Where People With Disabilities Are A Part Of
A Community,
Not Just Living In It.
Mission
Create supportive homes of choice for adults with intellectual & developmental disabilities (IDDs), including Autism that give them a sense of pride, accomplishment and dignity through providing services and housing within a natural environment.
Vision
A world where adults with autism and other intellectual and developmental disabilities of all levels can CHOOSE where THEY want to live, with the confidence that they will continue to receive the essential services they need to thrive.
Guiding Principles
Choice
Affordability
Well Being
Community Inclusion
Quality Care
Independence
Sustainability
T h e C O M M U N I T Y
Communities of Crocus is designed to be a welcoming place where adults aged 18 and older with autism and other intellectual or developmental disabilities, along with their families and caregivers, can feel supported and connected. Our plan includes supportive, safe, and accessible residential housing, individualized on-site services, and meaningful opportunities for community engagement, all within a nurturing and inclusive environment.
Housing
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CARE at CROCUS - Individual apartments within a shared home with 24/7 care.
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APTS at CROCUS - Individual supportive apartments.
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POCKET NEIGHBORHOOD at CROCUS - An inclusive community of for-sale homes in a neighborhood setting intended for parents, extended family, and care providers.
Services and Supports
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The CENTRE - Social, recreational, health & wellness, life skills, and vocational opportunities.
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SUPPORTIVE SERVICES HUB - Services and support for residents, families, caregivers, and the greater community.
Community Engagement
Community Inclusion
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COMMUNITY PAVILION - A space for greater community events and gatherings.
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RESPITE APARTMENT - Short-term respite stay opportunities.
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PILOT APARTMENT - An apartment where potential residents have the opportunity to try out supportive, independent living.
T h e F a c t s*
I n s p i r a t i o n
DENZEL
Denzel loves to play video games and is an avid reader. He is looking forward to having his own place within a community where he is not isolated and is within walking distance to a library, bookstore and a GameStop. He is also hoping for a big apartment that has enough room for his large book collection and would prefer not to have anyone living above him because he does not like noise. Denzel, who rarely leaves the house unless it is to work out or occasionally see a movie, would grow socially through living and interacting with others at APTS at Crocus, as well as participating in the services provided by the Crocus Supportive Housing Hub.
GAIGE
Gaige is a gentle, kind and funny young man. He has both Down syndrome and autism, which has brought unique challenges for Gaige. He loves to swim and has a passion for music. He loves music of all types from bands like Coldplay to Queen, artists from Pink to Phil Collins, and he especially loves musicals. He loves using his iPad to listen to Music and to FaceTime his extended family who live all over the USA, but especially his older brother who is just starting his career. He would love to find a place to work that involves something in music. Because of Gaige’s dual diagnosis, he has a need for 24/7 support. CARE at Crocus is an environment where he could live with pride, but also have the comfort and safety that he requires.
DANE
Dane is an active young man who enjoys riding his adult razor big wheel or his three wheeled tricycle. He also loves swimming, listening to all types of music and using his iPad to call his grandparents, aunt, and siblings on Google Meet. Dane is very fond of his sister who often sings him songs while playing the guitar live from the beach in Costa Rica. With multiple unique requirements due to autism and co-occuring conditions, Dane needs 24/7 support. CARE at Crocus will provide him the opportunity to get the supports and services he needs in a safe and natural environment where he can be free to live life through his lens and have experiences not otherwise available to him.
ODIN
Odin is a sweet, funny and bright young man. He is VERY conversational, has a magnetic personality, and a heart of gold. He loves his dogs, loves to swim and he is a “champion” fencer. He also adores video games. He could tell you EVERY Pokémon, Mario and Sonic character. He loves Star Wars (both the movies and the video games). He also loves his family. He is the youngest of three and looks up to his oldest brother as his idol. He also is a great supporter of his brother Gaige, who he understands needs help in so many ways. Odin’s autism causes challenges in processing language and social situations. He would love to live in an environment where he could build great friendships, have independence, but also some support in driving the social and work parts of his life. The APTS at Crocus would be a wonderful place for Odin to live and flourish.
W h a t O t h e r s
A r e S a y i n g
The founders of COC, Amy Hansel and Emily Peters are determined to create a space in Wisconsin where their children and others with similar disabilities will be supported and able to reach their fullest potential within a natural environment.
Hear Amy and Emily, and others as they share about Communities of Crocus.
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