At Emmaus, we know that the people we support want to be independent.
In order to do that, they need a community that embraces their unique abilities.
For over 125 years, as a faith-based organization, we have provided quality services, caring for the whole person for their whole life.
How We Help
800,000+
Hours of Direct Support
Provided Yearly
$11,000+
Average Annual Charity Care
Per Client
97%
Client Satisfaction
79%
Routine Medical Care
The problem is that services for people with disabilities are underfunded and understaffed.
We believe everyone deserves the resources to live independently.
How Can YOU Get Involved?
DONATE
By giving to Emmaus, you are making a difference that will increase independence, inclusion, and self-advocacy in the lives of adults with developmental disabilities.
APPLY
Become a part of our family of dedicated Direct Support Professionals who support any wants or needs that arise in the daily life of the people we support.
ADVOCATE
Affecting change starts with you. We work with partners across the state to promote disability rights and ensure sustainable funding of disability services.
Our Success
Emmaus-ing DSPs
Mona was chosen as Direct Support Professional of the Year for the state of Missouri. Listen to her story about recognition, dedication, and commitment to true community inclusion for the individuals we support and why she loves being a DSP at Emmaus.
The Latest
Michael Guess – An Award-Winning Direct Support Professional
As we've recently announced, for the second year in a row, an Emmaus team member has won ANCOR American Network of Community Options and Resources'...
Emmaus Offering New Starting Wages
Emmaus shared a historic announcement last week about an increase in starting salary of up to $18/hour for Direct Support Professionals (DSPs). DSPs...
Emmaus Employee Wins Missouri DSP of the Year
Emmaus is proud to announce that Michael Guess, Direct Support Professional was selected as the 2022 DSP of the Year for Missouri. Michael was...