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TradeWinds
Serving People with special needs by empowering them to realize their full potential.
TradeWinds provides services for children of all abilities and adults with physical and developmental disabilities including Child Care, Summer & Functional Skills Camps, and Speech & Occupational Therapy; Adult Day Activity Program & Training (ADAPT), Pre-Vocational Services (Sewing Manufacturing, Sign Shop, Packaging, General Assembly & Order Fulfillment), Employment Services, Residential Group and Supported Living Homes, Respite for Caregivers, Deaf Services, TradeWinds Community Pantry, and Chicago Lighthouse Low Vision Clinic for residents of Northwest Indiana.

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Services for the Community

TradeWinds provides skill training and job opportunities for our adults with disabilities to earn a paycheck.

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Giving Back to Benefit Others

Established through philanthropy and volunteer support, your donations, time or talents to TradeWinds helps people with disabilities achieve greater independence, dignity and personal freedom.

Recent News

Legacy Foundation Grant Support for TradeWinds Sensory Room

Thank you, Legacy Foundation, for the $2,500.00 grant awarded in November to support TradeWinds Sensory Room. This funding will provide new equipment which will enhance the therapeutic and calming space for children and adults with varied abilities or with behavior challenges. Sensory play enhances learning through exploration, curiosity, problem solving, and creativity experiences to help build physical, language, and cognitive skills. We are committed to using these funds responsibly and effectively, ensuring that your investment in our mission produces positive outcomes for the community.

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Upcoming events

Dec
19
2024
TradeWinds Community Food Pantry
TradeWinds East Building
Jan
27
2025
TradeWinds Bowling Night
Stardust Bowl 2 of Merrillville
Apr
26
2025
TradeWinds Annual Gala
Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana
Jul
14
2025
TradeWinds Golf Scramble for Kids
Briar Ridge Country Club, Schererville, IN
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