Helping build a community where everyone belongs.
☼ Chesapeake, VA
● About
A community where everyone belongs.
Imagine what it would be like if the world you knew disappeared the moment you turned 22.
For many young adults with disabilities and their caregivers, this is exactly what happens. At age 22, they age out of the school system and their friendships, routines, and support networks they’ve relied on for years suddenly disappear. Their families are left to navigate a confusing maze of services alone. And too often, both the young adult and their family find themselves isolated at the exact moment they need community the most.
Carpenter’s Village is a newly registered nonprofit dedicated to creating supported independence, meaningful relationships, and year‑round community for adults with disabilities and their caregivers. Our mission is simple: empower individuals and enrich their lives through community, connection, and supported independence.
The Carpenter’s Village promise is that no one will be alone in adulthood, that caregivers can support each other, and that every person, each to their own ability, deserves friendship, purpose, and a place to belong.
Our Vision
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Weekly social gatherings and community events that foster friendships, belonging, and meaningful connections.
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Caregiver support networks that provide respite resources, educational workshops, and a community of encouragement.
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Transportation assistance to help ensure every individual has access to programs, activities, and opportunities.
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Partnerships with local organizations to expand services, resources, and opportunities for adults with disabilities.
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A long-term vision for housing and supported living that promotes independence while giving families lasting peace of mind.
● Help Us Build a Community Where Everyone Belongs
Carpenter’s Village Expands
About two years ago, every Thursday night, a special group of friends (and their parents!) started gathering at a local pizza place for music bingo. What started with one invitation became a crowd. Then a community. Then a lifeline. Cookouts, homestead gatherings, and shared celebrations followed. And we saw firsthand how powerful it is when people feel included, supported, and surrounded by friends who understand them and love them for exactly who they are.
Now, we’re building Carpenter’s Village to support that community for years to come.
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