Individualized Skills and Socialization
Our ISS program is designed to help adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities build skills, connect with their community, and live fuller, more independent lives.
What is ISS?
Individualized Skills and Socialization (ISS) is a Texas HHSC-funded service that provides structured, community-based support for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
ISS is not a one-size-fits-all program. Every participant has a unique support plan built around their personal goals, interests, and needs — developed in collaboration with the individual, their family, and their service coordinator.
Our services are offsite and community-based — participants are out in the real world every day. Whether that's going to the library, bowling, visiting a museum, or exploring local businesses, every activity is intentional and built around each person's goals.
We take participants into the community — parks, museums, restaurants, sporting events, and local businesses. These outings build confidence, social skills, and a genuine sense of belonging.
From cooking and budgeting to personal hygiene and time management, we work on the practical skills that support greater independence and self-sufficiency.
We facilitate meaningful friendships and group activities — because relationships are at the heart of a good life. Participants build communication skills and learn to navigate social situations with confidence.
Art, music, crafts, cooking, and creative expression are woven into our program. These activities build fine motor skills, self-expression, and joy.
Our ISS services are community-based — meaning your loved one is out living life every single day. We don't sit in a classroom. We go to the library to read, hit the bowling alley, explore local parks, visit museums, shop at the grocery store, and participate in the real world. Every outing is purposeful, building skills and confidence in the environments where life actually happens.
We are expanding to offer Onsite ISS — structured skill-building and socialization in a consistent, familiar setting. This service will bring the same person-centered programming to a dedicated location, providing routine and community for individuals who thrive in a stable environment.
We support participants in developing healthy habits — physical activity, nutrition awareness, and self-care routines that contribute to long-term wellbeing.
For participants interested in employment, we offer vocational exploration activities — job shadowing, volunteer opportunities, and workplace readiness skills.
We are excited to be expanding our services to include Adult Day Care — a safe, engaging, and supportive daytime environment for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Stay tuned for more details on our upcoming launch.
How it works
Call us or fill out our contact form. We'll answer your questions and learn about the person you're supporting.
We meet with the individual and their family or service coordinator to understand their goals, interests, and support needs.
Together, we create an individualized support plan that reflects the person's unique goals and preferred activities.
Services begin on a schedule that works for the individual and their family. We check in regularly and adjust the plan as goals evolve.
We'd love to talk about how our ISS program can support the person you care about.