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.
● Three established community homes with a fourth underway.
● 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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12th February 2025

Ms Duncan Celebrates Black History Month

By Sharing Langston Hughes "I, Too" Poem

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10th February 2025

Community Gathers for David and Tim!

David and Tim (core members) displayed their creative work at the Arts of Life show.

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7th February 2025

L’Arche Creates Home for Andrea to Thrive!

One of our newest core members, Andrea, shares L'Arche's impact on her life.

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31st January 2025

Chris Says “Bye Bye” to January

Chris combats the January blues by visiting Willis Tower with Evangeline.

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