After Hours
Weekly Programs for neurodivergent adults in the Roaring Fork Valley
After Hours: Discover. Create. Belong.
We can’t wait to kick off 2026 with Ascendigo After Hours!
This beloved evening program for neurodivergent adults in the Roaring Fork Valley offers a season full of creativity, connection, and growth. From painting and storytelling to dance and culinary adventures, participants will explore creativity, storytelling, movement, and culinary adventures in a supportive, sensory-friendly environment designed to build confidence, connection, and self-expression. After Hours is all about learning, laughing, and thriving together—no matter the season!
Winter After Hours Programs
Paint & Sway
Location: Ascendigo, 695 Buggy Circle in Carbondale
Schedule: Mondays | 13 Weeks | 4:00 – 7:00 PM
Program Dates: January 12 – April 27 (No class: Jan. 19th, Feb. 16th & April 6th)
13-Week Course:
Private Pay $1,950 | Medicaid DD Waiver | Medicaid SLS Waiver
Course Overview
Paint & Sway is a calming, expressive evening course that blends watercolor painting with gentle movement and dance. Each week, learners will explore both creative outlets—experimenting with watercolor techniques such as blending, washes, and brush control, while also engaging in simple rhythmic movement, stretching, and flow-based dance activities.
Staff will support participants through accessible art projects and guided movement routines, encouraging personal expression across both mediums. Learners may paint to music, translate movement into color, or reflect on emotions through both body and brush—creating a unique, multisensory creative experience.
The environment is intentionally peaceful and sensory-friendly, featuring soft lighting, soothing music, and a supportive atmosphere that helps participants slow down, regulate, and unwind. This calm space promotes mindfulness, body awareness, and emotional expression through two complementary forms of art.
Throughout the course, learners will build fine motor skills, practice following multi-step directions, strengthen gross motor coordination, and engage in meaningful self-expression. Paint & Sway offers a cozy evening space for creativity, movement, confidence, and community.
Roleplay and Realms: Stuffed Fables
Location: Ascendigo, 695 Buggy Circle in Carbondale
Schedule: Tuesdays | 16 Weeks | 4:00 – 7:00 PM
Start Date: January 13 – April 28
16-Week Course:
Private Pay $2,400 | Medicaid DD Waiver | Medicaid SLS Waiver
Course Description:
Roleplay and Realms: Stuffed Fables is a 9-week storytelling adventure where participants take on the roles of brave stuffed animals protecting the children they love from mischievous villains. Through cooperative story-based gameplay, players practice teamwork, communication, creativity, and problem-solving in an inclusive, supportive environment. No prior gaming experience is needed—just bring your imagination!
Course Highlights:
- Cooperative storytelling where everyone contributes
- Character creation and roleplay adventures
- Emphasis on teamwork, confidence, and self-expression
- Gentle pacing with sensory supports
Spare Time Social
Location: Ascendigo, 695 Buggy Circle in Carbondale
Schedule: Wednesdays | 16 Weeks | 4:00 – 7:00 PM
Program Dates: January 14 – April 29
16-Week Course:
Private Pay $2,756.16 | Medicaid DD Waiver | Medicaid SLS Waiver
+Activity Fee: $356.16 for Medicaid Waiver
Overview:
Get ready to roll into a fun and energetic evening at the lanes! In this bowling course, learners will practice coordination, teamwork, and friendly competition while enjoying a relaxed social atmosphere. Each week, participants will warm up, choose their bowling balls, and work on skills such as approach, aim, and follow-through. Staff will support learners as they build confidence, celebrate strikes and spares, and learn how to keep score together.
Before heading to the bowling alley, learners will prepare and enjoy a simple, delicious dinner together. This provides opportunities to build cooking skills, practice kitchen safety, and share a meal as a group before our activity.
This course is designed to promote physical activity, sportsmanship, communication, independent living skills, and peer connection—all while having fun in a welcoming, supportive environment.
Dine & Game
Location: Ascendigo, 695 Buggy Circle in Carbondale
Schedule: Thursdays | 16 Weeks | 4:00 – 6:30 PM
Program Dates: January 15 – April 30
16-Week Course:
Private Pay $2,000 | Medicaid DD Waiver | Medicaid SLS Waiver
Overview:
Dine & Game is a cozy, social course that blends cooking, creativity, and gaming into one fun evening. Each week, learners will work together to prepare a delicious dinner, practicing kitchen safety, recipe-following, teamwork, and independent living skills. Staff will support participants as they chop, stir, season, and plate their meals, making the kitchen an inviting and confidence-building space.
After dinner is prepared and enjoyed, the group will transition into a relaxed game night featuring electronic games on devices such as the PS3 and Wii. Learners will take turns choosing games, practicing good sportsmanship, and engaging in friendly competition, all while developing communication, turn-taking, and social interaction skills.
This course offers a balanced mix of cooking, connection, and playful recreation. Dine & Game is designed to promote teamwork, independence, and community—while giving participants a weekly space to unwind, have fun, and enjoy time with peers.
