Welcome To Day Program
By The Lodge Activity Center!
WHAT IS DAY PROGRAM?
Redefining Day Habilitation
Day habilitation is more than just a program. It’s a place where individuals can grow, explore, and connect with the world around them. Each day provides structure, support, and opportunities for meaningful engagement, helping participants build confidence, learn new skills, and develop independence in ways that enrich their daily lives.
Where Purpose Meets Possibility
Day habilitation is more than just a program. It’s a place where individuals can grow, explore, and connect with the world around them. Each day provides structure, support, and opportunities for meaningful engagement, helping participants build confidence, learn new skills, and develop independence in ways that enrich their daily lives.
Additional Services
The Lodge Activity Center offers non-medical transportation and medication administration as part of our comprehensive day program, ensuring individuals receive the support they need in a safe and reliable way. Our transportation services help participants arrive ready to engage in their day, while on-site medication administration is overseen by qualified staff to promote consistency and peace of mind for families. Together, these services allow individuals to fully participate in daily activities while supporting health, safety, and independence.
OUR UNIQUE APPROACH
1. Community Integration
Connection is at the heart of what we do. Structured outings and real-world experiences give participants the confidence to engage with the world around them. Each trip, visit, or activity is a chance to grow, belong, and experience independence.
2. Purpose Driven Engagement
Every task has meaning. From animal care to culinary projects and life skills, participants contribute, learn, and succeed in ways that matter. Purposeful engagement builds pride, capability, and a sense of accomplishment every day.
3. Sensory Regulation and Movement
Movement and sensory experiences fuel growth. Through guided activities, outdoor play, and vestibular exercises, participants improve focus, coordination, and emotional balance – learning to engage with the world confidently and fully.
4. Creative Expression and Identity
Creativity sparks confidence and self-discovery. Art, music, and storytelling let individuals express themselves, celebrate their uniqueness, and connect with others. At The Lodge, creative expression builds identity, pride, and joy in every day.
JUST A FEW OF OUR ACTIVITIES
Creativity
Art and music
Interactive Learning
Science and Technology
Life Skills
Laundry and Cooking
Organization
Planning and Calendars
Physical Activity
Exercise and Coordination
Work
Employment and Volunteering
Community Engagement
Parties and Field Trips
A LETTER FROM OUR FOUNDER
Sixteen years ago, The Lodge Activity Center began as a deeply personal journey. Inspired by my brother Glen, who lives with an LGS epilepsy diagnosis, our family was searching for more than care. We were searching for dignity, purpose, and a sense of belonging. What started in 2010 in Oxford, Ohio, as a small act of love quickly grew into a place where individuals with both simple and significant needs could truly feel at home.
As the years passed, The Lodge grew alongside the people it served. We welcomed our first individuals into day habilitation programs focused on skill-building, connection, and community participation.
In 2011, I hired my daughter, Amanda Leibrock, as our first employee. This was a decision that would shape the future of The Lodge. Today, Amanda leads Operations and continues to help guide our mission with heart, dedication, and vision. Together, we expanded thoughtfully and with purpose. We added nursing support, introduced community integration outings, and created meaningful events that brought families, supporters, and the Butler County community together.
From serving our first 10 individuals to supporting more than 60 today, The Lodge became a place defined not by numbers, but by creativity, responsibility, movement, and shared experiences that build confidence and independence.
Through challenges like COVID-19 and milestones such as purchasing our home on Eaton Avenue, The Lodge has remained resilient because of the people behind it. Our staff, families, supporters, and the individuals we serve.
As we look ahead, our mission remains the same: to grow with intention, deepen our community impact, and continue creating a place where everyone belongs.
From my heart, thank you for being part of this journey.
With gratitude and hope,
Celena Parker
Founder & CEO
The Lodge Activity Center
READY TO JOIN THE LODGE?
> SCHEDULE A TOUR OF THE LODGE
Want to get a feel for our culture, staff, and the care your individual will be receiving? Schedule a tour by calling Celena Parker at (513) 291 – 0974 or by emailing celena@thelodgeactivitycenter.com today!
> FILL OUT YOUR ENROLLMENT PACKET
After your visit, complete the enrollment packet and return it to Celena Parker or Amanda Leibrock. Once we receive your packet, you will notify your Support Coordinator (SSA) that you have chosen our program.
> GET IN TOUCH WITH YOUR SUPPORT COORDINATOR
Your Support Coordinator will guide you through the next steps and contact us to confirm your individual’s attendance. Afterward, we will schedule an Intake Meeting to create a personalized plan that meets your individual’s unique needs, goals, and schedule.
> ARRANGE TRANSPORTATION TO AND FROM DAY PROGRAM
Once enrollment is finalized and attendance is confirmed, we will coordinate transportation to and from The Lodge. Our team can provide pick-up and drop-off services to make the process as smooth and convenient as possible.
We help individuals with simple and significant need develop confidence, independence, and connection in the real world.
Want to get in touch with us?
Our Location: 1390 Eaton Avenue, Hamilton OH, 45013
Celena Parker
Founder & CEO
(513) 291 – 0974
Celena@thelodgeactivitycenter.com
Amanda Leibrock
Program Director
(513) 362-0528
Amanda@thelodgeactivitycenter.com