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WHO WE ARE

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Independent And Motivated,
Imagine The Possibilities

Welcome to Dre’s Haven!

At Dre's Haven, we believe that every individual deserves a place to call home – a place where they are celebrated, supported, and empowered to thrive. Founded by Tonja Jones-Blount in Orlando, Florida in 2000, Dre's Haven was inspired by her son Aundre, affectionately known as Dre, who was diagnosed with autism at just 18 months old.

Now 34 years old, Dre continues to be the driving force behind Dre's Haven's mission. His journey has shaped our vision, leading us to redefine our purpose to address the unique challenges and needs of neurodiverse adults.

Dre's Haven is more than just a supportive living and educational community – it's a sanctuary where individuals with autism and other intellectual and developmental disabilities, can find belonging, purpose, and fulfillment. Our comprehensive programs and compassionate care provide residents with the tools they need to live meaningful and independent lives.

Join us at Dre's Haven, where acceptance knows no bounds, and possibilities are endless. Welcome home.

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WHO WE ARE

What we do…

Every human being is a treasure, and every treasure is unique.  We all have our strengths, and we all have our challenges.

For adults with autism and other intellectual and developmental disabilities, those strengths and challenges can be difficult to balance.

Dre’s Haven is dedicated to creating a sustainable, enriched and affordable housing community with features, amenities and services designed to provide opportunities for our residents to live interdependent, full and rich lives in an inclusive environment where they are accepted, respected and belong. Dre’s Haven houses a unique mix of both able and disabled residents that include emancipated foster youth and veterans who are also in need of affordable housing, employment and independent living training, and who help provide natural supports.

Through the years, Dre’s Haven has responded to the needs of underserved individuals and the increasing number of “aged out” adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities by broadening its scope of programs and services for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, emancipated foster youth and homeless veterans. Our goal is for everyone we serve to have the opportunity for growth, community, and a quality of life.

Improving the quality of life for adults with developmental disabilities

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Services We Provide

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Residential Program

Our residents help individuals achieve the greatest level of independence in their lives.

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Day Program/Transition to Independent Living (TTIL)

A curriculum of Instrumental Activities of Daily Living and Life Skills.

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Vocational/Supported Employment Services

Our unique vocational program is comprised of several social enterprises.

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Support Services

Enable adults with intellectual disabilities to participate more fully in community activities.

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THE DRE'S HAVEN DIFFERENCE

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Empowerment

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Nurturing interdependence

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Responsibility

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Innovation

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Committed To Help

- Advocacy

Advocacy has two sides: Individual and systems. Individual advocacy means an ILC staff member may accompany a client to medical appointments, housing interviews, Social Security visits, or meetings with Vocational Rehabilitation Counselors. Systems change means the ILC may do things like advocate to a transit agency for better routes or buses. ILCs may also help by advocating for curb cuts, street crossings, buildings, or anything else to help clients have equal access to society.

- Housing

Residents enjoy the comforts of home in a unique environment specially designed with attention to sensitivity to light and sound. Multiuse spaces on each floor promote community—involvement, interests, diversity, and friendships.

- Independent Living Skills

Independent Living Skills are any skills that can help an individual with a disability do what they want to do on their own. Things like budgeting, public transportation training, Assistive technology training, and social skills can all be part of independent living skills.

- Information and Referral (I&R)

Information and Referral means hearing a person's story and understanding their needs. It means being a good listener, asking questions, and giving helpful information or referrals to other agencies or people who can help.

- Peer Counseling

Peer Counseling is based on the idea that people with disabilities know best how to take care of themselves. Dre's Haven Peer counselors serve as mentors to other residents facing challenges in living independently.

- Transition and Diversion

The Dre's Haven Transition and Diversion program assist individuals transitioning from an institution or other separated setting by providing the services and supports they need to live independently, eliminating the need to live in a group home or institution.