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Time of Your Life Vacations supports a wide range of adults (18 & older) who enjoy structured, safe, and all inclusive travel. Our programs are thoughtfully designed with the needs of adults with neurodevelopmental disorders in mind, Ensuring the right level of  Support, Supervision, and Independence for a fun filled Vacation.

1. Conditions We Most Often Work With:

• Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) 
• Intellectual Disability  
• Down Syndrome / Trisomy 21
• Cerebral Palsy 
• Fragile X syndrome (FXS) / Martin Bell Syndrome 
• Communication Disorders
• Motor Disorders / Tourette’s

Many of our travelers also live with Mental health conditions that are not developmental. We’re able to support these conditions Only when they occur together with a developmental disability, and when the traveler can safely participate in group activities. Disorders Often Seen Alongside Neurodevelopmental Disabilities: 

• Anxiety Disorders (Generalized anxiety, Social anxiety, Phobias)
• Mood Disorders (Depression, Bipolar disorder)
• Obsessive‑Compulsive and Related Disorders (OCD, body‑focused repetitive behaviors)
• Psychotic Disorders (Schizophrenia, Schizoaffective disorder)
• Dissociative Disorders (Dissociative identity disorder, depersonalization/derealization)
• Behavioral and Impulse‑Control Disorders 

We can also accommodate travelers who have additional physical or medical needs, as long as these needs occur together with a developmental disability, Needs we can provide support for:

• Deafness or Hearing loss 
• Blindness or low vision
• Non‑verbal communication
• Mobility limitations / Wheelchair if accessible 
• Other health conditions that are not extremely severe

Our priority is ensuring every traveler is safe, supported, and able to enjoy their vacation to the fullest.

Because our programs and staffing model are specifically designed for individuals with developmental and intellectual disabilities, we are not able to serve:

• Individuals who have only physical disabilities without a neurodevelopmental Disorder

• Individuals who are only blind or only deaf without an accompanying developmental disability

• Individuals whose primary diagnosis is a non‑developmental mental health condition (such as anxiety or depression) unless they also have an ID or DD diagnosis

• If you’re unsure whether someone is a good fit for our services, we’re always happy to talk through their needs and help you determine the best option. You can reach us at 412‑256‑0389 or email Registrations@timeofyourlifevacations.org

Our vacations are structured as All inclusive group trips with a 1:4 Volunteer chaperone: traveler ratio, bringing together people with a wide range of disabilities and support needs. Each traveler receives support based on their individual level of care, while still participating in a shared group setting.

We DO NOT offer trips that are limited to a single diagnosis or disability type. This includes:

• Autism‑only trips

• Wheelchair‑only trips

• Trips designed exclusively around one specific disability

• Trips grouped by cognitive level or functioning labels

• Trips separated by medical conditions (e.g., epilepsy‑only, diabetes‑only)

• Trips organized around behavioral profiles or support needs alone

Our program is intentionally inclusive. Travelers participate together in a diverse group setting, and support is provided individually—not by separating or categorizing travelers based on a single diagnosis.

We believe in creating a community where travelers learn from one another, explore together, and enjoy meaningful shared moments. Every traveler receives the support they need, but no trip is built around a single diagnosis or disability type.

If you are seeking placement only with individuals who share a specific disability, or if your loved one does not wish to travel alongside people with different disabilities,  unfortunately we are not able to accommodate that request. Our program is intentionally inclusive, and our group model depends on travelers being comfortable in a diverse setting.

We also protect the privacy of every traveler. We do not disclose personal or medical information—including diagnoses or support needs—to other travelers or families. This information is shared only with staff and trained volunteers who need it to ensure safety, supervision, and appropriate support. Protecting the privacy and dignity of our travelers is one of our highest priorities.

To ensure every traveler can be safely and properly accommodated, Time Of Your Life Vacations adheres to specific safety and accessibility policies. When a traveler has special requirements, medical needs, mobility concerns, or behavioral considerations, the information provided will be reviewed to determine whether the selected trip can be supported safely and reasonably.

In some situations, certain vacations may not be available due to safety limitations or accessibility concerns.

• Safety and Accommodation Factors include

Medical Devices

• Travelers bringing oxygen, CPAP/BiPAP machines, or other breathing equipment 

• Travelers using any type of medical device, including but not limited to:

• Ostomy or colostomy bags

• VNS (Vagus Nerve Stimulator)

• Pacemakers

• Other implanted or external medical devices

Travelers Under 18

• Individuals who are 17 years of age or younger must travel with their own staff or a family member.

• Not all vacations are suitable for travelers under 18. Please call our office for more information.

Insulin Injections 

• Travelers who require insulin injections MUST contact our office at the time of registration.

Mobility‑Related Needs

• Travelers who use canes, walkers, upright walkers, or rollator walkers must contact our office during registration so we can confirm accessibility and safety needs.

Wheelchair or Electric Scooters 

• In order to properly and safely accommodate travelers who use wheelchairs or electric scooters we enforce these rules 

• Most of our vacations can accommodate persons in wheelchairs. If a traveler uses a wheelchair or electric scooter, an additional fee may apply if the traveler requires additional care, medical rental equipment, or a form of transportation requiring a lift (such as a lift van, bus, or airline storage). 

• You must call us for more information on accessibility prior to registering.

• Travelers who require wheelchair‑accessible vehicles, mobility‑related care, and/or any assistance transferring (toileting, dressing, bedtime, etc.) are required to provide their own caregivers, agency staff, or family members to attend our vacations along with their traveler. Arrangements must be confirmed at the time of registration. (See 1-1 Traveler support Below)

• Caregivers, agency staff, and family members accompanying travelers one‑on‑one will have an increased cost. The cost is the same amount as the traveler fee.

WALKING CODES: (These help travelers figure out the amount of physical activity required on a specific vacation) these will be listed in the descriptions on our Trip flyers

1 – LEISURELY WALKING:

This vacation involves minimal physical activity. It requires climbing some stairs, boarding a motorcoach, passenger van, or mini‑bus, and walking minimal distances such as to and from attractions.

2 – ACTIVE WALKING:

This vacation requires that you can climb stairs and walk reasonable distances, possibly over uneven ground and walking surfaces.

3 – VERY ACTIVE WALKING:

This vacation requires very active walking. Walking slightly longer distances, climbing stairs, or walking over uneven terrain should be expected.

4 – FAST‑PACED, LONG-DISTANCE WALKING:

This vacation requires a heavy amount of walking. To fully experience the vacation and destination, you need to be able to participate in physical activities such as long walking tours, walking over uneven terrain, climbing stairs, and periods of standing. Some days may be longer, with select included activities occurring later in the evening. Not recommended for individuals in wheelchairs or slow‑paced walkers.

Please be aware of the following!!!

• Additional fees may apply if a traveler requires:

• Extra personal care

• Medical rental equipment

• Transportation requiring a lift (lift van, lift bus, or airline storage accommodations)

• Require wheelchair‑accessible vehicles (Scooter Rentals)

• Need mobility‑related personal care

• Need assistance with transferring (toileting, dressing, bedtime, etc.)

Travelers May need to provide their own caregiver, agency staff, or family member to attend the vacation with them. This is explained below in 1:1 Traveler support 

How Do I Know if a Traveler Needs One‑on‑One Supervision???

Some travelers require a higher level of support to ensure their safety during a vacation. If you are unsure whether a traveler needs one‑on‑one supervision, please contact the Time Of Your Life Vacations office. We  will review the traveler’s needs, history, and support requirements to help determine the appropriate supervision level. 

Travelers Who May Require One‑on‑One Supervision:

🦽 Mobility & Physical Support Needs

• Use a wheelchair for mobility and require hands‑on assistance to navigate uneven terrain etc. 

• Needs physical support to transfer (bed to chair, chair to toilet, vehicle transfers, etc.)

• Are unable to safely ambulate without direct physical assistance (get in an ambulance)

🩺 Medical & Personal Care Needs

• Need assistance managing an ostomy or colostomy bag

• Require support with a feeding tube or any medical device used to take food or liquids

• Need help with frequent or complex personal care tasks that cannot be safely managed in a group 

⚠️ Behavioral Support Needs

• Have severe behavioral challenges that require continuous monitoring, redirection, or de‑escalation

• Display Sexually inappropriate behaviors, boundary‑related or impulsive actions that pose concerns

• Have a history of wandering, elopement, or difficulty following safety instructions

DISCLAIMER: Determining the Need for One‑on‑One Supervision.

Time Of Your Life Vacations LLC reserves the right to determine whether a traveler requires one‑on‑one supervision. This decision may be based on information provided in the Traveler Information Form, conversations with guardians or support staff, and any behaviors, support needs, or safety concerns observed during past or current trips. 

Time of Your Life Vacations LLC may determine that a traveler requires one‑on‑one supervision that we cannot reasonably or safely provide with our staff. This determination may be based on the traveler’s submitted forms, conversations with caregivers or agency staff, or behaviors and support needs observed during any trip.

If we determine that a traveler needs one‑on‑one supervision beyond what we can Safely accommodate, we may require the traveler’s family, guardian, or agency to provide a qualified one‑on‑one support person as a condition of participation. This ensures the safety, dignity, and well‑being of the traveler, as well as the safety of other travelers and staff.

***All costs associated with providing or arranging one‑on‑one support are the responsibility of the traveler, guardian, or agency.  

***Caregivers, agency staff, and family members attending one‑on‑one with a traveler will be charged the same trip cost as the traveler.