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 critical...

"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. William attends Paths to Community, Kerr's...

Dear Friend of Kerr, March is Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month, a time to recognize that awareness isn't limited to just one month—it's something we champion all year. Every day, we amplify voices, break barriers, and create opportunities. We all deserve to...

At Five Guys Burgers in Salem, Johnny Neal plays a key role in keeping the restaurant running smoothly. As the deep cleaner, his work helped the location rank #1 in Oregon, #2 in the region (Oregon, Washington, and Hawaii), and #37 in the country for the last quarter...

For Ava, the most challenging part of job hunting wasn’t proving she was capable—it was getting the chance to. Time and again, she showed up for interviews only to find inaccessible buildings or hiring managers who couldn’t see past her wheelchair. But she refused to...

Dear Friend of Kerr, Recent federal policy changes have brought uncertainty, raising concerns for many, including those we support and work alongside. At Albertina Kerr, who we are and what we stand for remains the same. Our core values—Compassion, Partnership,...

Mike Ide never misses a chance to visit the library. Whether he's checking out a new book or flipping through magazines, he enjoys the sense of possibility that comes with every visit. "They've got good books and better options than what's at home," he explains. At...

Dear Friends of Albertina Kerr, Happy New Year! Wishing you health and happiness in the new year! I am very excited to announce that Albertina Kerr has achieved a three-year Quality Assurances Accreditation from The Council on Quality and Leadership (CQL). This...