Experience life's possibilities with CEL!
We provide valuable programs and services for teens, adults, and seniors with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD).
Lives are changed every day through social programs that foster friendships, paid employment that matches their skills and interests, REACH and Catalyst Adult Day Programs, and mental health resources.
CEL is independently funded and partners with the community for donations, regular volunteers, advocacy, and collaborations that support people with IDD.
Welcoming The Nora Project to CEL!
This thoughtful, mission-aligned integration champions a more inclusive, empowering world for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
The Nora Project, a like-minded nonprofit focused on teaching empathy and inclusion in schools, is being integrated into CEL. This integration comes after a deep mutual respect between our organizations and a shared commitment to building a more inclusive world.
The Nora Project equips students and educators with the tools to understand and embrace disabilities. This thoughtful and mission-aligned integration into CEL expands the impact of your support into earlier stages of life, reaching students in classrooms and helping them grow up with the values lived out every day at CEL.
How can we support your goals?
Social interaction is at the heart of everything we do at the CEL. Join us for Bowling, Art, Ladies/Guys Night, Music, Socials, Events, Excursions, and more! Make new friends and have a great time!
Our two Adult Day Programs (REACH and Catalyst) are designed for adults who have completed high school and are looking for opportunities to keep learning, forge new friendships, grow more independent, and enjoy enriching experiences.
Employment is the pathway to independence! Wherever you are on your employment journey, let us help you along the way.
The Robert Vihon Family Resource Center will offer mental health and wellness support to people with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities, their families, and caregivers.
How do YOU experience CEL?
I make my own choices at CEL. My voice is heard and respected.
At CEL, we believe that every person with an intellectual or developmental disability should have the opportunity to experience all of life’s possibilities!
The staff are the ultimate treasure of CEL – always kind, caring, intuitive and patient. They truly care about not only the struggles and unique issues of the members but are also so supportive to the families and guardians.
I like coming to CEL on Saturdays because we play games. I love when we play Apples to Apples, it’s my favorite.
I like working on goals with staff. They appreciate that I want to get better and stronger, and they help me
I like CEL because it’s accessible. I get to be with my friends and the staff make me feel happy and safe.
CEL members are our #1 priority
We encourage and support their self-advocacy as they discover and achieve their desired path in life. We are an inclusive and welcoming organization. We place a high value on our families, community partners, donors, volunteers and all stakeholders as they work together to enrich the quality of life for our members.
Your support in action:
Be a Part of CEL!
It takes a full team of wonderful people to continue providing a place where people with developmental disabilities are welcomed and celebrated.
You belong at CEL!
Programs are centered on YOU! Choose from a wide range of social, recreational, and educational enrichment programs available seven days a week. Check out our program guide and learn how to get started today!
Enrich lives today!
Your donation will transform and enrich the lives of our members with intellectual and developmental disabilities.