A Spectacular Day of Inclusivity and Togetherness

After a long hiatus, the 2023 CommUNITY Walk finally returned, and what an extraordinary day it turned out to be! The event had something for everyone. From a lively Pet Parade sponsored by DogWatch to thoughtful amenities like the Water Station and Pet Comfort Station sponsored by Prosper Solutions. With a delicious lunch hosted by the Muni family and catered by Zaika Indian Bistro, a DJ Kevin Sullivan Dance Party, and a creative Arts & Crafts table hosted by Communitas In-Home Supports, there was no shortage of excitement. Amidst all the activities, what truly made the day unforgettable was the enthusiastic participation of YOU – our incredible community.

“I loved the camaraderie, sense of community, the joy on the faces of everyone dancing.”

The CommUNITY Walk has been a labor of love since its inception in 2016. While we had to take a break for a while due to the pandemic, we were thrilled to bring it back this year. And it wouldn’t have been the same without your support and involvement. This event is designed with inclusivity in mind, welcoming individuals of all backgrounds, abilities, and ages. It caters to those with physical, developmental, and intellectual disabilities, embodying the spirit of unity and togetherness.

” This made my entire weekend. It makes me happy to see dedicated individuals and supportive community members.”

At its core, the CommUNITY Walk is a self-paced, individual, and team event that encourages everyone to participate. It provides an opportunity for our community to come together, engage in healthy activities, and most importantly, have a fantastic time. It’s a celebration of the bonds that unite us as a community, and your presence made this celebration all the more special.

“It really is about relationships and connecting with people so just having the event where everyone – participants, family members, staff and friends get together is the best.”

As we look back on the 2023 CommUNITY Walk, we extend our heartfelt gratitude to each and every one of you who joined us. Your enthusiasm, energy, and commitment to inclusivity and togetherness made this day a resounding success. We cannot wait to continue this tradition in the years to come, with the hope of making each CommUNITY Walk even more remarkable than the last.

Thank you for being an essential part of our community and for making the 2023 CommUNITY Walk an event to remember. We look forward to seeing you again next year as we walk hand in hand towards a brighter, more inclusive future.

We would also like express our gratitude to our Sponsor!

MVP Level Sponsors
Prosper Solutions
Muni Family: Team MegRo
Communitas Board of Directors

VIP Level Sponsors
Leonard, Mulherin & Greene

Champion Level Sponsors
DogWatch
Clougherty Home Improvement
A&R Construction

All-Star Level Sponsors
Eastern Pharmacy
Mark, Cheri & Ashley
The Dorflinger Family
Tonneson + Co

We want to extend additional heartfelt thanks to our dedicated volunteers and CommUNITY Walk Planning Group, whose unwavering support and hard work made this event possible. We’d also like to express our deep appreciation to the incredible generosity of over 80 individuals who made individual donations. It is your selflessness and kindness that truly strengthens our CommUNITY and makes it thrive.

We are excited to announce that Communitas has applied for renewal of our accreditation through the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF) for both our Day Services programs and our Adult Family Care program. CARF, a distinguished accreditor specializing in health and human services agencies, will conduct a survey at our organization on October 30th and 31st, 2023.

Accreditation demonstrates a provider’s commitment to continuously improve service quality and to focus on the satisfaction of the persons served.

CARF’s mission, since its establishment in 1966, is to enhance the lives of those served by promoting service quality, value, and optimal outcomes. It has conducted assessments for hundreds of thousands of programs globally. Maintaining CARF accreditation entails a commitment to continuous quality improvement, tailored services, and results monitoring. CARF-accredited providers adhere to rigorous standards, demonstrating adherence to best business practices and a dedication to ongoing quality enhancement. Our CARF accreditation reflects our commitment to improving efficiency, financial health, and service delivery, ultimately ensuring participant and family satisfaction.

This reaffirms our commitment to excellence and quality care, emphasizing our dedication to the community.

Our upcoming CARF survey will involve surveyors visiting our programs. The surveyors will engage with our staff, participants, families, and stakeholders, and conduct comprehensive tours of our facilities. CARF takes pride in recruiting surveyors with extensive experience in the human services field, specifically from CARF-accredited organizations. This unique selection process ensures that CARF surveyors possess a deep understanding of the field, allowing them to apply practical knowledge and real-world insights to their assessments.

Communitas has maintained CARF accreditation for our Day Habilitation programs since 2011, followed by our Adult Family Care program in 2018. Career Services joined our CARF-accredited programs in October 2020. We take great pride in these achievements and are happy to continue our partnership with CARF.

Values we live by

Commitment to our people

Communitas is dedicated to delivering individualized, family-centered support, programs and services for people with disabilities, across their lifespan and in their communities. We are inspired by and committed to our people as we meet their changing needs and create new pathways for growth.

Compassion for all

Communitas promotes compassion, equality, respect and community inclusion. We see people as people, and provide a place where everyone belongs, anyone can achieve, and each person plays a meaningful role.

Individualized for independence

Communitas is an agency of abilities, empowering people and inspiring dreams by erasing barriers, expanding opportunities, supporting independence and enriching lives. Our dedicated employees recognize the importance of self-determination. advocate passionately for each individual – so everyone has a choice and a voice.

Strength in teamwork

Communitas develops effective teams by engaging individuals and families as well as community partners and stakeholders – and by truly valuing everyone’s contributions. We’re committed to employee training and education that advances professional development and enhances our ability to support the people we serve.

High standards in everything we do

Communitas strives to exceed the highest standards of regulatory compliance and fiduciary transparency. And we promise to provide a safe, inviting, accessible, comfortable and secure environment for all.