Albertina Kerr empowers people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) and mental health challenges to lead self-determined lives in their communities. Established in 1907, Kerr has a long history of providing services and advocacy for those who need it most. As one of the largest and oldest human services providers in the Pacific Northwest, Kerr offers: • Programs and services for children, teens, and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD), including safe, supportive 24-hour residential care and supportive employment services. • Inpatient crisis psychiatric care for youth; children and teens stabilize and gain the skills they need to stay safe, preserve relationships, and are prepared to be successful at home and school.
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424 NE 22nd Ave
Portland, Oregon 97232, US
722 NE 162nd Ave
Portland, Oregon 97230, US
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Wow! The hard work continues after the announcement! So proud of the Albertina Kerr and Exceed Enterprises teams for their thoughtful commitment and focus on integrating our programs, staff and cultures! #partnership #servingmore #impact
July is National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month! This year's theme, #BeTheSourceForBetterHealth, focuses on how our unique cultures, communities, and connections impact mental health. Let's raise awareness and support mental health equity for racial and ethnic minority and American Indian/Alaska Native populations. Together, we can improve mental health outcomes for all. #MinorityMentalHealth #MentalHealthEquity #CommunitySupport
Happy 4th of July! ✨ Let's celebrate the freedom that brings us together. Enjoy the festivities, stay safe, and cherish the moments. #IndependenceDay #Inclusivity #Community
Albertina Kerr welcomes Becky Hultberg, President and CEO of the Hospital Association of Oregon, to our Governing Board of Directors. Becky's expertise in healthcare policy and her passion for our mission will be invaluable as we empower people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and mental health challenges to lead self-determined lives in their communities. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/g8Rm66vX #Leadership #Healthcare #DisabilityAdvocacy #BoardOfDirectors
Exciting News! We are thrilled to announce that #AlbertinaKerr and Exceed Enterprises, two nonprofits with a combined 167 years of dedicated service to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) and mental health challenges, are merging, effective August 1, 2024, under the name Albertina Kerr. This strategic union creates the largest provider of supports and services for people with I/DD in the State of Oregon. Together, we will: Expand our reach and impact in Oregon. Deepen our connection with the communities we serve. Accelerate our vision to empower even more individuals. Strengthen our advocacy efforts for the rights and needs of those we support. We are committed to ensuring a smooth transition and continuity of services. Our combined strengths and resources will create a more comprehensive support system for our clients, enhancing the quality of life for those we serve. Learn more about this exciting merger and what it means for our community: https://lnkd.in/g8iuVW_g Photo: (left) Allison Stark, CEO, Albertina Kerr; (right) Nadja Sailesman, CEO, Exceed Enterprises #Nonprofit #CommunityImpact #IDD #MentalHealth #Empowerment #Inclusivity #Advocacy
🌟 July is Disability Pride Month! 🌟 This month celebrates the history, achievements, experiences, and struggles of the disability community. It also marks the anniversary of the #AmericansWithDisabilitiesAct (ADA), which was passed on July 26, 1990, and broke down barriers to inclusion in society. This year's theme is #WeWantALifeLikeYours, reflecting the disability community's desire for life experiences that are often denied. Let's celebrate #DisabilityPrideMonth and #advocate for a world where everyone has the opportunity to lead a self-determined life. #DisabilityPrideMonth #ADAAnniversary #InclusiveCommunity
🎓 This week we celebrated the graduation of our #ProjectSEARCH interns who completed a 9-month internship with Multnomah County's Division of County Services! 🎉#Congratulations! We are so proud of you and wish you all the best as you continue to achieve great things in your careers! We also want to extend our #gratitude to the families and supporters of these interns. Your unwavering support has been instrumental in their success. During this transformative journey, these talented individuals learned essential job skills and gained invaluable life skills that will #empower them in their future endeavors. One intern said, "My favorite part of Project SEARCH was working alongside my fellow interns. This experience has truly helped me grow as a person." #CareerDevelopment #InclusiveWorkplace #IDD #IntellectualDisabilities #DevelopmentalDisabilities #LifeSkills #JobSkills
🎙️ Premiering Today! 🎙️ Tune in to the #podcast "What's Up With Catalight" for an insider's perspective on #autism and #developmentaldisabilities. Each episode features in-depth conversations with experts, caregivers, and individuals at the forefront of advancing care and research. 👉 Read more: https://lnkd.in/g-4G7Mbh
"The power of cinema allows you to see an entire world that's totally different from yours and find common ground," says David F. Fortune. His film "Color Book" shares the journey of a father raising his son with Down syndrome. Read more: https://lnkd.in/gX8W2UQm #DownSyndromeAwareness #InclusiveCinema #TribecaFilmFestival
Today, we honor #Juneteenth's significance and reaffirm our commitment to fostering an #inclusive and #equitable community. Let's celebrate by reflecting on its importance and #advocating for racial justice. Together, we build a society where everyone is valued and free. #FreedomDay #EqualityForAll #BlackHistory #CommunityUnity