ABOUT US
Our mission is to create opportunities and provide choices to individuals to maximize their independence and optimize their potential to live
within the community.
KCCDD adheres to the values of advancing Knowledge, being Creative in programs and activities, Caring about the needs of the individuals with whom we work, full Development of potential, and Dedication to the mission of the organization.
In December of 1956, a group of sixteen dedicated parents came together with a steadfast belief in establishing a school for their children with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Since then, KCCDD has undergone many changes, but our beliefs have stayed true as we continually strive to provide the best services we can for the individuals we serve.
Today, we provide a variety of services for over 300 adults who have intellectual and/or developmental disabilities. We also operate the HUB, Phoenix Industries, Gordon Behrents Senior Center, and Camp Kidz.
Member of:
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American Association on Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities
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Don Moss & Associates
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Forefront & the Illinois Nonprofit Network
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Galesburg Area Chamber of Commerce
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Galesburg Area Transition Team
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Illinois Adult Day Service Association
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Illinois Partners for Human Service
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Institute on Public Policy for People with Disabilities
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Knox County United Way
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Western Illinois Area Agency on Aging
Accredited by:
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Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Services (CARF)
Licensed by:
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State of Illinois Department of Human Services
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State of Illinois Department on Aging
Read more about KCCDD:
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Compliance documents available upon request (501c3, 990s, etc.)
MEET SOME OF OUR TEAM
Pam Green
Chief Executive Officer
Jeff Gomer
Chief Financial Officer
Meet our Team
More Coming Soon
KCCDD is grateful for the support and guidance of our Board of Directors.
Bridgette Teel
Secretary
Trent Cox
President
Trent Benedict
Vice President
Sue Dutell
Treasurer
Directors:
Joe Cave, Katie Houston, Diane Kroll, Dedra Mannon, and Tiffany Springer
"Being a part of KCCDD, as a volunteer and a board member, means so much to me because it allows me to practice my passion and love for providing services and inclusive opportunities to our community members with special needs. It makes me so proud to stand beside such dedicated staff and amazing clients that make KCCDD an asset to our community."
- Tiffany Springer, KCCDD Board Member