Community Outing

Our library outings give participants the chance to explore books, magazines, audiobooks, and technology in a peaceful and engaging environment. These visits support literacy, curiosity, and independence, while also encouraging social interaction and quiet reflection. Whether checking out a favorite book or joining a community reading corner, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.

Our park outings offer participants a chance to enjoy nature, move their bodies, and relax in an open, outdoor setting. Whether it's a walk on a trail, sitting under a shady tree, playing a game, or simply enjoying the sunshine, these visits encourage physical activity, social connection, and a refreshing break from routine.

Participants visit local supermarkets to practice everyday skills like planning, budgeting, shopping for ingredients, and using money. These hands-on experiences build confidence and independence in a supportive, real-world environment.

Restaurant outings give participants the opportunity to practice social skills, table manners, ordering from a menu, and handling money in a fun, relaxed setting. These experiences promote independence, choice-making, and community integration while enjoying a shared meal with peers.

Our pet therapy sessions offer participants the chance to interact with gentle, trained animals in a calm and supportive environment. These visits can reduce stress, boost mood, and encourage communication and emotional expression. Whether through petting, brushing, or simply being near the animals, participants experience joy, comfort, and meaningful connection.

Bowling outings provide a fun and inclusive way to build coordination, confidence, and teamwork. Participants enjoy friendly games, cheer each other on, and engage in light physical activity in a supportive, community-based environment. Whether you're a beginner or a pro, everyone wins with laughter and connection.

Our museum outings offer participants the chance to engage with art, history, science, and culture in an interactive and inspiring setting. These trips promote curiosity, conversation, and learning while encouraging respectful exploration of public spaces. Each visit is a new opportunity to discover and connect with the world around us.

Sports and fitness events promote physical health, teamwork, and confidence through fun and inclusive activities. Whether it’s attending a local game, joining a walking club, or participating in adapted group exercises, participants enjoy staying active while building social skills and healthy habits in an encouraging atmosphere.

Sports and fitness events promote physical health, teamwork, and confidence through fun and inclusive activities. Whether it’s attending a local game, joining a walking club, or participating in adapted group exercises, participants enjoy staying active while building social skills and healthy habits in an encouraging atmosphere.

At The Marques Center, we honor holidays throughout the year with festive celebrations that bring joy, creativity, and a sense of community. From cultural traditions to seasonal crafts, music, themed meals, and group activities, each celebration is a chance for participants to express themselves, learn about different customs, and enjoy meaningful moments with peers and staff..

Theater outings offer participants the joy of live entertainment while encouraging cultural enrichment and social engagement. Whether attending plays, musicals, or community performances, these outings spark imagination, foster discussion, and provide a fun, shared experience in an inclusive and supportive environment

We teach participants how to navigate the community safely and use public transportation with confidence. Through hands-on instruction, role-play, and guided outings, individuals learn to read transit signs, follow safety rules, recognize landmarks, and respond to unexpected situations. These skills promote independence, awareness, and self-reliance in everyday travel.