Serving people with special needs

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TradeWinds

Empowering individuals of varying abilities to live to their fullest potential with dignity, integrity, choice and community inclusion.

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), Transitional Vocational Training (TVT), Services in Packaging & Assembly and Order Fulfillment, Sewing Manufacturing, Sign Shop, and Employment Services; Residential Group and Supported Living Homes; Respite for Caregivers, Participant Assistance and Care (PAC), Deaf Services; TradeWinds Community Pantry, and a Chicago Lighthouse Low Vision Clinic for residents of Northwest Indiana.

Adult Services

Serving adults to seniors with physical and intellectual disabilities..

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Youth Services

Individualized plans constructed for every child based on his or her needs..

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Business Services

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

Funding Support for TradeWinds Enrichment Center

Thank you, First Financial Foundation, for the $10,000.00 grant awarded for the new TradeWinds Enrichment Center. Your support reflects a meaningful investment in the individuals and families we serve and helps advance our mission of providing enriching programs and opportunities within our community.

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Upcoming events

Sep

2026

Bourbon and Cigar Night (Garrison Brothers Bourbon)

Sage Popovich Flight Hangar

Sep

2026

TradeWinds Community Food Pantry

TradeWinds East Building

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TradeWinds Services

Job Opportunities

Direct Support Professionals (DSPs)* – Full & Part-Time

Part-Time and Weekend/Evening NEEDED

Residential DSPs $19.25 per hour

Minimum starting rate for some positions begin at $17.50 per hour

ChildCare Teacher 3-5 Year Old Room – Full-Time
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) – Part-Time
Habilitation Manager – Full-Time
Employment Specialist – Full-Time
Substitute ABLE/ADAPT Trainer – As Needed
Production Support Lead – Full-Time

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Now Hiring! Freelance ASL Interpreters

Call Deaf Services at TradeWinds: 219-945-0100 ext. 204
Email your resume: deafservices@tradewindsnwi.org
Our team can assist with onboarding and scheduling.

TradeWinds Offers

Competitive wages and paid training
Part-Time Benefits:
Qualify for Medical (30 hours & up), Dental, Vision, Paid Time Off, 401K & a 24/7 Gym at our facility.
Full-Time Benefits:
Medical, Dental, Vision, Vacation, Sick Time, Holiday Pay, 401K & a 24/7 Gym at our facility.

Individuals with disabilities and Veterans are encouraged to apply.