Special Needs Services

SUNDAY 9:30 & 11:00AM

WELCOME TO ACCESS & ACCESS KIDS!

We love partnering with parents to connect kids, teens, and adults with special needs to Jesus! Everyone is valuable to God and to us which is why we take great care to create specialized environments that support each individual's unique needs.

WE MAKE SURE EVERY INDIVIDUAL...

IS SAFE & LOVED

We have an amazing team of background-checked, pre-approved, and specially trained staff and volunteers who genuinely love Jesus and your participants. We also follow a strict check-in and check-out process to ensure their safety.

Well-Person Policy

HAS FUN

Our rooms are filled with engaging and developmentally-appropriate toys, activities, and lessons that your participant will love and want to keep coming back for!

HEARS GOD'S WORD

Our engaging lessons are specifically designed to fit each individual’s unique needs.

Ark Church – Access Kids

Access Kids

Our self-contained classroom is filled with activities, music, and interactive lessons that encourage a connection with Jesus. This class is available during both Sunday morning and Wednesday evening services for kids 3s–5th grade with special needs.

Ark Church – Access

Access

Our self-contained classroom is packed with biblical truths communicated in developmentally appropriate ways that help participants connect with Jesus. This class is available during both Sunday morning services for teens and adults with special needs.

Ark Church – Parents' Night Out

Parents' Night Out

Parents and caregivers of children, teens, and adults with special needs get to enjoy a night out while their participants experience a night full of fun! There are separate events throughout the year based on age and developmental ability. Check the Featured Events below for upcoming respite nights.

MEET THE TEAM

Ellen Moore
Children's Pastor
Courtney Diaz
Special Needs Area Leader
Meagan Ludwig
Elementary & Special Needs Director
Ellen Moore
Children's Pastor
Courtney Diaz
Special Needs Area Leader
Meagan Ludwig
Elementary & Special Needs Director

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FAQs

We accommodate a variety of abilities in our classrooms, including mental, physical, and behavioral. If your participant requires specialized assistance, we have classrooms available to fit their needs. We also offer a buddy system for those who would benefit from a one-on-one partnership with a trained volunteer.
Yes! The easiest way to access our Special Needs area is through the South Lobby. There are plenty of accessible parking spaces available near this entrance.
Yes! If your participant is able to be independent in their age-appropriate classroom, they are absolutely welcome. We also have a buddy system for our Junior, Elementary, and Youth Auditoriums to help meet specific needs.
Our classrooms are available during both Sunday services and will open 30 minutes prior to service.
A Check-In team member will assist you in the Access area. We'll get your information, your attendee will get a name tag with a security code, and you'll get a matching tag.

All participants should be picked up within 15 minutes after service at the same location where they were dropped off. Anyone picking up an attendee must present the guardian security tag that matches the participant's tag.
Safety is a priority for The Ark Church and Access. For your attendee's well-being and our liability, an adult (at least 18 years of age) must remain on the premises for the duration of the participant's time on campus.
We have an electronic, adjustable changing table available for kids and adults with special needs. If your participant is in Access Kids, we'll take care of changing them during service. For older participants, we'll contact you to assist them.
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