Self-Determination Program
Our 9-week culinary cohort teaches young adults with intellectual and developmental
disabilities essential cooking skills through hands-on, collaborative sessions. We meet 3 times a
week for 2 hours during the day, learning everything from kitchen safety to hosting a gathering,
all in a supportive environment.
3 Times a Week
*Dates & times will vary.
2 Hours
Days & evenings available.
Educational
Hands on experience.
IN PARTNERSHIP WITH
San Diego Regional Center
Vendor Number
PY4173
Self-Determination and the Culinary Arts
Self-determination in the culinary arts happens when cooking activates the three overlapping motivations: autonomy (choosing what to make, how to season, when to eat), competence (mastering skills and seeing real results on the plate), and relatedness (sharing food, cooking alongside others, being appreciated). When all three are supported—choice, skill-building, and connection—the kitchen becomes a natural engine for lasting motivation and confidence.
Self-Determination Program
- Registration Guide -
Our 9-week culinary cohort teaches young adults with intellectual and developmental
disabilities essential cooking skills through hands-on, collaborative sessions. We meet 3 times a
week for 2 hours during the day, learning everything from kitchen safety to hosting a gathering,
all in a supportive environment.
Contact
Service Coordinators and/or Parents must contact Cali D’Cuisine (CD'C) Client Service Rep.
Authorization Number
Completed "CD'C Registration Form" must be emailed to CD'C at least one month prior to the cohort start date – a POS authorization number is required.
Collateral
CD'C will request collateral from Service Coordinator to ensure appropriate fit.
Request
If POS authorization number was not available/included on the registration form, CD'C will contact the Service Coordinator to request it. The POS authorization number must be provided to CD'C at least 1 week prior to cohort start date.
Verification
CD'C will contact the Service Coordinator to verify appropriateness of fit and confirm potential cohort start date.
Update
Once registration form and POS authorization number have been received by CD'C, CD'C will contact the Service Coordinator and client/legally authorized representative with important information about the upcoming Empowerment Program.
Registration form will be emailed to Service Coordinator and family.
Self-Determination Program
- Registration Form -
Our 9-week culinary cohort teaches young adults with intellectual and developmental
disabilities essential cooking skills through hands-on, collaborative sessions. We meet 3 times a
week for 2 hours during the day, learning everything from kitchen safety to hosting a gathering,
all in a supportive environment.
