OUR WHY

One major problem is that children and adults with disabilities don’t have the same access or opportunities to education, community events and activities, and employment as people without disabilities. Families don’t always have the knowledge or resources to confidently advocate for all of the support and experiences needed for people with disabilities to lead full and meaningful lives.

Counting Stars, Inc. will work tirelessly to decrease barriers that hinder inclusiveness in all aspects of life. Counting Stars, Inc. believes that people labeled as challenged aren’t just a number or someone who needs to be taken care of but a human being with interests, preferences, self-worth, and the desire to be loved. By providing education and resources, and building relationships amongst community members, Counting Stars, Inc. fights for true inclusion in our county, our state, and our country.

OUR FACILITY

In leasing space from the YWCA in downtown Green Bay, we are becoming a part of their mission and vision, their passion for ending racism and empowering women. This partnership is new and exciting and will open doors for members of the YWCA and the clients of Counting Stars. We are excited to access the following spaces to increase inclusive opportunities for our children and their entire families.

• 2 Classrooms for Daily Living Skills Instruction
• Therapy Pool that is accessible for all and locker rooms
• Large gymnasium to practice social skills and exercise
• 3 fitness rooms with work out equipment and areas for yoga or other classes
• Board room for Parent/Unpaid Caregiver Trainings
• Small kitchen to practice cooking skills

OUR HOURS AND AVAILABILITY

Daily Living Skills: 

Monday-Thursday from 4:00-6:30 pm

2 Fridays/month from 4:00-6:30 pm

2 Saturdays/month from 8:00 am – 1:00 pm

Full day services will be offered on days off from school for professional development, winter break, and spring break.

Information about summer programming will be available in the spring.

Parent/Unpaid Caregiver Training

Each week will focus on a new topic. There will be 2 sessions per week and people can attend in person at the YWCA or virtually. Sessions will be 1-2 hours in length.

Values

• Counting Stars helps humanity thrive by breaking down barriers and improving the quality of lives for all.
• Support inclusiveness in the community by increasing supported and customized employment opportunities for people of all abilities
• Education is the foundation of our purpose as we firmly believe all people are life-long-learners.
• Empower people with disabilities and their caregivers to develop relationships and networking capabilities to enrich all aspects of life.