James L. Maher Center
Civic and Social OrganizationsRhode Island, United States51-200 Employees
The James L. Maher Center is a Rhode Island-based nonprofit organization serving individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Its programs span supported employment, residential services, and inclusive arts, wellness, and recreational activities, all grounded in person-centered planning with a focus on dignity and inclusion. The center aims to help participants live fulfilling, independent, and connected lives at home, at work, and in the community, offering services statewide from its Newport County headquarters. With a workforce dedicated to advocacy and opportunity, it supports hundreds of participants across the state and has recently expanded program offerings and regional reach, reflecting its commitment to accessibility and inclusion in the disability services sector. The organization operates within the civic and social services landscape and is based in Middletown, Rhode Island, with a history spanning more than seven decades. Recent developments include recognition as a nonprofit organization and the establishment of a new regional hub to improve accessibility for individuals with developmental and intellectual disabilities.