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Causes: Civil Rights, Developmentally Disabled Centers, Disabilities, Disabled Persons Rights, Group Homes, Human Services
Mission: Jessica & Friends Community (J&FC) offers residential services, training in daily living skills, and social services to adults with intellectual disabilities and autism. The mission of J&FC is to provide faith-based services and supports for individuals and families with autism and intellectual disabilities. We seek to be a community which affirms the worth of all people, supports personal growth and wholeness, advocates for community and church inclusion, and provide opportunities for spiritual growth and service.
Programs: Residential community homes - alternative housing to provide independent and supervised living in a faith based environment designed to promote independence and growth in all areas of life. The program services seven group homes, two day programs that provide life-long learning opportunities including art, music and Bible study for autistic and intellectually disabled individuals, 18 years of age and older. Respite/home and community - support to families and individuals learning life skills and goals in the community and home.