At Ralph Scott Lifeservices, we believe everyone deserves the chance to live an active, meaningful life in an enriching and supportive community. The StarPoint Day Program at Ralph Scott Lifeservices offers a supportive and enriching environment for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Designed to promote independence, personal growth, and community inclusion, our day program provides structured daily activities tailored to meet individual interests and needs.
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The Vision
The vision of the Reach for the Stars Campaign is to inspire community partnership and collaboration to support the StarPoint Outdoor Enhancement & Accessibility Project, a transformative initiative to create fully inclusive, accessible outdoor spaces at the StarPoint Day Program - spaces where individuals of all abilities can experience the joy and freedom of the outdoors. This thoughtfully designed environment - shaped by the insight and feedback from our stakeholders - will offer opportunities for physical activity, relaxation, recreation, and connection. By removing barriers, the space will foster positive peer interactions and support improved overall health and well-being for every participant.
Access to nature, opportunities for social connection, and sensory-friendly environments all play a vital role in supporting psychological and emotional well-being—helping every individual at StarPoint thrive.
Exceeding Expectations
We do not simply strive to meet the needs of those we serve - we aim to exceed expectations.
At the StarPoint Day Program, more than 60 individuals from our group homes and the wider community take part in daily enrichment and social activities. Of those participants, over 34% have mobility challenges that require a wheelchair or other assistive equipment—making accessible design essential to their everyday experiences.
The StarPoint Outdoor Enhancement & Accessibility Project will create wide, stable pathways and adaptive recreation areas that will invite exploration and engagement, ensuring people of all abilities can be active participants and fully engaged in activities. New wheelchair-accessible and adaptive swings will offer inclusive recreation options that encourage movement, joy, and sensory stimulation.
Why Your Support Matters
Josh’s Story: A Path to Independence
When Josh arrived at Ralph Scott Lifeservices, he had been experiencing homelessness for years. Without access to stable housing, healthcare, or the support he needed to thrive, his health had declined to the point that he could no longer walk on his own.
During his first years with us, Josh relied on a wheelchair. But with steady therapy, regular exercise, and the encouragement of dedicated staff, he began to rebuild his strength—step by step. Today, Josh moves forward with determination, walking proudly with the aid of a walker.
For Josh, the planned outdoor enhancements mean more than new spaces—they represent opportunity and increased independence. A safe, fully accessible environment will allow him to continue working on his mobility and confidence every single day.
Project Features
Wide concrete ADA pathways and sidewalks
Wheelchair/adaptive swings
Inclusive spaces & gathering spaces
Accessible garden beds
Covered main entrance
Landscape enhancements
Shaded seating areas
Funding Progress & Partnerships
A transformative lead gift of $500,000 has launched the campaign and set this vision into motion. Groundbreaking for the StarPoint Outdoor Enhancement & Accessibility Project is underway, with critical upgrades to accessibility, parking, and the main entrance—laying the foundation for a more welcoming, inclusive experience for all who visit. Work to reimagine the front and back outdoor spaces will follow in Fall 2026.
This progress has been made possible through the leadership and investment of key partners and early supporters—including the City of Burlington, Impact Alamance, and New Leaf Society—whose commitment has advanced the project from concept to construction.