About IRI
Innovative Resources for Independence (IRI) is a New York-based non-profit organization dedicated to empowering individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Through a comprehensive range of quality services and meaningful opportunities, IRI strives to support each person’s journey toward independence, personal growth, and community involvement. Our mission is rooted in providing compassionate, person-centered care that enables individuals to lead fulfilling lives and achieve their unique potential.
Driven by a commitment to personal choice and collaborative partnership, IRI provides individuals and families with a wide array of customized support programs. Our mission is to empower everyone to live, work, participate fully in their community, and sustain a healthy lifestyle, offering individualized assistance tailored to their unique goals and needs.
Our dedicated staff conduct thorough assessments to understand each individual's distinct needs, working closely to design personalized support plans that enrich lives. Available 24/7, IRI’s services include residential care, service coordination, community habilitation, family support services, and day services, all thoughtfully tailored to address diverse needs and support independence and quality of life.
Since its founding in 1984 by a group of parents concerned for their children’s futures, IRI has remained deeply committed to its mission. For decades, we have prioritized safe, nurturing living environments and support services that foster personal growth and self-reliance, honoring the vision and values that have guided us from the beginning.
