Developing Community & Belonging

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Our community of supporters makes the work we do possible. Our mission compels us to help people live fulfilling lives as members of the community by providing support services customized […]

Individualized Services at Jay Nolan

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Having your voice hear is the most essential part of living a quality life. Your wants and needs determine how you spend your day, and what goals you want to […]

Jay Nolan Summer Camp 2024

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This summer, we had 43 kids ages 8-15 of different abilities and backgrounds spend the week exploring outdoor activities together in the natural beauty of Wrightwood, California at Jay Nolan […]

Benjamin and Fasika

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Benjamin and Fasika have been roommates for 25 years through Jay Nolan’s Supported Living services. Over the decades, Benji has become like an uncle in Fasika’s family, watching his children […]

Anne Marie and Charlotte

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Anne Marie and Charlotte are a great example of what Jay Nolan Community Services does so well. For over 30 years, they have been roommates through our Supported Living program […]

Enduring Relationships at Jay Nolan

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In 1991, we made the bold decision to transition people from group homes to their own homes. Thirty years after choosing individualized Supported Living services, they are still thriving, in […]

Celebrating 50 Years of Innovation

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In 1975, parents from the Autism Society of Los Angele founded Jay Nolan Community Services to create better opportunities for their children. Since these humble beginnings, we pioneered services that […]

Chris and Tanisha

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In 1994, Chris became roommates with Direct Support Professional Tanisha and her husband and their new baby. Over the years the family grew to include two more children and a […]

Tarry, Fundraiser

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Board Member Terry Kang is passionate about her role at Jay Nolan Community Services because of her personal connection to the mission. Tarry talks about Jay Nolan’s approach to creating […]

Bobby’s Success Story

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At age 59, Bobby moved to a new apartment in San Pedro, CA and it feels like a new chapter in his life has begun. His new home is right […]