Our Mission: Empowering Individuals with Disabilities
At Target Community & Educational Services, Inc., our mission is simple:
We empower individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities to live full, independent lives.
Through personalized, community-based disability services, we provide housing support, employment training, education, and life-skills coaching. Each program is designed to promote independence, confidence, and inclusion—transforming lives and strengthening communities.
Learn More About Our ServicesOur Core Values: What Guides Us
At the heart of Target Community are the values that guide our work every day. These values ensure we deliver the highest quality care and foster trust among the individuals and families we support.
- Empowerment: We help individuals gain the tools, resources, and confidence to live independently and reach their full potential.
- Collaboration: We build strong partnerships with families, staff, businesses, and community organizations to create holistic care solutions.
- Innovation: We continually improve and adapt our services to meet the evolving needs of the people and communities we serve.
- Compassion: We treat every individual with dignity and respect, delivering services with heart and humanity.
- Inclusivity: We champion diversity and create environments where every voice is valued and every person is supported.
Our Impact: Measurable Results from Community-Based Care
Our services don’t just support daily needs—they create long-term success. Through our Target Homes, Apartment Program, Meaningful Day Services, and Employment Programs, individuals gain skills, find purpose, and experience true belonging.
Whether it’s a young adult transitioning to independent living or an individual gaining meaningful employment for the first time, our work delivers life-changing outcomes. These stories—and the numbers behind them—are proof that our model works.
Read More About Our ImpactOur Vision: Building the Future of Inclusive Services
We envision a future where every person—regardless of ability—has access to the support, training, and community they need to thrive. Through strategic partnerships and forward-thinking initiatives, we are scaling our impact across Maryland and beyond.
Our nationally recognized graduate program with McDaniel College is just one example of how we’re cultivating tomorrow’s leaders in human services. Together, we’re shaping a more inclusive future—one program, one partnership, and one empowered life at a time.
Explore Our Future InitiativesJoin Our Mission
Whether you’re a prospective employee, a community partner, a donor, or a family seeking support—you play a vital role in our journey. Join us in building a more inclusive, empowered world for individuals with disabilities.
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