Bethesda provides services and support to help people with intellectual and developmental disabilities find a sense of community and belonging. From community-based homes and at-home life skills development, to job placement and coaching, to behavior support, community engagement and day programs, we help people live meaningful and fulfilling lives.
We are proud to create and offer forward-thinking solutions to provide choices and opportunities for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Learn all about our new name—AbleLight—and how we arrived at this truly historic moment in the latest edition of Bethesda Messenger.
Everything you love about thrifting, all from the comfort of home. Visit our new website to find your next unique gem, while supporting our mission of enhancing the lives of people with disabilities.
During Fiscal Year 2019-2020, we continued to provide quality, caring support across all of our existing services, all while developing new and innovative ways to support, empower and create more inclusion for people in the future.
September 24, 2021 – At Bethesda, we believe strongly in the ability of Applied Behavior Analysis—and our skilled team of clinicians—to help people with disabilities learn new skills, increase their independence, and make strides toward achieving their full potential.
October 15, 2021 –Whether you’re looking at colleges for yourself or helping a loved one choose a program, here are some tips to keep in mind when choosing a college program that supports learning disabilities.
August 26, 2021 – Everyone can use a good friend. That’s what the Best Buddies program is all about.
Steven wasn't supposed to survive. “The doctors said he wouldn’t live too long and there wasn’t much hope for his future,” his mother recalls. Now in his 50's, Steven is living a fuller life than anyone ever expected.
After Tristan’s family abandoned him, he found himself hopeless and utterly alone on the streets. Then Bethesda stepped in and gave Tristan a fresh start at life.
40 years, countless memories, Bethesda becomes part of the family. Meet Paul and Kalindi and see how Bethesda has impacted one family for multiple generations
Born at only 1.5 pounds, no one would have expected Mary to live. But she did and is exceeding everyone’s expectations – including her own. Meet Mary and be inspired.
Learn how we are working diligently to keep the people we support and our staff safe and healthy. Parents and guardians are invited to virtual town hall meetings to ask questions and receive the latest information.
Get your jam on with this library of free virtual concerts produced exclusively for Bethesda.
Bethesda Cornerstone Village will open on Milwaukee’s west side, providing much-needed affordable housing that includes people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
