Many describe the Brandon Center as a “home away from home,” because of the friendly, bilingual staff, always eager to assist residents, seeking to help meet diverse needs with a wide variety of programs, services and classes.

All families are welcome and all services are free of charge.

The spacious, comfortable living room area greets the community with wide open arms offering a break from a busy day.  On any given day, you may see some individuals relaxing with coffee and a newspaper while others are working and talking with staff about upcoming opportunities.

In the creatively decorated children’s area, planets, stars and the moon fly overhead as toddlers bounce happily to the sounds of upbeat music. Other children may enjoy staging a puppet show, playing dress-up, or engaging in age-appropriate activities with caring staff. Often, this room features mothers and fathers sitting on the giant, colorful rug with their babies lying comfortably in front of them, intently listening to an instructor as they learn the art of infant massage. Or, on a quieter morning, mothers play with their children as they share insight and offer caring concern in a Downs Syndrome Support Group. As always with each Center, the needs of individuals, and their families, are top priority.

The computer station is a busy area of the Center where adults are welcome to use computers to contact out-of-town friends and family, conduct research or correspond for job opportunities. A variety of different classes are available promoting self-sufficiency to improve computer skills and enhance job-related activities. Often, children and youth enjoy playing educational games on the computers while parents meet with staff or attend classes.The spacious kitchen is host to a variety of fun, family-oriented events, including pot-luck dinners, multi-cultural experiences and a great time socializing and networking. The Center is an ideal place for families who are new to the area to come and form new bonds of friendship.