Independent living, Inc. sponsors a number of social and recreational activities for individuals with developmental disabilities. Our aim is to make sure each client is given opportunities to develop and enhance relationships with peers and others. We believe that in order to thrive, all persons need a sense of “community,” the feeling that they are connected to others, to their neighborhood, and to the society at large. Toward that end, our Men’s Group Home and Women’s Group Home host a weekly “Social,” which is a formal opportunity for the group home residents to invite friends and family from the community to visit and engage in planned activities, such as playing games, dancing, watching movies, etc. We also hold four formal gatherings for clients and staff annually: a Valentine’s Day dinner/dance, a “Summer Wave” swim party, a Halloween costume party, and a Christmas party.