Adaptive Living, Inc. (ALI) was founded in 1987 as a 501 (c) (3) nonprofit organization that provides affordable housing, food, transportation, and supervision for individuals with developmental and cognitive disabilities. ALI’s mission is to teach independent living skills and encourage social and community participation. Its residents work in the community, volunteer, or attend a day program. ALI operates in a cost-effective manner and is managed by an all-volunteer Board of Directors. ALI partners with Maryland’s Department of Human Resources which provides funding for residents and oversight by a social worker and a registered nurse.
About Us
Our Vision
Adaptive Living, Inc. (ALI) believes that individuals with disabilities are entitled to live, work, enjoy leisure activities, and participate fully and productively in community life in the least restrictive environment.
Our Mission
Adaptive Living Inc. (ALI) provides housing, food, transportation, support, and counselors for adults with developmental disabilities. ALI believes that our residents are entitled to live in the least restrictive environment and to work, enjoy leisure activities, and participate fully and productively in community life. ALI’s residents receive instruction in life skills tailored around their unique requirements. We are committed to providing a safe living and learning environment, with clear duties that align with the rights and responsibilities for each resident. ALI’s goals for all of its residents are to promote independence, to provide the opportunity for them to possess a sense of dignity and self-worth through instruction, coaching, and living in a comfortable environment.
Our Values
- Residents shall not be denied their individual rights or access to appropriate services.
- Their personal goals and progress toward self-fulfillment will be recognized and supported.
- They shall be given opportunities to maximize their productivity, contribution to society, integration into the community, and sense of achievement and self-worth.
- There will be no discrimination based on race, gender, religion, or ethnicity.
Our Goals
- Provide food and affordable housing.
- Teach and develop independent living skills.
- Encourage self-advocacy.
- Encourage participation in educational, recreational, and social programs and in community life.
- Promote and maintain the health of our residents.
Program and Services
Our community-based Residential Services Program operates multiple homes in Columbia, MD. We support three individuals per home, and all of the homes have staff onsite in the evenings, weekdays and/or weekends based on the needs of that household.
Staff members assist residents as they develop daily routines that are necessary for them to work, use community resources, and make connections outside their homes. This includes meal planning and preparation, grocery shopping, money management, housekeeping, and personal hygiene. Counselors also provide transportation in the evenings to take residents to community activities, shopping, and appointments. Family members remain a part of the individual’s life. This plan becomes the blueprint for services that the individuals receive from Adaptive Living, Inc. ALI’s adult residential services are licensed by the Maryland Developmental Disabilities Administration and Project Home .
Latest News
COVID-19 UPDATE
Adaptive Living, Inc. is canceling its 2020 Golf Tournament Fundraiser due to Covid-19. This is to protect the safety of potential participants and guests. We look forward to seeing you at ALI’s 2021 golf tournament next year!
Annual Fundraising Campaign 2020
ALI is now embarking on its year-end ANNUAL FUNDRAISING CAMPAIGN. Our goal is to raise $25,000 by December 2020 so that ALI can continue its mission to provide affordable housing, food, and counselors for adults in Howard County with physical, developmental, and/or cognitive disabilities. ALI’s efforts have allowed many of its residents to learn how … Continue reading Annual Fundraising Campaign 2020
COVID-19 UPDATE
Adaptive Living, Inc. is canceling its 2020 Golf Tournament Fundraiser due to Covid-19. This is to protect the safety of potential participants and guests. We look forward to seeing you at ALI’s 2021 golf tournament next year!
Donations
Who is Adaptive Living, Inc. (ALI)?
ALI is a 30-year-old Howard County based nonprofit 501 (c) (3) organization that provides housing, food, transportation and assistance in daily living for adults with cognitive and developmental disabilities. Our residents receive instruction in life skills tailored around each individual’s unique requirements with the goal of achieving independence. We are committed to providing a safe living and learning environment with clear duties that align with the rights and responsibilities for each resident. The goal for all our residents is to provide a sense of dignity and self-worth through their work and living environment as defined by our residents.
Cash Donations…
Please consider sending a tax deductible contribution to ALI at 10649 High Beam Court, Columbia, MD 21044. You may also donate using PayPal. For more information about ALI you can reach us at (410) 997-9499.
Vehicle Donations…
Avoid the hassle of selling your vehicle on your own. Get a tax donation versus the small amount a dealer gives you on a trade in. Adaptive Living Inc., accepts any vehicle in any condition. If you have a car, truck, motorcycle, boat, trailer, etc., call us today to have it hauled away for free.
We are a local nonprofit organization working to make our community a better place to live and work for the unique adults. Tell your family and friends that if they have a vehicle to donate, you know of an organization here at home trying to make a difference. To donate call (443) 900-2216 or email Susan@Adaptiveliving.net.