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Southern Oregon Aspire

Southern Oregon Aspire is a non-profit organization providing support services to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities since 1975.

"Inspiring Unlimited Opportunities for People to Create the Life They Choose." Administration Office is open M-F from 8:30am to 5:00pm

12/25/2025

Merry Christmas! 🎄

We had a blast celebrating together at our annual Christmas party last week. It’s a day we always look forward to—a wonderful opportunity for our whole team and the individuals we support to come together. ❤️

May your day be filled with laughter and connection.

12/22/2025

When you find your voice, you help others find theirs.

Tracy has been part of Aspire since the beginning. With the right support, he found not only stability but purpose through creativity. The stage became his outlet.

While his journey to the stage was not an easy one, Tracy persevered with the help of a past employee and cinematographer, Josh Kennedy. Together, they made an inspiring short film to pave his path to local theater productions. Where Tracy reminded others that communication goes beyond words—it’s in expression, movement, and connection.

Today, Tracy continues to uplift those around him, proving that meeting needs is just the beginning—thriving is the goal.

Give a gift today 👉 soaspire.org/forward

Your support provides:
🏡 Accessible housing
🦽 Adaptive & mobility equipment
🚐 Accessible transportation
🎒 Supplies that support wellbeing

12/18/2025

Lights, Camera, Barry 🎬

Over a weekend trip in Astoria, Barry visited the Oregon Film Museum and spent time exploring exhibits that connect to his long-standing interest in theater and the performing arts.

While there, he and his housemate Jacob took part in an interactive exhibit that allowed visitors to film their own scenes. Barry chose to recreate a scene from The Goonies, which was filmed in Astoria. He enjoyed having the opportunity to make choices about the setting, equipment, and creative direction, and later shared how excited he was to show the footage to friends and family back home.

12/16/2025

Bobbie’s Trek Forward 🚶‍♀️‍➡️

Bobbie has faced a tough road with her health over the past few years. On a Kroner House trip to Crater Lake, she showed her staff just how far she’s come. What began as a simple restroom stop at Rogue River Gorge turned into an unexpected adventure when Bobbie pointed out a nearby trail and confidently led the group on a short hike, sharing the waterfalls and flowers along the way.

By day’s end, Bobbie had walked 7.5 miles total, something unimaginable just a year ago. As her health improves, so does her confidence and joy. Bobbie’s journey is a powerful reminder that with the right support and encouragement, people don’t just meet goals—they thrive.

Meeting needs is just the beginning—thriving is the goal.
Give a gift today 👉 soaspire.org/forward

Your support provides:
🏡 Accessible housing
🦽 Adaptive & mobility equipment
🚐 Accessible transportation
🎒 Supplies that support wellbeing

12/12/2025

Joe is a huge sports fan and enjoys inviting his friend Vince over to watch games regularly. Recently, he decided to upgrade his personal TV and recliner. After saving up, he treated himself to a new recliner and TV for his room. Now, Joe and Vince are enjoying the new setup. As Joe put it, he’s “living his best life.”

12/11/2025

Jennifer’s Joy of Trying Something New 🚲✨

Jennifer has always loved staying active—walking and hiking—but discovering new hobbies hasn’t always been easy. Having been with Aspire for over a decade, she sometimes has difficulty expressing her interests and desires. It takes patience, encouragement, and trust from staff who know her well to help her explore new experiences.

One afternoon, while staff were helping her housemate get ready for a walk, Jennifer noticed his three-wheeled bike. Curious but hesitant, she quietly said, “Uh, maybe” when asked if she wanted to try. With a little encouragement, she decided to give it a chance—and within moments, she was pedaling down the driveway, her face lit with pure joy.

That first ride gave Jennifer a taste of something new and exciting. With support, she rode up and down the driveway several times, laughing and gaining confidence with each turn. Not only did Jennifer push herself to try something new, this experience also created an opportunity to build friendship and discover common interests with her housemate. This moment is a reminder that joy often begins with one small “yes.” When understanding and opportunity come together, individuals like Jennifer don’t just participate—they thrive.

Meeting needs is just the beginning—thriving is the goal
Give a Gift Today 👉 soaspire.org/forward

Your Generous Gifts Provide:
🏡 Accessible housing
🦽 Adaptive & mobility equipment
🚐 Accessible transportation
🎒 Recreational & personal supplies that support wellbeing

12/05/2025

Time to sign up for Winter sports with Special Olympics Oregon-Josephine County

Click the link below to get registered and to see all of the practice information.

https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1C5SppG8VJ/

12/05/2025

Mission Moment: Mark's Building Dreams and Determination 💪

Before moving to Kroner last July, Mark had lived independently with support from our Supported Living program, but needed more help due to an upcoming surgery and an increase in daily challenges. At Kroner, he gained 24/7 staff support and access to a healthy meal plan. He lost 50 pounds before his surgery through improved nutrition and dedicated workouts. During recovery, Mark committed fully to his physical therapy, completing exercises four times daily and attending all appointments, impressing his therapists and surgeon with his determination and rapid progress.

Post-surgery, Mark has regained mobility, walking at home without a walker, and taking neighborhood walks with staff and his walker. He has resumed YMCA activities, bought clothes he couldn’t wear before, and pursued personal goals like planting and tending a garden. Looking ahead, he’s excited to hike, return to the Special Olympics, and continue building dreams for the future. Mark says his life is now “100% better” with the support he receives.

It has been remarkable to see Mark flourish, grow his confidence, and develop a newfound love for both old and new hobbies. 🥳

12/03/2025

Inclusion isn’t just a value—it’s how we strengthen and uplift our communities. ❤️

People with disabilities deserve respect, opportunity, and full belonging. Every person’s journey is worth supporting and embracing.

12/03/2025

🤲 This Giving Tuesday—Bring Joy & Dignity to Lives Like Rick’s

Rick celebrated his 75th in style 🎉
He rented a tux, rolled out a red carpet, and rode through Grants Pass in a limousine with his closest friends.

But this night was about more than a birthday — it was about honoring a life filled with friendship, laughter, and the simple dignity of joy.

Because his needs are supported, Rick gets to celebrate life fully.
Everyone deserves that.

When necessities are met, individuals thrive. When you give, you make that possible.

💙 Give the Gift of Dignity Today 👉 soaspire.org/forward

Your Giving Tuesday donation helps provide:
🏡 Accessible housing
🦽 Adaptive & mobility equipment
🚐 Accessible transportation
🎒 Recreational & personal supplies that support wellbeing

Your support ensures every person we serve can live with dignity, independence, and choice

11/27/2025

Happy Thanksgiving from Southern Oregon Aspire! 🦃

Today, we’re giving thanks for the incredible individuals we support and the dedicated team who stands beside them every day. Their strength, joy, and unique gifts inspire us and enrich our entire community.

We’re grateful for the opportunity to champion inclusion and empower choice.

Wishing you a Thanksgiving filled with connection and gratitude.

11/26/2025

Arianna Finding Her Confidence ✨

When Arianna first moved into Oregon House, she often kept to herself. The world felt intimidating, and anxiety made even small interactions difficult. But little by little, surrounded by newfound freedom and people who believed in her, Arianna began to open up.

She learned new skills—using the bus, budgeting for groceries, sewing, and crafting beautiful resin art. She began volunteering at Asante Hospital, where one day she noticed an elderly woman sitting alone. Arianna gently asked if she needed help, arranged a ride home, and waited until she was safely on her way.

That moment reflected how far Arianna had come—from being unsure of her place in the world to being a confident, compassionate helper in her community. Today, Arianna proudly expresses her identity, creates her own art, and continues writing her first book. With acceptance and support, she’s found not only her voice, but her freedom to use it.

Aspire Forward – Help Us Ensure the Future ⏩

Our work is about people like Arianna, and walking alongside them with their ever-evolving journey. But creating real change takes numerous resources—resources that are increasingly being restricted. Your support ensures that individuals like Arianna can continue building confidence, independence, and a future they choose.

❤️ Give a Gift Today: soaspire.org/forward

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1465 NE 7th Street Suite B
Grants Pass, OR
97526

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Monday	8:30am - 5pm
Tuesday	8:30am - 5pm
Wednesday	8:30am - 5pm
Thursday	8:30am - 5pm
Friday	8:30am - 5pm

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https://linktr.ee/soaspire

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Founded in 1975 by a group of parents.

Forty four years ago before the start of Southern Oregon Aspire, children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities had limited options to seek care and support. If a parent wanted their child to live outside of their home the only option was to send them to a state institution. Majority of these institutions were structured to give basic needs to their patients; food, a bed, clothes. They did not truly let the individuals make their own choices or thrive in their life. In some severe cases, these institutions would force sterilization on the patients, lock them in their room for hours when they were experiencing a behavior and restrain them with a straight jacket as a punishment. For these reasons and many more, a group of parents decided they wanted more for their children. So they began, the non-profit organizations of SPARC and Stepping Stone, what we now call today as Southern Oregon Aspire.

With the core values we still hold today, it was decided by these parents that the non-profit organization would be person-centered focused. Allowing the individuals to make their own choices in their every day life. SO Aspire supports 200 individuals in Josephine and Jackson Counties by providing residential housing, community employment placement, vocational job training, behavioral in-home supports and community inclusion services.

Our Mission is, “Inspiring Unlimited Opportunities for People to Create the Life They Choose.”

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