FY26 Impact Report / Our Impact
Our year in impact
Six programs, each with its own color, working together to help individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, including autism, thrive.
Our programs
Six programs. One community.
Chuck Flynn Employment Program
Job development, coaching and ongoing support that help individuals find and keep meaningful work in the community.
40
individuals served
20
individuals employed
20
employer partners
FY26 highlight: Josh N. celebrated 25 years at Trader Joe’s in Cambridge in August 2026.
Community Based Day Services
Days spent out in the community — volunteering, learning, and building skills and relationships.
63
individuals enrolled
230+
community outings
FY26 highlight: A year of growth: new staff, new participants (including individuals moving over from Specialized Supports), an expanding curriculum, and support for our newest program, the Kindness Café.
Specialized Supports
Specialized Supports provides individualized, person-centered day services for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities who need more one-on-one support, with a particular focus on individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Through tailored communication strategies, positive behavioral supports, and meaningful activities, individuals build daily living and social skills, strengthen independence, and participate in community life.
38
individuals enrolled
346+
community outings
FY26 highlight: From Patriots Training Camp and the MIT Museum to apple picking at Drumlin Farm, participants were out in the community more than 346 times.
Day Habilitation
Structured therapeutic day programming, with clinical and nursing support, that builds communication, daily-living and social skills. Serving since 1987.
62
individuals served
3
on-site therapies (OT, PT, speech)
FY26 highlight: A steady team with little turnover, a new community organizer getting individuals out into the community, and a vibrant group schedule of music therapy, Zumba and dance.
Intensive Day Habilitation
A higher-support day program, Monday through Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., with movement and physical support built into every hour — exercise and range-of-motion activities led by a physical therapist and occupational therapy assistants.
46
members enrolled
4
new members this year
30
hours of programming each week
FY26 highlight: Members launched a monthly recycling program, expanded their community outings (including trips to the movies), and now make regular visits to our new Kindness Café.
Residential Living
Staffed group homes where individuals live as valued members of their neighborhoods, with support at every stage of life. Serving since 1997.
22
residents
6
group homes
FY26 highlight: Two milestones: our first Turning 22 group home opened at Selwyn Road, and Humanity House 2.0 was renovated to help residents age with dignity. Read more ↓
Residential Living
Two new chapters at home
22 residents · 6 group homes
Our first Turning 22 home
Our first Turning 22 group home at Selwyn Road welcomed three young adults into a new chapter of independence, connection, and belonging. All three residents also participate in our Specialized Supports program, strengthening our continuum of care through coordinated, individualized support at home and throughout their day.
Humanity House 2.0
Our newly renovated home on Winfield Street in Needham was thoughtfully designed to better serve residents as they age. With modern, state-of-the-art facilities and a comfortable, welcoming environment, the home supports residents’ evolving needs while helping them maintain independence, enjoy meaningful connections, and age with dignity.
Together, these milestones reflect our commitment to creating homes where individuals can thrive and families can find reassurance in consistent, compassionate care.
Out in the community
575+ outings in FY26
Across Community Based Day Services (230+) and Specialized Supports (346+), participants explored Greater Boston more than 575 times.
- Massachusetts State House
- Commonwealth Museum
- Travel training to Boston & Fenway
- Museum of Science
- MIT Museum
- deCordova Sculpture Park
- McMullen Museum of Art
- Larz Anderson Auto Museum
- Metropolitan Waterworks Museum
- Franklin Park Zoo
- Mobile petting zoo
- The Arboretum
- Drumlin Farm
- Apple picking
- Local farms
- Patriots Training Camp
- Tanglewood Marionettes
- BU African Studies presentation
- Boston Public Library architecture tour
- Cradles to Crayons
- The Scooper Bowl
- Landscaping & house-cleaning projects
- Price Center-wide movie trips
- Bass Pro Shops
- Arcades, bowling & mini golf
- Outdoor fun & games