outings

State-of-the-Art Facilities

Our purpose-built spaces support learning, creativity, wellness, and community connection.

Adult Center A • Adult Center B • Adult Center C • Art Room • Sensory Room • Snoezelen Room • Laundry Room • Meditation Room • Pre-Vocational Training Room • Computer/Learning Lab • Gymnasium • Cafeteria

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Pathways to Purpose and Independence

Adult Day Center activities

Adult Day Center

Our Adult Day Center Programs focus on socially-engaging activities for adults with developmental or acquired disabilities. We address physical, social, and psychological needs while fostering independence and self-advocacy.

  • Gardening, music, literacy, and computer science
  • Art and cultural activities
  • Weekly community outings to libraries, museums, parks
  • Assistance with activities of daily living
Community Integration outing

Community Integration

Our Community Integration program is in the community every day, with groups enjoying outings to local attractions, restaurants, and cultural events. Participants also give back—contributing nearly 700 volunteer hours annually with organizations like Miami Valley Meals, Crayons to Classrooms, and Shoes 4 the Shoeless.

  • Daily community outings in small groups
  • Visits to Dayton Dragons, museums, Metro Parks
  • Concerts at Riverscape and Levitt Pavilion
  • Volunteer opportunities with local nonprofits
Pre-Vocational Training

Pre-Vocational Training

Our Pre-Vocational program teaches soft skills essential for workplace success, preparing participants for employment opportunities through our Employment Services department.

  • Responsibility and accountability training
  • Task completion and problem solving
  • Appropriate social interaction skills
  • Workplace safety awareness

Special Events & Social Programming

Experience the vibrant community at URS! We offer expanded programming with opportunities for the community to attend special functions. Here are just a few of our upcoming events—we also host talent shows, Valentine's dances, Halloween parties, and more!

Prom Night

Prom Night

An unforgettable evening of dancing, celebration, and crowning our prom royalty!

Silent Disco

Silent Disco

Put on your headphones and dance to your own beat at our popular silent disco events!

Community Outings

Community Outings

From Dayton Dragons games to museum visits, we're out in the community every day!

Noah's Journey

Noah's Journey

For more than 11 years, URS has been Noah's second home. From Latchkey, to Super Seniors, to Community Integration, Noah has grown with us — and his heart has shaped every program he's touched.

Though non-verbal, Noah speaks volumes through his actions.

He volunteers across Dayton — Miami Valley Meals, Shoes for the Shoeless, Crayons to Classrooms, Boonshoft, MetroParks — showing his peers what community truly looks like.

Noah embodies URS' mission: purpose, independence, and belonging. His journey is a powerful reminder of what happens when a child grows up in a place that believes in them.

On-site nursing care

On-Site Nursing Support

Our nursing staff provides comprehensive on-site support including CPR, First Aid, Medication Delegation, health monitoring, and infection control. Families have peace of mind knowing professional medical support is always available.

  • Daily health monitoring
  • Medication administration
  • Emergency response readiness
  • Health education and training

Meet Your Adult Services Team

Elizabeth Hess

Adult Services Manager
ehess@ursdayton.org
937-853-5429

Elizabeth Vannorsdall

Program Specialist

Nicole Lewis

Program Specialist
nlewis@ursdayton.org
937-853-5440

Nate Badger

Program Specialist
nbadger@ursdayton.org
937-233-1230 ext. 108

Terease Blazer

Program Specialist
tblazer@ursdayton.org
937-853-5443

Ready to Learn More?

Call Elizabeth to schedule a tour and see if Adult Services is the right fit for your loved one.

937-853-5429