Business Details
Empowering Lives Through Inclusive Support
At STEP, we are dedicated to building an equitable, just, and compassionate community where every individual is empowered to create the life they choose. Founded over four decades ago, our organization emerged from a vision to provide inclusive support for children and adults with disabilities, evolving to serve diverse needs across family services, adult support, and recovery residences. Our mission focuses on eliminating barriers that hinder personal fulfillment, offering tailored coaching to help individuals develop knowledge, skills, and community connections. With NARR-certified Renewal Recovery Residences and programs emphasizing social integration, we prioritize emotional, physical, and spiritual safety for all.Our team of experienced professionals collaborates closely with clients to foster independence, advocate for rights, and ensure access to vital resources. Through personalized strategies and a commitment to innovation, we help families navigate developmental challenges, support adults in achieving life goals, and guide individuals in recovery toward sustainable sobriety. As a community-driven nonprofit, we continuously seek to expand our impact through partnerships, education, and advocacy, ensuring everyone has opportunities to thrive.
Services
Family Support
Adult Services
Recovery Residences
Community Resources
Career Development
Highlights and features
- We offer 40+ years of experience in community empowerment and support services.
- Our Renewal Recovery Residences are fully NARR-certified for quality care.
- Personalized coaching helps families and individuals achieve tailored life goals.
- We prioritize holistic safety and inclusion across emotional, physical, and spiritual dimensions.
- Our team includes experts in developmental support, recovery, and fiscal accountability.
Associations and certifications
- NARR
Services
Family Support
STEP's Family Support program empowers caregivers with coaching strategies to address children's developmental needs. We help families understand growth patterns, create goal-oriented plans, and integrate effective teaching methods into daily routines. Our focus includes enhancing social skills, adaptive behaviors, and community participation while reducing stress through resource guidance and advocacy education.
Adult Services
Our Adult Services promote independence through personalized skill development and community integration. Programs focus on expanding life skills, employment readiness, and social connections while addressing individual challenges. Clients receive tailored support to overcome barriers, access resources, and achieve self-determined goals for personal growth and fulfillment.
Recovery Residences
STEP's Renewal Recovery Residences provide structured sober living environments with evidence-based support. These NARR-certified homes offer guidance for addiction recovery through habit-building frameworks, relapse prevention strategies, and community-based accountability systems to support long-term sobriety and reintegration into daily life.
Community Resources
We connect individuals with localized resources to enhance independence and community participation. Services include advocacy guidance, educational materials, and referrals to support networks that address housing, employment, healthcare, and social integration needs across all age groups.
Career Development
STEP's Career Development initiatives focus on workforce readiness through skills training, resume building, and job placement assistance. We help individuals identify career paths aligned with personal strengths while providing ongoing support to maintain employment and achieve professional growth.
People
Tara Williamson
Executive Director
Tara Williamson leads STEP with expertise in progressive service development, focusing on community-based solutions for unmet needs. Her leadership emphasizes organizational growth, collaboration, and systemic change initiatives that expand client opportunities.
Maureen Corkum
Senior Fiscal Manager
Maureen Corkum oversees financial operations with a commitment to maintaining client-centered service priorities. Her approach combines fiscal responsibility with strategic resource allocation to ensure sustainable program delivery and operational efficiency.
Rhea Herman
Program Manager
Rhea Herman manages family and disability services, specializing in character strength applications for goal achievement. She develops programs that enhance client capabilities through personalized support frameworks and community integration strategies.
Amanda McLauchlin
Recovery Residence Manager
Amanda McLauchlin directs recovery residence operations, focusing on addiction recovery support systems. Her work emphasizes structured sober living environments, relapse prevention education, and holistic reintegration programs for sustained recovery success.
Questions
What services does STEP offer for families with children?
STEP provides family coaching to address developmental needs, offering strategies for goal setting, skill development, and community integration tailored to each child's unique requirements.
Do you provide support for adults with disabilities?
Yes, our adult services focus on independence through personalized skill development, employment readiness, and social connection programs designed to overcome individual challenges.
Are your recovery residences certified?
All Renewal Recovery Residences hold full NARR certification, meeting national standards for structured sober living environments with evidence-based support systems.
How can I get involved with STEP?
Community members can participate through volunteering, career opportunities, or partnership programs focused on expanding our capacity to serve individuals and families.
Does STEP accept donations?
Yes, we welcome contributions to support our mission. Donations help fund programs, facility improvements, and expanded services for individuals and families in need.