Overview:

Carey Services was established in 1954 through the efforts of parents of individuals with disabilities and dedicated community members who believed that everyone deserves the opportunity to live a meaningful and fulfilling life. Their purpose in 1954 still drives our work today—helping people Turn Abilities Into Opportunities.

For more than 70 years, Carey Services has remained a trusted, community-based organization supported by individuals, families, businesses, and charitable partners across our region! Together, we work to create opportunities that eMPower people with disabilities to live with independence, purpose, and belonging.

At Carey Services, we believe every person deserves the opportunity to live a meaningful life and be fully included in their community. Our services are built around ensuring that individuals and their families guide decisions about the support, resources, and opportunities that best align with their personal goals.

Because of our decades of stable growth and strong community partnerships, families can have confidence that Carey Services will continue to evolve and respond to the changing needs of those we support for generations to come!

Our Mission:

Turning abilities into opportunities

Our Values:

We believe people are worthy of our best.

Every person we support deserves our highest quality, care, and commitment. We strive for excellence in every effort and interaction, always improving and evaluating how to consistently improve and align ourselves with high standards, honoring everyone’s unique worth and potential.

We believe in the power of independence and the power of belonging.

Everyone thrives when they are empowered to make choices that shape their own lives. We respect people in such a way that we work to break down barriers and create opportunities where individuals of all abilities can live, work, and thrive together.

We believe health and safety are foundational.

The well-being of those we support is central to every decision we make. We hold a deep responsibility to protect, advocate for, and prioritize safety at every level because every voice has a place, so we provide education and advocacy, and assist individuals and families in making informed decisions.

We believe in earning trust through integrity.

Transparent practices, responsible stewardship, and strong governance guide our work. We communicate clearly and fulfill every commitment, including donor intent, with professionalism, service, and respect.

We believe in doing it together and doing it well.

Through teamwork and relentless pursuit, we build a better world—one opportunity at a time. We celebrate each other and honor the wins we see in each other as we foster a culture of compassion, collaboration, and shared success.

Our Vision:

A world where all people are empowered and equally valued in the community.

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