UMAR-Supporting Adults with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities : United Methodist Agency for the Retarded

UMAR 9800 Kincey Ave. Suite 190 Huntersville, NC 28078 P.O. Box 1558 Huntersville, NC 28070-1558 Ph: 704-875-1328 Ph: 888-862-8627 Fx: 704-875-9276			UMAR is seeking accreditation through CARF. CARF is an independent, nonprofit organization, whose focus is to ensure the services UMAR provides meet standards for quality and the best possible outcomes. CARF reviews and grants accreditation
	September 28, 2009 - Join us at the 17th Annual Hall Group/UMAR Golf Tournament! This year's tournament will be held on Monday, September 28th at The Palisades Country Club in Charlotte. All players will tee off at 11:00 am for a Modified Texas Scramble format. To register a team, provide a sponsorship or donate a raffle or door prize please check out the attachments below or contact Nicole Warshauer at 704-659-7632 or NicoleW@UMARinfo.com. Thank you for your support and we look forward to seeing you on the green! Golf Registration Form Hall Group/UMAR Golf Tourney Brochure	Founded in 1983, UMAR’s mission is to promote community inclusion, independence and growth for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities through residential, employment and cultural enrichment opportunities. UMAR is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization and an agency and ministry of the Western North Carolina Conference of the United Methodist Church. Our 23 group homes and 6 apartments allow individuals to experience independent living in a home-like atmosphere. GoodSearch keywords to search for Web This Site
	Who Do We Serve?		services nationally and internationally on request of a facility or program. CARF's standards are rigorous, so those services that meet them are among the best available.
	UMAR currently serves over 200 individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities throughout Western North Carolina. >> more
	What is a Developmental Disability?	Group Homes
	Developmental Disability (DD) is a severe, chronic disability that is manifested before the age of 22 which significantly limits intellectual functioning and adaptive behavior. >> more	UMAR currently operates 23 group homes and 6 apartments all across Western North Carolina. >> more
	Why UMAR?	Program Services
	When it comes to finding an extended family and home for your loved one with a developmental or associated disability, you want to feel at ease that you have made the right decision. >> more	UMAR's program services include group supported employment, an ARTS program, recreation activities, personal growth goals, advocacy, Developmental Therapies Services and CAP services (Community Alternatives Program) in a parent/guardian’s home or the client’s own home. >> more	CARF Accreditation 30 Day Notice CARF Flyer