Empowering adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities
(IDD) to live independently.

Individualized support.
Whole-person care.
Community that uplifts.

Emmaus Homes empowers adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities to live with independence, inclusion, and self-advocacy. We have provided faith-inspired, person-centered support in Missouri for more than 130 years—and we are just getting started.

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At Emmaus, we believe

Emmuas is called to serve others with compassion, integrity, and purpose. Middle age man with hat in hand, smiling.

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Every person is created in the image and likeness of God, has inherent dignity, and deserves respect.

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People with intellectual and developmental disabilities deserve a life that honors their aspirations, desires, choices, and spiritual beliefs.

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Individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities should have a stable, reliable, skilled, and engaged support system that empowers them to thrive while preserving their well-being and dignity.

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We are called to serve others with compassion, integrity, and purpose.

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Man and woman with disabilities smiling together, representing Emmaus Homes’ commitment to dignity and respect for every person.
Man smiling while holding his hat showing that Emmaus Homes believes we are called to serve others with compassion, integrity and purpose

Too often, services for people with disabilities are underfunded and understaffed—but we are working to change that.

How you can Make a differEnce

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Work at Emmaus

Join our team. We offer paid training, great benefits, and the chance to do work that matters every day.

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Donate

Your gift helps adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities live more independently—with the support, resources, and community they need.

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Advocate

Use your voice to fight for disability rights and services!

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Shared Living at Emmaus Homes showing two women smiling

How We Make an Impact

Residential Services

Emmaus provides person-centered residential support tailored to each individual’s goals, abilities, and dreams.

220 clients served annually

Adaptive Solutions

Emmaus provides solutions that empower people to live independently through inclusive home designs and modifications, adaptive tools, and enabling technology.

25 clients served annually

Learning Lab at Emmaus

Emmaus’ state of the art training center serves as a hub for learning, collaboration, and innovation.

225 clients served annually

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