1984
Incorporated as a nonprofit
The Caring Community of Connecticut was incorporated as a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization to support people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
About us
A long-standing Connecticut community of care.
The Caring Community of Connecticut is a nonprofit organization supporting people with intellectual and developmental disabilities through services shaped by dignity, trust, safety, and human connection.
Mission
Supporting people with respect, purpose, and belonging.
The mission is practical and deeply human: create the conditions for people to live, learn, work, connect, and participate in community life with meaningful support.
Dignity first
People are supported as whole human beings, with respect for their preferences, strengths, routines, and voice.
Community belonging
Support is designed around connection: home, work, recreation, friendships, family, and local community life.
Safety and trust
Families and partners need steady communication, thoughtful oversight, and people who follow through.
Person-centered growth
Daily goals are shaped around skills, confidence, independence, and the meaningful lives people want to build.
Warm professionalism
Care can be deeply human and operationally dependable at the same time. The work asks for both.
Long-term reliability
Since 1984, The Caring Community has continued to evolve with the needs of Connecticut residents and families.
History
Four decades of evolving community support.
Incorporated in 1984, the organization opened its first residential homes and day program in 1985, beginning a long legacy of community-based support.
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1985
First homes and day program opened
The organization opened its first residential homes and day program, beginning a long-standing commitment to community-based support.
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Four decades
A growing Connecticut presence
Over time, The Caring Community expanded residential and day services to meet behavioral, social, medical, vocational, and community participation needs.
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Today
Care rooted in dignity and connection
Programs continue to focus on safety, independence, relationships, meaningful routines, and the right support for each person.
Community commitment
Care works best when it feels steady, local, and personal.
The organization’s work reaches homes, day programs, learning spaces, family conversations, staff teams, and community partnerships. At every point, the goal is steady support that respects each person’s dignity, safety, preferences, and sense of belonging.
Services
Find the right support pathway.
Learn how residential, day, individualized home, advanced, and assistive technology supports work together.
Careers
Join a team built around care.
Explore mission-driven roles and continue to the dedicated careers portal when you are ready to apply.