Association for Adults With Developmental Disabilities - AADD

Our Story

Association Adults with Developmental Disabilities’ (AADD) mission is to provide education, discussion, and social learning activities that empower special needs men and women 18 years and older to live more independent lives while helping to support caregivers and helping to increase acceptance of special needs in our community. AADD creates secure environments where members develop the vital skills for lifelong independence – from employment, healthy eating, arranging transportation and managing personal finances to forming and maintaining friendships and understanding the intricacies of public etiquette. Our program helps members break the chains of social isolation as they strive to maneuver through our complex world, assisting them to gain the self-confidence, pride, and greater independence that can lead to a long, healthy, and fulfilling life.

Association Adults with Developmental Disabilities (AADD) believes that social interaction is at the heart of the human experience. Yet, some of the simple activities many of us take for granted — a ride on the bus, a trip to the store, a phone call from a friend, a meal at a restaurant — are significant accomplishments for men and women with developmental disabilities. Our ultimate outcome is members’ enhanced independence, self-pride, social and behavioral skills.

This organization started as a group of concerned parents of children with developmental disabilities and their lives after high school graduation. Now, 45 years later, AADD has become an important resource for local families aiming to ensure social opportunity and personal growth for their children. We improved our members’ life skills and provided positive, social experiences through providing weekly sessions led by professionals and hosting various weekend activities every week. Members also take an annual vacation together every year!