Developmental Enrichment Centers (DEC) is a Glendale nonprofit serving children and adults with developmental disabilities. Its Adult Day Treatment and Training (DTA) program for adults 22 and older runs year-round and focuses on independence, life skills, communication, community participation and pre-employment skills. A separate Senior DTA for adults 65 and older with developmental disabilities focuses on maintaining skills, staying active and social connection, with shortened days possible. Reviewers describe DEC as a faith-based program with weekly praise and worship, and parents say their adult children have made friends and feel safe there; others mention difficulty reaching staff by phone.

Services & Care

Adults work on cooking, nutrition, money management, safety, technology and decision-making, along with communication and social skills. The day includes coffee and news, recreation, group activities, lunch, a computer lab and community activities such as shopping, field trips and volunteering, plus pre-employment and workplace-readiness skills. The Senior DTA adds a daily fitness program, music, games, crafts, reading and journaling, with trained providers watching for changes in health, medication and medical needs.

Access & Practical Info

DEC is at 16809 N 53rd Ave #2, Glendale, AZ 85306. The DTA programs run year-round, Monday to Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., and transportation to and from the program is available with some restrictions. Call (602) 597-0285 to discuss eligibility and enrollment or to schedule a tour.