Sun Up of Indian River is a not-for-profit organization founded in 1992 and formed for the purpose of providing residential and work opportunities for developmentally disabled adults in a community environment, while at the same time striving to increase the awareness and sensitivity of the public to the special abilities of adults with disabilities.
 
Our vision is to create a community where people with developmental disabilities can live in a safe, secure, pleasant environment where each person is treated with dignity and respect while achieving their maximum potential.

Our  Sun Up Saturdays educational program  in conjunction with the Adult and Community Education Program of the Indian River County School District was established to give the disabled individual an opportunity to learn new tasks as well as maintain previously learned skills.  Activities such as cooking, job interviewing, job seeking, computer basics, photography, swimming and water safety are just some of the courses offered.

The Sun Up Coffee House offers an opportunity for parents or caregivers to receive a much-needed break.  Our participants have the opportunity to socialize and enjoy games that develop a variety of skills.

PEDIATRIC THERAPY                                                        (Therapist and child)
DEVELOPMENTAL PLAY GROUPS

A new session will be starting on September 15, 2010. We will be offering Pediatric Play Groups for parents with infants and toddlers with special needs. These Play groups run for 10 weeks, on a Monday morning, time depends on the age of your child. These play groups are FREE but if you are able to make a donation it will help continue the classes later on. You will be directed by Linda Mitchell of Peds and Carrots Physical Therapy, a licensed occupational therapist and a speech language pathologists specializing in early childhood development. Parents will get a chance to play and bond with their child and will also learn valuable information on how to enhance their child's physical, emotional and social development. Grandparents and sibbling are also welcome to attend. If you are interested in signing up or have additional questions, please call The Sun Up Center office @ 770-6626.