San Diego Regional Center Self-Determination Program
A life worth living. Built by design.
Venture Life Program creates community-based experiences, adaptive fitness, and life skills programs for adults with developmental disabilities, funded through the San Diego Regional Center Self-Determination Programs.
The Reality
This isn’t the life you imagined for your child
“I just want my child to have a meaningful life and community.” — What we hear from families every day
Traditional day programs often feel like adult daycare.
Facility-based, one-size-fits-all, and focused on supervision rather than growth. Families are increasingly saying no.
Most providers offer isolated services, not a complete life.
A fitness class here, a life skills session there, but no one is connecting it into a meaningful, cohesive experience.
Life coaching for adults with disabilities is almost nonexistent.
Goal-setting, identity, confidence, and purpose are rarely part of the conversation.
A Better Option
Your adult child deserves more than a waiting room
The Self-Determination Program was created to give adults with developmental disabilities something powerful: real choice. Instead of fitting into a rigid system, your family controls the budget and selects programs that reflect who your loved one truly is.
Venture Life Program brings everything together into one structured, community-based experience. We focus on independence, real-world engagement, and meaningful social connection so your loved one can build a life, not just follow a schedule.
Our Programs
Five programs.
One extraordinary life.
Adventure Club
Saturday Surfers
Fitness & Wellness
Life Design Coaching
Rhythm and expression
Adventure Club
Saturday Surfers
Fitness & Wellness
Life Design Coaching
Rhythm and Expression
Music, expression, creativity, and social engagement through sound
How It Works
The Self-Determination
Program — simplified
Enroll
Work
Choose
Venture Life Program based on your loved one’s IPP goals
Let Us Handle
Not sure if your loved one qualifies for the Self-Determination Program?
Any adult receiving services from the San Diego Regional Center can enroll. The program has been open to all eligible individuals since July 2021.
Annual budgets typically range from $30,000 to $120,000+ depending on support needs. Reach out and we’ll help you determine if SDP is the right fit.
The Founders
Built by people who’ve lived this work
Venture Life Program was founded by two people who have spent their careers in this community — not consulting on it from the outside, but showing up every day for the individuals and families they serve.
Families & Members
What a different kind
of program feels like
John helps my son live a fun and meaningful life.
Get Started
Let’s find the right fit for your loved one
Every family's situation is different. Tell us about your loved one and we'll help figure out which programs are the right fit and how to fund them through SDP.