Annandale at Suwanee Inc

Annandale Village is an award-winning nonprofit organization dedicated solely to serving adults with developmental disabilities and acquired brain injuries. Comprehensive services for adults with developmental disabilities or acquired brain injuries. Annandale at Suwanee, Inc., commonly known as Annandale Village (Annandale), was founded and incorporated in Georgia as a private, nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization in 1969. Located on 55 wooded acres 30 miles northeast of Atlanta, Annandale was established by Dr. and Mrs. Maxwell Berry, a dedicated father and mother who wanted their intellectually disabled daughter and others to lead lives that reflected quality, value, self-worth, independence, and achievement. Since its inception, Annandale has become an award-winning, nationally recognized leader among nonprofit organizations, and is the only nonprofit in the state of Georgia to offer men and women with developmental disabilities a continuum of service and care.The mission of Annandale Village is to provide progressive life assistance to adults with developmental disabilities and traumatic brain injuries so that they can maximize their abilities and maintain their independence in the least restrictive environment. Characteristically, individuals served at Annandale Village are 18 years of age or older with a primary diagnosis of an intellectual disability, Down syndrome, autism, cerebral palsy, other developmental disability, or have experienced a traumatic brain injury.Annandale offers options families want for their children and siblings...options that are not always available or even considered realistic for adults with developmental disabilities. Furthermore, Annandale serves as a viable alternative to the limited available services in Georgia and the Southeast, providing many services not planned for; thus, bridging the gap in service needs. Through the generous support of the philanthropic community, our services have grown exponentially, allowing us to provide a comprehensive range of programs and services designed to improve the quality of life of each individual served, according to his or her own unique needs and abilities. Annandale offers both residential and non-residential programs and services that provide a balance of structure, freedom, encouragement, instruction and fulfillment. Annandale's focus on individual development and personal care includes: residential services, assisted living, a skilled nursing center, on-campus health services, counseling services, occupational therapy, educational programming, vocational training and job placement, and a comprehensive array of recreation and leisure activities aimed to provide life-long learning and skills development for its clients.