Living With
Independence
RESIDENTIAL COMMUNITIES FOR ADULTS WITH
INTELLECTUAL AND DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES
personal
responsibility
LIVE
Meaningful
community
WORK
Appropriate
SUPPORT
THRIVE
Figuring Out
What's Next
Is So Difficult
Adults with disabilities desire to live with independence and reach their potential, but there are very few options specifically designed to make this a reality.
Because of this problem:
Families don’t have
adequate options
for what’s next
as the “age-out”
approaches.
Instead they are living with aging parents, relatives,
or caregivers and struggle with
no long term plan.
Most adults
with disabilities
are living with
aging parents
and no long-term plan.
As the “age-out” reality gets closer, there are more
questions than answers. Families worry about their loved one’s future
and what options are out there.
You and your loved ones deserve to
live as independently as possible
WE SEE YOU
AND WE CARE
MEET THE HIXSONS!
Meet Pete and Hollie Hixson with their two daughters, Hope and Addie – and their dog, Bo. Pete is the Founder/CEO of Beyond Communities.
The Hixsons have been a part of the special needs community for over 20 years. Their oldest daughter, Hope (far right) was diagnosed with Cerebral Palsy when she was 2 years old. Beyond Communities is for her, and so many others who crave independence and have so much more to give to the world.
We have decided to become students of this problem and we are determined to create more options and opportunities for our beloved community.
Hope is currently a student at Shepherds College, a fully accredited 3-year college specifically designed for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDDs).
Going to college isn’t usually on the radar of individuals and families within the special needs community, but at Shepherds College you can major in technology,
culinary arts, and horticulture – as well as get 3 years of intentional training towards independent living! Students who graduate from
Shepherds College have the opportunity to reach more potential, have gainful employment, and live with more independence.
Please connect with us for more information!
OUR PLAN
Our plan is to create residential communities integrated into safe, mixed-use developments
for
15-20 residents in each location. We will provide appropriate support with staffing, ongoing personal and professional development, and local partnerships. This will allow our
residents
to build meaningful relationships in their community, further their career,
and live as independently as possible.
#1
There is a
big need
1-3% of adults in the US have some form of intellectual / developmental disability. There are very few accessible options designed for continued growth and potential. We want to do our part to change that.
#2
We have a
big vision
For the last 2 years, we have been pursuing the right plan for programming, finances, and type of living spaces. We are working with a developer on our first location in the North Atlanta area, and our long-term vision is to build Beyond Communities locations all over the US.
#3
YOU CAN MAKE A
BIG DIFFERENCE
Every gift, every share, and every prayer is a significant way that you can partner with us.
Together, we’ll establish awareness to those who need this and funds to get started.
TIME TO BUY DIRT!
Two of our Champion Givers will Donate $500K each towards the construction of townhomes, once we purchase the land that is being held for us in Milton, GA. That’s $1MM that is promised!
BIG CHALLENGE!
We need to Raise $1.3MM to purchase the Land before July 1, 2024, or it will go on the market.
BIG OPPORTUNITY!
This land is perfectly placed in a development that will give residents the life of independence that they desire and deserve. Let‘s seize our opportunity and buy this dirt!
BUY DIRT NOW!
HERE'S WHAT YOU CAN DO
SHARE
Who do you know that needs to know about Beyond Communities? Or do you know someone who would love to partner with us? Please share our website with them.
GIVE
You can give a one-time or recurring gift. For information on how to give a non-monetary gift, such as property, stocks, etc., please email us at: info@beyondcommunities.org
CONNECT
Whether you are looking for a place like Beyond Communities for someone in your family or want to be involved in some way, please click the CONNECT button below. We’d love to hear from you!
FAQ
Going to college isn’t usually on the radar of individuals and families within the special needs community. Shepherds College is a fully accredited 3-year program with majors in technology, culinary arts, and horticulture solely designed for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDDs). Because when you live in an environment designed specifically for you, you thrive.
COMING SOON!
A GREAT OPTION TO CONSIDER
Going to college isn’t usually on the radar of individuals and families within the special needs community. Shepherds College is a fully accredited 3-year program with majors in technology, culinary arts, and horticulture solely designed for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Because when you live in an environment designed specifically for you, you thrive.
but within the first few months of her being there – her conversations with us had more depth than ever,
she was learning about circles of control, having a roommate, and how to manage her daily responsibilities.
And now she is talking about the dreams she has for her own life!”
– Pete & Hollie Hixson
The Hixson’s are also a part of the Shepherds College Expansion Team – working towards a hopeful Atlanta branch campus in the new few years. And Shepherds College now offers an incredible new tool – Shepherds College Online.
Visit the Shepherds College website now!