James L. Maher Center

James L. Maher Center Life to its fullest. That's our mission. We're about community. Finally, we are so grateful for the support of our community.

From employment support, to creative and recreational activities, to transportation and residential services, we help people with developmental disabilities enjoy life and help to build a more inclusive world. Our Maher Center team supports people with developmental disabilities in envisioning and creating full, happy lives that reflect their individual interests and aspirations. In the process, w

e enrich life on Aquidneck Island and throughout the East Bay by helping members of our Maher Center family work, volunteer for other nonprofits, participate in civic activities, and contribute in so many ways to the cities and towns in which they live. Your charitable giving, your volunteerism, and your faith in our mission makes it all possible. Together, we're making the world a little brighter for everyone - every day.

04/22/2026

Happy Earth Day! We have been busy planting seeds and tending to plants in the Garden Center; getting out in the community and cleaning up the beautiful spots in our area.

The James L. Maher Center is so proud to be recognized by the Greater Newport Chamber of Commerce - check out the featur...
04/21/2026

The James L. Maher Center is so proud to be recognized by the Greater Newport Chamber of Commerce - check out the feature in Newport This Week !

This weekend we had participated in the Common Fence Point earth day celebration! We had the best time planting seeds, l...
04/21/2026

This weekend we had participated in the Common Fence Point earth day celebration! We had the best time planting seeds, learning about compost and meeting so many wonderful neighbors and friend!

Make sure to stop by the The Maher Garden Center this earth day!

Thank you Kelsea Godek for amazing the photos!

04/20/2026

We have a great time when Rachel Rasnick comes to share her art with us. This time we did a great spring flower painting! Just like people each of our painting are different and beautiful.

04/13/2026

This weekend was a big weekend for Special Olympics RI. Here are a few of our participants at URI for the swim trials! Great determination and work out there!

Thank you to the Greater Newport Chamber of Commerce for the incredible honor of the 2026 Excellence in Business Award f...
04/09/2026

Thank you to the Greater Newport Chamber of Commerce for the incredible honor of the 2026 Excellence in Business Award for a Nonprofit Organization. This award belongs to every participant who shows up with courage and heart. It belongs to every family who trusts us with someone they love. It belongs to every staff member who gives so much of themselves every single day - not because it is easy, but because it matters.

Thank you for shopping our Amazon Wish List 💙At the James L. Maher Center we’re always working to create meaningful, eng...
04/09/2026

Thank you for shopping our Amazon Wish List 💙

At the James L. Maher Center we’re always working to create meaningful, engaging, and comfortable experiences for the individuals we serve. Many of the items on our list go directly toward daily activities, life skills programs, and necessary items to make a house a home.

If you’re looking for a simple way to make a big impact, we’d be so grateful if you checked out our wish list and considered donating an item. Every contribution—big or small—helps enrich lives and bring smiles to our community.

✨ You can view our wish list here: https://a.co/0b2gHcIN

Thank you for your continued support and generosity—it truly makes a difference! 💙

💙 We’re Launching Our Amazon Wish List! 💙We’re so excited to share a new way you can support the amazing adults with dev...
04/06/2026

💙 We’re Launching Our Amazon Wish List! 💙
We’re so excited to share a new way you can support the amazing adults with developmental disabilities in our care!
Our Amazon Wish List is filled with items that help make everyday life more comfortable, engaging, and joyful—from basic essentials to games, activities, and supplies that promote independence and connection.
✨ Every single item makes a difference
✨ Every share helps us reach more supporters
✨ Every act of kindness strengthens our community
If you’d like to help, simply click the link below to browse or purchase directly from our list. Items ship straight to us—making it easy to give back!
🛒 View our wish list: https://a.co/0b2gHcIN
Please consider sharing this post to help us spread the word. Your support truly means the world to us and to the individuals we serve 💙

04/02/2026

Thank you to everyone who donated to this year’s campaign! Our most successful campaign yet and we are beyond thrilled to see the love and support from our community! Because of you we are able to help our participants Live LIFE TO ITS FULLEST!

Thank you to everyone who donated! we made it more than halfway to our goal!
04/02/2026

Thank you to everyone who donated! we made it more than halfway to our goal!

Address

906 Aquidneck Avenue
Middletown, RI
02842

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 4pm
Tuesday 8am - 4pm
Wednesday 8am - 4pm
Thursday 8am - 4pm
Friday 8am - 4pm

Website

http://www.mahergolf.com/

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~Our Mission~

To support individuals with developmental disabilities by helping them to increase their independence, self esteem, productivity, integration and participation within their local communities.