Programs
& Services
Learning, growing, creating and enjoying each other’s company in a safe and nurturing environment – it’s what we strive for every day for our KANDU clients. We offer a range of options for individuals ages 14 and older of varying abilities and a care team that ensures all health and wellness needs are met. Clients love coming to KANDU, and caregivers know that their loved ones are happy, active, and enjoying a variety of activities and experiences. Our clients broaden their social, emotional, and personal development, and gain a sense of independence and self-worth that everyone deserves.
What we Offer
Adult Day Services & Memory Care
Physical and mental health as well as social well-being are the priority of our adult day services and memory care program. Our activities-based program is tailored to each participant’s abilities in a meaningful, safe, and structured environment. Our expert care staff — including certified nursing assistants— provide peace of mind that your loved one is cared for, happy and safe.
DAILY LIVING SKILLS
Our person-centered living skills programs grow our clients’ daily independence. With programs for individuals age 14 and older, we cultivate a personalized plan, taking into account each person’s unique abilities and needs. Not only do participants gain increased autonomy, but they also develop increased social, emotional, and personal wellbeing skills.
LIVIN’ & LEARNIN’
Buying a movie ticket, using a cell phone, joining a club – knowing how to accomplish these activities and more outside of work give our clients the independence they need to move confidently through their day. Livin’ & Learnin’ is for individuals ages 14 to 18 and includes support reaching personal goals and opportunities to learn new skills with others in the program.
MINDS IN MOTION
A community-based day habilitation program designed to help seniors improve self-help, socialization and adaptive skills. Regularly scheduled community activities are designed to foster positive social behavior and interpersonal competence, greater independence, and personal choice. KANDU’s client service team works cooperatively with each participant and their support system to assess individual needs and develop team-based activities designed to reach specific goals.
JOB TRAINING & COMMUNITY EMPLOYMENT
At KANDU, we believe that our clients can thrive in the workplace with the right support and training. Removing barriers to employment is the primary focus of our workforce programs. Whether matching individuals with employers, providing pre-vocational training, or helping someone return to the workplace after an injury, KANDU’s dedicated staff prioritizes matching clients with work that is both fulfilling and a great fit for their abilities.
RESIDENTIAL SERVICES
At KANDU’s Adult Family Home, we extend the person-centered care we provide our clients during the day into a full-time residential housing program. Providing accommodations for up to four individuals at a time, the Adult Family Home is fully accessible and allows residents to build deeper connections with one another.
KANDU CARES
Designed to provide caregivers with respite from the challenges of providing hands-on care for children with physical and/or intellectual disabilities, KANDU Cares allows caregivers an opportunity to take care of their own physical and mental health, spend time with other family members or just enjoy a few hours to rest or manage other daily living responsibilities. Stay tuned for more details.
For more information or to inquire about program availability, caregivers can contact Isaiah Vance, KANDU’s client services compliance director at ivance@kanduindustries.com or by calling (608) 314-1916.
News
KANDU IN THE NEWS: GRAND OPENING PARTY
KANDU Industries received front page coverage in The Gazette.
KANDU INDUSTRIES ANNOUNCES GRAND OPENING EVENT ON SEPTEMBER 28
KANDU announced their Grand Opening event will take place on September 28, 2024 from 3-6 p.m. at KANDU’s new facility, located at 15 Plumb Street in Milton Wis. Admission is free and attendees of all ages and ability levels are welcome.
LIVIN’ AND LEARNIN’ ON THE NEWS
KANDU Livin’ and Learnin’ clients took a tour WREX channel 13 news station and ended up making the news! Thanks WREX!
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Today’s the day! 💜 Join us for the very first Memory Café at KANDU in our new Mrs. Potts Coffee Shop from 11 a.m. to noon. Caregivers and individuals with dementia are invited to enjoy a warm, welcoming space with fun activities, connection, and support from others who understand. To ...register, call Julie at (608) 755-4123. We can’t wait to see you there!
In partnership with the Aging and Disability Resource Center of Rock County🤝
Clients in KANDU's Increased Support Program (ISP) had an amazing day at Busy Barns Adventure Farm in Fort Atkinson! 🐐 From petting animals to picking from the pumpkin patch, our clients enjoyed every moment of hands-on fun and fresh farm air. Outings like these help our clients connect ...with the community, experience new things, and build lasting memories. Thank you, Busy Barns, for a fantastic day! 🌾
On Wednesday, December 4, from 4-8 PM, head to Five Guys in Janesville and support KANDU Industries! 🍔🥤 When you dine in or order takeout during this time, 20% of your purchase will go toward empowering individuals with disabilities and dementia.
Enjoy great food and make a ...difference—mark your calendars! 📅
🎉 Calling all families and community groups! Show your holiday spirit by sponsoring a tree at KANDU’s Festive Forest Extravaganza. Decorate a tree, enjoy the event, and support a wonderful cause. To sign up now, call 608-755-4123 or email emiller@kanduindustries.com ✨
Thank you to the Milton Wisconsin Knights of Columbus for supporting KANDU and featuring us in the Wisconsin State Council’s Badger Bulletin newsletter. We are fortunate for all the support we have received from the Knights of Columbus and other Milton organizations since moving into our new ...facility early this year.
A big thank you to the Janesville Fire Department for an amazing tour! 🚒 Day Services clients loved meeting the firefighters, watching them come down the fire pole, and learning about the life-saving work they do. Community outings like this are an important part of KANDU’s programs, helping ...our clients build connections, learn about safety, and experience meaningful community integration. We’re grateful for the chance to introduce our clients to local heroes and promote inclusivity across our community! 💙
✨ Add some sparkle to the holiday season! Sponsor a tree at KANDU’s Festive Forest Extravaganza 🎄, part of Merry Milton Week! It’s a fantastic way to boost team morale, support a local nonprofit, and connect with the community. Contact us to reserve your tree today: 608.755.4123
KANDU and the Aging & Disability Resource Center of Central Wisconsin will host memory Cafés at KANDU's Ms. Potts Coffee Shop on the third Wednesday of each month from 11 a.m. to noon. Memory Cafés are rapidly growing in popularity as a safe place for people with a dementia diagnosis ...and their caregivers to come together for support. Monthly themed activities facilitate discussions and create a fun environment for learning and socializing. If you and your loved one want to register, please call Julie at (608) 755-4123.