

Explore Ryan’s journey towards independence and fulfillment with Emmaus. Witness his struggles and growth in seeking independence and his transformative experience at Emmaus, showcasing his resilience and joy. This story highlights the crucial role of communities like Emmaus in empowering individuals with disabilities, offering more than support but a path to a fulfilling, independent life.
Your support can make a real difference. Your contribution helps Emmaus continue the vital work of providing independence, support, and joy to many more individuals like Ryan.
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 more than 125 years, as a faith-based organization, we have provided quality services, caring for the whole person for their whole life.
How We Help
725,000+
Hours of Direct Support
Provided Yearly
$11,000+
Average Annual Charity Care
Per Client
98%
Client Satisfaction
95%
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.
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