Creating Space For Everyone

Integrated homes for adults with intellectual disabilities.

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Have you ever been told you weren’t good enough?

People with intellectual disabilities should never be neglected, ignored, or pushed aside just for being themselves. They don’t belong in the margins.

Help create a place where everyone is celebrated.

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L'Arche Is Different

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Safe & Secure

Residents receive the best care, opportunities to pursue their passions, and a home where their gifts are celebrated.

Integrated Homes

Live-in Assistants and Core Members build a homelife where everyone has an equal voice and seat at the table.

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In the Neighborhood

We welcome visitors on our porches and around our dinner tables, and we are active members of our community.

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We think everyone should have space to build a vibrant and fulfilling life.

● Bringing life and love to Chicago neighborhoods for over two decades.
● Three established community homes with a fourth underway.
● Collaborative partnerships with local organizations.
● Personalized healthcare for each resident.
● Highly trained and competent DSP certified caregivers who receive ongoing professional development.

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5th March 2024

Solidarity in 2024

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20th February 2024

Ahoy Nate!

We've had lots of amazing people come share life with us for a few years.  Below is an interview where we catch up with one of our beloved L'Arche Chicago alum!

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13th February 2024

Leading Together

Mic, Cassie, and Anders took part in a week long experience and exploration of inclusive leadership in Leavenworth, Kansas. Mic shares more about the experience and learnings from the week.

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22nd January 2024

Celebrating 5 Years

Hear how Andrew has learned how to be more patient with himself and with others, to be kind to himself, and to embrace community and share life with many different people in his five years at L'Arche Chicago.

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