60+ Years of Empowerment
Who We Are
At Ardmore, we believe that people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) are powerful, capable, and essential members of our communities. We are committed to empowering each person to pursue their dreams, exercise their rights, and fully participate in the life they choose.
As a person-first, nonprofit organization, we provide high-quality, community-based services that are centered around the unique strengths and aspirations of the people we support. Our goal is simple: to ensure every people has the opportunity to shape their own future, build meaningful connections, and live with dignity, purpose, and joy—on their own terms.
Our Mission is to empower people with intellectual
and developmental disabilities.
What We Do
Ardmore provides an array of services that support people with IDD to live, work and thrive in their chosen communities. We provide services and supports that create pathways to active community engagement that gives people opportunities to contribute in meaningful ways while developing new skills, exploring new interests, and building friendships and relationships. Full community inclusion and integration is the goal. Our services promote increased social connections and opportunities while encouraging autonomy in decision-making.
Ardmore’s services are driven by the unique desires of the men and women we support to:
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Live in a home of their choosing with whom they want to live.
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Gain independence through paid employment that is valued and meaningful.
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Spend their days meaningfully in the community doing things they choose to do.
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Pursue their personal development through continuous learning, and
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Thrive in communities of their choosing.
Our Philosophy
Sixty Years of Encouraging Possibilities
We believe that every person, regardless of ability, has the right to dream, achieve, and belong. Ardmore’s programs are driven by four core pillars:
1. Empowerment through Choice
We honor the autonomy and individuality of the people we support by giving them the tools to make decisions that shape their lives.
2. Inclusion for All
Our mission is to build inclusive communities where everyone feels valued and embraced for who they are.
3. Lifelong Learning & Growth
We foster an environment that encourages personal development, skill-building, and continuous learning, empowering people to achieve their goals.
4. Community & Connection
Together, we create strong networks of support, cultivating meaningful relationships between individuals, families, and their communities.
During the past year, Ardmore has:
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Provided information and referral to over 1,000 people.
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Provided case management services for nearly 200 adults with IDD and their families.
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Supported more than 160 individuals with in-home community supports.
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Supported 75 individuals to have more meaningful days in the community.
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Supported more than 210 individuals in 14 homes throughout Prince George’s and Montgomery counties.
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Partnered with local employers to provide people with IDD in our community with customized employment opportunities.
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Opened a new service area to support individuals who want to own or rent a home of their own.