Leveling Up: A Trip Shaped by Choice, Friendship, and Firsts

What happens when someone shares a dream, and their support team hits “Start” on making it a reality? One individual in a Kerr group home is a passionate gamer and a longtime fan of Super Mario Bros. When he heard about SUPER NINTENDO WORLD™ at Universal...

Notes From Kerr’s CEO

Dear Friends of Kerr, May is Mental Health Awareness Month—a meaningful time to elevate the voices, needs, and experiences of those living with mental health challenges. As the month winds down, let’s keep finding ways to continue this critical work all year long....

Building a Better Way: Kerr’s Dual Diagnosis Pilot is Changing What Care Can Look Like

When Elijah arrived at one of Albertina Kerr’s youth group homes, his world felt overwhelming. Living with both autism and a mental health diagnosis, he reported struggling to express his emotions and shutting down in response to stress. Without coping tools, he...

Inclusive Day Services: Volunteering & Building Skills at ReStore

Every Friday, a group from Albertina Kerr’s Inclusive Day Services Paths to Community program volunteers at Habitat for Humanity’s ReStore. Wearing reflective vests, name tags, and work gloves, they help with daily tasks while building confidence and learning new...

Notes From Kerr’s CEO

Dear Friend of Kerr, April is Autism Awareness and Acceptance Month—a time to reflect on how far we’ve come and how far we still have to go. The recent tragic death of an Idaho teen with autism and cerebral palsy is deeply upsetting and underscores just how...

William’s Story: Gaining Confidence, Building Skills, and Making An Impact

“I’m just here for the ride,” William says with a grin. But ask anyone at Albertina Kerr’s Paths to Community program, and they’ll tell you—William isn’t just along for the ride; he’s helping shape the experience for others....