Community Options

Community Options, Inc. is a nonprofit organization founded in 1989 and based in Princeton, New Jersey. It is dedicated to supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, including conditions like Down Syndrome, Autism Spectrum Disorder, and traumatic brain injury. The organization operates across 12 states, focusing on developing housing and employment supports that promote dignity, self-determination, and community inclusion. Community Options provides a range of services, including 316 group homes and supervised apartments that offer personalized living environments. It runs 21 employment programs and six social enterprises to help individuals secure competitive jobs. Additionally, the organization offers day programs and transition services to build life skills for youth with disabilities. Community Options emphasizes a person-centered approach, utilizing techniques like Gentle Teaching and Applied Behavior Analysis to foster supportive environments. With a budget exceeding $62 million, Community Options operates 24 offices and supports over 5,000 individuals. The organization is recognized for its commitment to quality and cost-effective administration, ensuring that individuals with disabilities receive the care and support they need to thrive in their communities.