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Community Based Day Services

Community Based Day Services

Explore More. Build Skills. Connect to Community.

Thrive’s Community Based Day Services in Worcester and Marlborough, Massachusetts are designed for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities who want more than a traditional day program.

This is not a sit-and-stay model.

This is community in action.

Worcester, MA

Located in the heart of the city, our Worcester program offers direct access to parks, restaurants, job sites, fitness spaces, and public transportation. Every day is built around real-world experiences.

Marlborough, MA

Our Marlborough space includes a kitchen, computer lab, sensory room, and flexible learning areas, surrounded by local businesses and community partners that support skill-building and employment exploration.

What Makes Thrive Different?

We blend life skills, employment exploration, recreation, wellness, and independence into one innovative, community-driven program.

Participants may:

  • Volunteer with local organizations
  • Explore job interests through hands-on training
  • Practice cooking, budgeting, and daily living skills
  • Build fitness and wellness routines
  • Develop communication and social confidence
  • Learn travel training and public transportation
  • Participate in small group community projects

Every schedule is individualized and centered around strengths, goals, and choice.

A Launchpad for Employment

For individuals interested in working, CBDS becomes a pathway forward.

We offer:

  • Career exploration and assessments
  • Job shadowing and situational experiences
  • Hands-on task training
  • Small group employment preparation
  • Gradual fading of supports as independence grows

This is skill-building with purpose.

Built for Real Life

CBDS supports adults who:

  • Are working toward employment
  • Work part-time and need structured daytime support
  • Want meaningful community engagement
  • Are retirement age and want to stay active and connected

We integrate Positive Behavioral Supports and clinical oversight to ensure individuals with complex needs succeed in authentic community environments.

Transportation That Builds Independence

Transportation is not just a ride. It is a skill.

  • Small group routes
  • Thrive vehicles
  • Public transit training
  • Independence-focused travel instruction

The goal is confidence, autonomy, and real-world navigation.

Ready to Get Started?

For over 53 years, Thrive has been committed to inclusion, ability, and community belonging. We do not separate people from the world. We help them step fully into it.

Community Based Day Services are available in Worcester and Marlborough.

Please contact Merari Alvarado to learn more or make a referral.

Let’s build a day that moves forward.