Our Mission

The Irene Wortham Center, Inc. and Irene Wortham Residential Center, Inc. provide quality comprehensive residential and day services in a caring atmosphere for individuals with developmental and/or socio-economic challenges.

  • Be a leading voice for those with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD)

  • Advocate for the rights and needs of people with IDD.

  • Provide lifelong programs and comprehensive services for consumers to achieve developmental milestones and lead happy, healthy and more independent lives.

  • Provide inspiration and encouragement for personal achievement and growth for consumers, families, volunteers, and staff.

  • Provide choice and empower decision-making for consumers and their families.

  • Provide an engaging environment where everyone can learn, live, and work together.

  • Engage the larger community in the lives of Irene Wortham Center consumers and their families.

Guiding Principles:

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Day Care Early Learning Center outside
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IWC VALUES, Care, Excellence, Individuality, Family-Friendly, integrity, and Respect

*CARF – Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities