Creating Space For Everyone

Integrated homes for adults with intellectual disabilities.

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Have you ever been told you weren’t good enough?

People with intellectual disabilities should never be neglected, ignored, or pushed aside just for being themselves. They don’t belong in the margins.

Help create a place where everyone is celebrated.

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L'Arche Is Different

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Safe & Secure

Residents receive the best care, opportunities to pursue their passions, and a home where their gifts are celebrated.

Integrated Homes

Live-in Assistants and Core Members build a homelife where everyone has an equal voice and seat at the table.

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In the Neighborhood

We welcome visitors on our porches and around our dinner tables, and we are active members of our community.

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L’ARCHE IS A UNIQUE EXPERIENCE
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We think everyone should have space to build a vibrant and fulfilling life.

● Bringing life and love to Chicago neighborhoods for over two decades.
● Four established community homes.
● Collaborative partnerships with local organizations.
● Personalized healthcare for each resident.
● Highly trained and competent DSP certified caregivers who receive ongoing professional development.

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7th July 2025

A Look at the First Half of the Year in Our Homes

Read about what our homes have been up to thus far this year.

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7th July 2025

Life Changing News: Reflection from Mike (Johno’s Brother)

Read Johno's brother's reflection on the joyous moment when Johno became a core member at L'Arche.

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30th June 2025

L’Arche Chicago Takes on Donut Day 2025!

Every summer, Pilgrim Congregational Church of Oak Park kindly extends an invitation for us to host the donut stand one Saturday at the Oak Park Farmers' Market.

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25th June 2025

What Makes a Group House a Home?

Read the Sojourners article in collaboration with L'Arche GWDC by Alfonso Sasieta. 

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