Pproperty Development Updates
Property Development Updates

Keep abreast of our progress in
securing property for residential living.

Community of Friends
Community of Friends

Living with your peers is something we all choose to do. Our community will provide friendship as well as a sense of belonging in WNY.

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Community Minded

Whether going to work, volunteering or another day program, our residents will have a chance to better integrate into their larger WNY community through a variety of programs, social events and their own daily living activities.

Welcome Home
Welcome Home

Apartments provide an opportunity for individuals to have their own place, while part of a larger community of friends and like-minded neighbors.

Supported Independence
Supported Independence

By design, built in safeguards will provide that extra measure of security to allow individuals the independence they desire.

Who We Are
Who We Are

Learn a little about who we are as an organization (and who we are not) to see if we might be a fit for you or your loved one.

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On my own but not alone

Our tagline is not just marketing. It’s why Home of My Own was created. Providing independent individuals with developmental disabilities a place to live is only one part of the goal. Making sure they are part of a community helps them thrive.

On my own but not alone

Our tagline is not just marketing

It’s why Home of My Own was created. Providing independent individuals with developmental disabilities a place to live is only one part of the goal. Making sure they are part of a community helps them thrive.

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Chiavetta’s Chicken Barbecue

FRIDAY, APRIL 26, 2024 St. Paul’s Lutheran Church Parking Lot 68 Eagle Street, Williamsville, NY 14221 Directions Dinner service will start at 4 pm and run until 6:30 pm (unless we sell out earlier). All dinners are takeout only. $15…

Open the Door for Home of My Own of WNY – Transit Valley Country Club Charity Women’s Committee Charity Event

Transit Valley Country Club (TVCC) Women’s Group held a season-long charity event to benefit Home of My Own of WNY – and we couldn’t be more thankful and proud to be this year’s nonprofit recipient. The decades-old TVCC annual fundraiser…

Passing of Board Member – Mourning Cindy Fohrd

It is with deep sadness that we share that our Board of Director of Home of My Own of WNY, Cindy Fohrd, died suddenly during the night of July 20, 2023.  We were so fortunate to have Cindy join our Board of Directors in January of this year. She quickly proved to be a valuable…
Bracelet

Exclusive: Home of My Own of WNY Embrace the Difference Bracelet

We are excited to announce our partnership with Embrace the Difference and the exclusive Home of My Own of WNY bracelet. Look great while benefitting a good cause or purchase a beautiful bracelet for someone in your life!

Who We Are

A 501(c)(3) status nonprofit charitable corporation in WNY whose focus is to provide inclusive, residential options to adults with developmental disabilities who desire independent living and community engagement with minimal support.

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Our Beliefs

Our mission, vision & values are focused on housing, independence and inclusion.

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Confidence

Building confidence goes hand-in-hand with independence. Whether working, volunteering or just hanging with friends, inclusion builds confidence.

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What do potential residents say?

Jordan Ward

Being able to live on my own is what I really wanted to do. Having my own apartment, like my brother and sisters did is what I want for me.”

Cynthia Munoz

I work at my job three times a week but I want more to do when I’m not working. Hanging out with friends is my favorite thing to do.

Albert Edwards

Moving out alone can be kind of scary, but if I had a roommate or other people like me around I would feel so much better.