About Us

Care and Community was founded in July 2009 and developed by CEO, Becky
Bowar, when her program needed to expand to accommodate the needs of her participants. Becky has worked with Intellectually and Developmentally Disabled children and adults since 1995.

Over the years, Becky has been working with families in home, school and community settings. In 2022, Care & Community expanded adding Residential Services to the services we provide.

We believe supporting individuals and families in their own homes is crucial for fostering independence, dignity, and a sense of belonging. Our commitment to personalized care and community integration remains unwavering, as we continue to evolve and adapt to the changing needs of those we serve.

By offering comprehensive residential services alongside our existing programs, we strive to create environments where every individual can thrive and lead fulfilling lives within the comfort and familiarity of their own homes.

Misssion

Enrich lives in big ways through education, support and advocacy.

In small, personal ways through personal connection.

But in all ways, enrich the lives of those we serve.

Vision

Promote Acceptance, Inclusion and Independence

Values

Participants first

Respect

Dignity

Excellence

Our Team

Meet the heart and soul of Care & Community, our dedicated team of compassionate individuals who are committed to empowering and enriching the lives of those we serve. Together, we strive to create a nurturing and inclusive community where everyone feels valued, respected, and supported. Get to know the faces behind Care & Community and discover the driving force behind our mission to make a positive difference in the world.

Donna

Program Manager

Hello, I'm Donna. I came to Care and Community a little over a year ago. I am the Program Manager, which means that I do a little bit of everything (like we all do!). When I'm on my time I enjoy traveling, cooking, camping, and spending time with my family. I absolutely love our staff and our participants! As challenging as they may be at times, I wouldn't trade any of them, or the experiences we've had, for the world. I've learned a lot over the last year and cherish every moment.

Alyssa

Direct Support Professional

Hello! My name is Alyssa and I have been a direct support professional at Care & Community since July of 2017. A goal of mine is to one day be fluent in American Sign Language(ASL). Growing up with dyslexia, ASL has been the only language I have really been able to understand, and as I’m learning, I have come to find it’s a really beautiful language. One of my favorite things about the job is that we are so active, we’re always doing something exciting! I also love building relationships with individuals and learning new things with them and about them. There is always something new to learn and our participants remind me of that every day. Care and Community is so much more than a job to me. In my free time I like to play softball, color and watch Greys Anatomy. I also have two dogs Tyson and Snoop as well as a cat Nugget. They also take up quite a lot of my free time. Thanks for taking the time to get to know about me, I look forward to getting to know you!

Keisha

Direct Support Professional

Since joining Care & Community in 2018, I have found immense fulfillment and satisfaction in my career choice. The opportunity to work closely with our clients and witness their remarkable progress in life skills and personal growth has been an incredibly rewarding experience. Prior to my tenure at Care Community, I actively engaged in various roles within my children's extracurricular activities. I served as a teacher's aide, Girl Scout leader, PTO member, and guard mom. Currently, I hold the position of President on the Board of Directors for my children's winter guard organization. I firmly believe that a life dedicated to service and giving back to the community is the most fulfilling path one can take. I am happily married to my husband of 26 years, and together we have raised four wonderful children. It has been an immense joy to witness their growth and development into responsible and accomplished adults.

Melanie

Direct Support Professional

Hi, my name is Melanie Gardner. I grew up on a farm in Wyoming. I have one brother who works in the energy field helping to build the wind towers. I have been a nanny/caregiver for over 35 years. I have worked with an individual with disabilities for the past 27 years. I have also worked with Care & Community since 2014. Some of my favorite things to do are crafts, painting, knitting and crochet, reading, sewing and quilting, cooking and traveling. I also very much like to learn new things.

Interested in Joining Our Team?

Join our team at Care & Community and become part of a compassionate community dedicated to making a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.