All HOSV clients (students) have an intellectual disability. People with an intellectual disability have a deficit in two main areas: intellectual functioning and adaptive behavior.
Unlike typically developing peers, many young adults with intellectual disabilities do not have the opportunity after high school to gain employment, attend college, or spend consistent quality time with their friends. They long for these same experiences, but making those dreams a reality is often what caregivers have the time or resources to provide.
The mission of Heather's Old Skool Village is to provide a safe, stimulating environment for individuals with disabiliities to learn, grow, serve and establish local connections.
Heather's Old Skool Village provides a safe and stimulating environment for individuals with disabilities to learn, grow, and serve other people while establishing local community connections.
Running a non-profit always provides challenges. Unfortunately, there is never enough money to do the things we would like to do for our students. We have to rely on parents and community to make donations for simple things such as bottled water, snacks, art supplies, and often toiletries.
Our staff has worked unselfishly for years without pay increases. We would love to give them a small increase to let them know they are loved and appreciated.
We love to take the students out in the community but with the increase of fuel it is hard to fire up the bus and drive around.
Our basic needs are met, but for this "forgotten society" they deserve so much more!
Organization name
Heather's Old Skool Village
Causes
Mental and Behavioral Health
Operating Budget
$250,000 - $499,999
Counties Served
Tarrant
BIPOC Leadership
Both the Executive Director/CEO and Board Chair
Address
6018 Graham Street