Founded in 1982, Work Opportunities Unlimited is a community-based employment service provider specializing in placing job seekers who experience barriers to employment. Headquartered in Dover, New Hampshire.
Mission
Marrakech provides person-centered support and advocacy that enhances the quality of life and self-sufficiency of individuals with and without disabilities, ensuring dignity, connection, and meaningful engagement in all aspects of life.
Our Mission In Action
Marrakech was founded over 50 years ago to support people with disabilities and has since evolved to serve more than 1,000 individuals with diverse needs across Connecticut each year. Our compassionate and inclusive team works with people with disabilities, youth transitioning to adulthood, and individuals facing addiction, homelessness, or mental illness, as well as others striving to build skills, find employment, or make ends meet. Through community living support, skill-building, family support, and personal empowerment, we help people move forward in their lives.
Vision
We envision a world where every individual is valued for their inherent worth—regardless of ability or circumstance—and has equitable access and support to lead a life of their own design.
Mission
Morrison Center’s mission is to provide comprehensive programming, individualized supports, and employment services for people of all ages with disabilities within a dynamic learning environment to empower its consumers and students to achieve maximum personal growth and independence.
History
Morrison Center has been serving the greater Portland area for more than 70 years. In fact, what is known as Morrison Center today began in 1951 when a group of interested individuals from the Westbrook Kiwanis formed an affiliation with Down East Cerebral Palsy Association.
Throughout the 1950’s, the program expanded from a Saturday afternoon playgroup to offering services several days a week. Over 70 years later, we’ve grown to an organization that offering a wide variety of programs and services five days a week. We also changed our name to honor Betty Morrison who essentially founded the Center and served as the Executive Director from 1962-1999! Morrison Center now serves adults and children of all ages and abilities through several different programs offered at locations in both Scarborough and Wells.
Our Strengths
A private, non-profit organization, Morrison Center has empowered Maine residents of all ages and abilities for more than 70 years with world-class educational, training, and support services. We offer:
Unwavering commitment to each individual’s needs
Extensive therapeutic, habilitative, and recreational offerings
Highly skilled team of educators, therapists, and direct care professionals
Dedicated, full-time registered nurse on premises
Specialization in medically complex individuals