Horace Mann Educational Associates, Inc.

HMEA’s mission is based on the conviction that people with disabilities have the same needs as anyone else – satisfying work, strong relationships and the sense of fulfillment that comes from being a valued member of society. All supports are designed to promote independence, respect, productive employment and civic involvement. Our core values are choice and control, for without them it is not possible to have hopes and dreams for a better future.

HMEA provides supports to children and adults with significant disabilities and to their families in over 110 communities in southeast, central and eastern Massachusetts. Although the service area is broad, the mission has stayed narrowly focused on those people who face multiple challenges
Our mission is based on the conviction that people with disabilities have the same needs as anyone else – satisfying work, strong relationships and the sense of fulfillment that comes from being a valued member of society. All supports are designed to promote independence, respect, productive employment and civic involvement. Our core values are choice and control, for without them it is not possible to have hopes and dreams for a better future.

People learn, grow and change through all stages of their lives. Supports reflect and adapt to these changing situations. Listening to people with disabilities and acting on that information is central to our philosophy. HMEA regularly solicits feedback from people receiving supports, people providing supports and community members to measure our success in this area.
HMEA Program Summary
Family Supports
• Children with autism
• Children with high-intensity medical needs
• Children with intensive case management needs
• Children with elderly caregivers
• The Autism Resource Center of Central MA
Children’s Services
• Early Intervention for children with autism
• In-school or in-home supports for children with autism or PDD
• Transitional services, School-to-Work Programs
• Parent training
Residential Services
• Shared Living
• Supported Living
• Roommate Matching
• 24-hour support
Day Services
• Day Habilitation Programs
• Community-based Day Supports
• Supported Employment
Information and Referral
• MNIP
• Autism Resource Center

HMEA seeks to work in partnership with people with developmental disabilities, autism, and behavioral challenges and their families by providing customized supports and services to help them realize their potential and enjoy a fulfilling, productive life. HMEA strives to employ competent, caring staff who are committed to the organization and the people it serves. In turn, HMEA supports staff in their professional development. HMEA is committed to promoting diversity in its work force and its management, and actively seeks to provide representation from varied ethnic and racial backgrounds.

Received highest rankings from auditors showing tremendous success and growth. Opened a new employment and Day habilitation site. Opened a new Autism Central, Family supports and ABA clinic in Worcester to meet the growing needs of families with children with disabilities and / or on the spectrum.
Next is collaboration and alignment with other NPO's for future stability and sustainability .