Message from the Executive Director

The Countryside Difference

Countryside Association's core belief is that people with developmental disabilities are people first. We know that you have your own hopes, desires and individual preferences that are as varied as anyone else's. From that one central belief we develop and offer support services that are individually and collaboratively designed to focus on your hopes, dreams and abilities, not your disabilities. We support you by offering real choices to work, live, learn and have fun the way you want to. You can choose to receive services from much larger organizations but it's our highly personal and effective services that individuals and families comment on again and again. That's the Countryside Difference.

See Our Vision: Living , Working, Learning, Having Fun!

We believe that a disability should not be a barrier to choosing a job, deciding where to live , what skills to learn or how to have fun. That's why Countryside support staff focus on learning about what you want first even before we begin helping you develop your plan to achieve your goals. Of course to do so Countryside must have many types of employment and other community resources. Want a job? Let us tell you about our various work programs designed just for you. Want to learn a new skill? Let us share our training ideas. Want to live more independently? We have ways to assist you. Want to participate in recreational activities that you will enjoy? We can help.

Become Part of the Countryside Family

The next move is yours. Call or visit us anytime. We would be glad to show you our various programs and introduce you to others who have found Countryside to be more than just another service provider. We want to be your biggest advocate and supporter.

Ideas and Feedback are Always Welcome

Have a suggestion about our services or want to offer input about your experience at Countryside? We would be glad to hear from you.

Sincerely,

Wayne A. Kulick
Executive Director

(847) 540-3701
waynek@countrysideassn.org