Our History and Beliefs

In 2013, The Dean Family decided it was time to help their adult children with disabilities find housing with the supports necessary to live successfully in the community, out of the family home.

What they found was a waiting list for funding of the supports that was clearly endless. At the time, it numbered just under 800 Statewide. Today, it has grown to over 2000 waiting for Mainecare Section 21.

A House for ME was incorporated in 2016 to work on the problem where the answer lies – right here in our own community. Simply, we are creating housing with supports that people with Intellectual Disabilities and Autism Spectrum Disorders can afford and thrive in. Housing that allows them to be involved in their communities. Our support system is modeled on the concept of Circles of Support – surrounding people with others who want to help. In addition to the Resident Companion, we will involve students, interns and other community volunteers. Families will also remain directly involved.

Our Vision

Our Vision is a community where people with disabilities live and work as participating members.

Our Mission

Our Mission is to create safe, supported living situations that enable people with disabilities to fully integrate themselves into their local community.

Our Values

Everyone has the right to a home where they feel safe. Everyone should be afforded the opportunity to be fully involved in their community. Everyone should be encouraged and supported to reach for their goal with hopes that the community will support and welcome them.